About North American Whiskies from Canada

About North American Whiskies from Canada
Without question, the most famous spirit from Canada is whiskey. Canadian whiskies, often made from rye, are elegant and lightly spicy, and although they may not rank as highly as single malt scotch, there are some examples that are of exceptional quality. Vodkas are becoming more of a factor in Canada, which should come as no surprise, given the quality of the river and lake water used in production. Yet there are many other notable spirits produced in Canada, ranging from bitters to orange liqueur to aged brandies. The spirits industry in Canada is relatively small, but the products are well worth the search.

Top Picks for Canada

North American Whiskies

Pendleton 20 Year Old Directors Reserve Blended Canadian Whisky
94 points
$199.99
Silky notes of caramel, toffee, tart tatin and brown butter finish with a balancing hint of red apple skin tension to make a most sessionable Canadian Whiskey.
94 points $199.99
Proof And Wood Blame Canada! 22 Year Old Canadian Rye Whiskey Barrel No. 1
94 points
$200
Slap on your finest Canadian tuxedo, call the local Mounty, and tuck into this delightful Whisky; complex and spicy with some depth of flavors from age, you will want some water with this one, eh?
Pendleton Midnight Brandy Barrel-Finished Whisky
93 points
$45.99
A soft and silky Canadian whiskey with wide appeal for everyday sipping or highballs.
93 points $45.99
Pendleton Midnight Brandy Barrel-Finished Blended Canadian Whisky
93 points
$29
Warm and spicy with a lingering butterscotch, salted caramel, Ceylon tea finish.
Awards: 2025 Best Canadian Whisky
Pendleton 1910 12 Year Old Canadian Rye Whiskey
92 points
$50
This opulent Rye offers lush aged Bourbon decadence with generous herb and spice notes that keep you coming back for another sip.
Forty Creek Double Barrel Reserve Canadian Whisky
92 points
$40
A rich, grainy, and creamy Canadian Whisky with a lively, tingling finish.
Glen Breton Rare 21 Year Old Canadian Single Malt Whisky
92 points
$326
The barley is prominently featured here but the layers of barrel flavor are harmoniously integrated; seems youthful and vibrant except for the long and luxurious finish with some rancio and oak tannins which speak to some real age here.
Glen Breton Battle of the Glen 15 Year Old Canadian Single Malt Whisky
91 points
$163
Lovely flavors of both grain and barrel but there is something a bit youthful in here as well; regardless, this is delicious.
Pendleton 1910 12 Year Old Canadian Rye Whisky
90 points
$44
A silky smooth satiny Rye for highballs to ease folks into the world of Rye.
Pendleton Blended Canadian Whiskey
90 points
$24
A lovely Canadian Whisky with a persistent nuttiness and sweetness throughout.