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I’m a single malt Scotch enthusiast (Islays in particular), but for some reason, I seem to have cheap taste in bourbon and Canadian for my casual sippers, to be poured over ice. I tend to have bad luck when I buy something based on word-of-mouth recommendations or shelf appeal.

What are some of your favorite cheap Canadian whiskies and why do you like them? I’m on a budget at the moment and I need some recommendations.

Some that I’ve tried:

Black Velvet 8yr – Decent, gentle, buttery and nutty. I like it.

Windsor – Pretty decent, actually. Nice and carmely.

Canadian Premium – Not bad, but less interesting than the previous two.

Canadian Hunter – Liked it at first, grew to hate it.

Hunter Rye – Not much better than the standard.

Ellington Reserve – YUCK.

Canadian Leaf – Tastes like someone took some cheap vodka and soaked a charred oak dowel rod in it.

Canadian Mist – It’s okay, not great.

Some that I’m looking at trying:

Lord Calvert

Canadian Gold

Thoughts or opinions? Also, what are your favorite things to mix with Canadian whisky?

Thanks

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