Crown Royal Aged 18 Years Extra Rare is a pinnacle expression from Canada's most iconic whisky brand, and the crown jewel of its rarest stocks. Crown Royal was created in 1939 by Sam Bronfman of the House of Seagram as a gift worthy of royalty, crafted to honor the visit of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, the first reigning British monarchs to tour Canada, and presented to them in a cut glass decanter and regal purple bag with gold stitching. This ultra premium bottling continues that legacy of prestige. It is a rare blend of three of Crown Royal's most exceptional whiskies, hand crafted by the master blender and patiently aged to perfection for no less than 18 years, an unusually long maturation that produces remarkable depth and refinement. Bottled at 80 proof in a striking crown shaped glass decanter and presented in a regal purple and gold gift box, it is as much a display piece as a pour. It shows an elegant amber color and layers of intensity that are both surprising and delightful. The nose offers enticing notes of vanilla and stone fruit with soft oak, while the velvety, full bodied palate weaves light oak, caramel spice, tree fruit and refined sweetness, and delicate notes of nougat linger in the long, satisfying finish. A multiple award winner, including Gold at the New York International Spirits Competition and Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, it is a sophisticated sipping whisky and a distinguished gift for the discerning enthusiast or collector. It is best savored neat in a whisky tumbler, with iced water on the side or a little ice.
ABV / Proof
| Brand |
Crown Royal |
| Producer |
The Crown Royal Company (Diageo); Gimli, Manitoba, Canada |
| Category |
Blended Canadian Whisky (aged, premium) |
| Expression |
Aged 18 Years Extra Rare |
| Composition |
Rare blend of three exceptional Crown Royal whiskies |
| Age |
18 Years (minimum) |
| ABV |
40% |
| Proof |
80 |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Country |
Canada |
| Packaging |
Crown-shaped glass decanter; purple & gold gift box |
Tasting Notes
Color: Elegant amber.
Nose: Enticing vanilla and stone fruit with soft oak.
Palate: Velvety and full bodied, light oak, caramel spice, tree fruit and refined sweetness.
Finish: Long and satisfying with delicate nougat.
FAQ
What is Crown Royal 18 Year Extra Rare? It is a premium, age stated Crown Royal, a rare blend of three of the brand's most exceptional whiskies aged at least 18 years, presented in a crown shaped decanter.
What proof is it? It is bottled at 40 percent alcohol by volume, which is 80 proof.
Is it flavored or finished? No. It is a straight aged blend of Canadian whiskies with no added flavors or special cask finish.
Why is it collectible? It carries an 18 year age statement, comes in a decanter and gift box, and is one of Crown Royal's rarest and most prestigious regular expressions.
How should I drink it? Neat in a whisky tumbler, with iced water on the side or a little ice.
Where can I buy Crown Royal Aged 18 Years Extra Rare online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
