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Rich & Rare

Unread postby Squire » Sun Jul 19, 2015 1:21 pm

In our small University town we often entertain grad students who really don't (or think they don't) like the taste of whisky. Well, can't question the taste of others, but since I'm old enough to have changed their parent's diapers the kids do give some deference to the Elder. As an intro to the world of real stuff I've been using Rich & Rare Canadian whisky which seems to be generally accepted and appreciated.

A well integrated brown spirit in the Canadian style, anyone have some thoughts on this brand?
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Re: Rich & Rare

Unread postby Bourbon Joe » Mon Jul 20, 2015 5:28 pm

Never had it. I generally buy Windsor Canadian for Manhattans, etc.
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Re: Rich & Rare

Unread postby Squire » Mon Jul 20, 2015 8:42 pm

R&R is a Sazerac brand now and they seem to be positioning it for success. I hadn't thought about the label until I read Davin's review and the comments on his website. This one lives up to the positive remarks.
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Re: Rich & Rare

Unread postby Mike » Sun Aug 09, 2015 3:33 pm

I keep a few Canadian whiskies on hand for when I want a somewhat lighter taste. However, I have three Canadian Straight Rye Whiskies (bottled under the names of Masterson's, Jefferson's, and Whistle Pig). As I understand it, they are all from what many consider to be Canada's best distiller (Alberta Springs). These three ryes, which I think are excellent, are offered at different proofs, Masterson's at 90, Jefferson's at 94, and Whistle Pig at 100.
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Re: Rich & Rare

Unread postby Bourbon Joe » Sun Aug 09, 2015 8:43 pm

I like Masterson's. Never had the other two.
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Re: Rich & Rare

Unread postby Squire » Tue Aug 11, 2015 9:28 am

Lighter style, a different animal, if Bourbon is steak Canadian is veal. No rule says we have to have the same meal everyday.
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