Crown Royal Monarch 75th Anniversary Blend is a limited commemorative release from Crown Royal, first launched in 2014 to celebrate 75 years since the brand was created in 1939 at the Waterloo Distillery in Manitoba as a gift for the royal visit of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth to Canada. Master Blender Andrew MacKay selected 75 of the most refined whiskies from the Crown Royal reserve and blended them together for this anniversary expression, producing a Canadian whisky that is richer, rounder, and more layered than the standard Crown Royal Deluxe. Presented in the hand cut style faceted decanter that echoes the classic Crown Royal crown shape, finished with the signature purple velvet bag and a commemorative gold anniversary gift box, Monarch has since transitioned out of primary production and has become a sought after bottle for Crown Royal collectors and Canadian whisky enthusiasts. Bottled at 40% ABV, 750ml.

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Tasting Notes

Color: Deep burnished gold with amber highlights in the glass.

Nose: Rich vanilla, honeyed orchard fruit, and toasted oak with soft baking spice, a touch of butterscotch, and a faint floral sweetness that sets it apart from the Deluxe.

Palate: Silky and rounded with layered vanilla, caramel, baked apple, and honey. A gentle cereal sweetness carries through with soft clove and cinnamon and a polished oak structure.

Finish: Long, smooth, and gently warming with lingering vanilla, toasted oak, and a final note of dried stone fruit. Elegant rather than bold.

FAQ

Is Crown Royal Monarch still in production?
Crown Royal Monarch was released in 2014 as a limited 75th Anniversary expression. It has since transitioned out of primary production and current bottles on retail shelves represent remaining distribution and secondary market stock. Availability is increasingly limited.

How does Monarch compare to Crown Royal Reserve or XR?
Monarch sits as a step above the flagship Deluxe in richness and layering but is typically considered lighter and more elegant than XR and a touch softer than Reserve. The Monarch blend emphasizes vanilla, honey, and polished oak rather than the heavier spice of Reserve.

Why is it called "75" — is it 75 years old?
No. The 75 refers to the 75th anniversary of Crown Royal, which was first created in 1939. The blend contains 75 hand selected whiskies from the Crown Royal reserve rather than a 75 year age statement.

Is the gift box included?
Yes. Crown Royal Monarch ships in the original commemorative gold anniversary gift box with the purple velvet bag, as released by the distillery. This is the presentation collectors are looking for.

Where can I buy Crown Royal Monarch online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.