A bolder, darker Crown Royal with extra body and a smooth, toasty finish.
What it is
Crown Royal Black is a blended Canadian whisky bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV) in a 750 ml bottle. It gets its deeper character from whiskies matured in charred oak barrels.
Where and how it's made
- Made at Crown Royal's distillery in Gimli, Manitoba, on the shores of Lake Winnipeg, Canada
- Blended from a selection of up to 50 distinct Canadian whiskies distilled from corn, rye and barley
- Crown Royal was first created in 1939 to honor the royal visit of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth to Canada
- Bottled in a dark, smoked-glass version of the classic crown-cut bottle
Tasting notes
- Nose: caramel, vanilla and toasted oak
- Palate: full and smooth, with dried fruit, brown sugar and warm spice
- Finish: long, warm and lightly smoky
Serving and pairing
Sip neat or on the rocks, or mix into a bold Old Fashioned or Manhattan. Pairs with barbecue, smoked brisket, steak and pecan pie. Store the bottle upright in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and heat.