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Canadian Club Whisky

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Published 08/8/13

About Canadian Club Whisky

Founder: Hiram Walker
Year Founded: 1858
Distillery Location: Ontario, Canada
Master Distiller / Blender: N/A

Canadian Club Whisky Essential Facts

  • The Ontario-based brand continued to produce whisky during America’s Prohibition, and many of the bottles were smuggled into the United States.
  • Canadian Club, according to the brand, was a favorite of mobster Al Capone.
  • Some say the original recipe for the Manhattan cocktail called for Canadian Club.

How You Should Drink Canadian Club Whisky

  • Straight
  • On the rocks
  • With a bit of water
  • With club soda