3 out of 5 stars (8) Victory is Forty Creek’s 13th annual limited edition whisky released in 2019 – a tribute to the War of 1812 battle called the “Engagement at the Forty” fought close to the distillery. Forty Creek Whisky has an annual tradition of producing a special limited release whisky which is built upon the foundation of the company’s flagship whisky, Forty Creek Barrel Select. ex. Forty Creek emerged with its first whisky in 2000 that changed the game through a renewed attention to craftmanship and innovation which pushed the boundaries of what was possible, with unwavering … For Forty Creek Resolve, the final panel in whisky artist, Bill Ashburn’s whisky triptych, Ashburn used high-spice oak staves to impart animating tingles to the firm, yet luscious palate. Rich oak, honey, brown sugar and molasses. 91/100 is a pretty bad score from Davin. @talexander, @Nozinan, I recall an extremely entertaining Whisky Weekend at Kittling Ridge/Forty Creek in 2013. This means that the producer of original work is automatically granted copyright protection. Then came Victory… Although the spirit is medium bodied the finish seems oddly shortened, I expect due to the prevalence of youthful whisky in the blend. Tell us what you think! Forty Creek Heritage Ltd Ed 2017 40% abv Bottle # 14777. This year's Limited Release is named for the victory of Canadian forces against the Americans at a battle near the distillery, during the war of 1812. Canadian Whisky liquor reviews and ratings at Proof66. The spirit seems youthful and perhaps just … For the first of these, called Unity, Ashburn added mocha staves for the finishing stages. The quality of products coming from Forty Creek have received much acclaim, and every year Forty Creek has a whisky weekend which features the release of their anticipated limited releases and time that customers can get their bottles signed by John Hall. Forty Creek Barrel Select Canadian Whisky has a great promising nose of dried apricots, vanilla, spice, maple syrup,white chocolate, and toasted oak. (Photo submitted) People with a hankering for an alcoholic after-dinner treat or something to spike their coffee with can now savour hints of chocolate, coconut, vanilla and graham wafer from a Canadian whisky distiller. The 2019 Limited Release, Forty Creek Victory, commemorates the 205th Anniversary… Rating Details: 0 - Pour down the drain quickly. It's carefully crafted with fresh dairy cream and their award-winning whisky. Nice oak influence but the winey notes are a bit too enveloping, though water evens it out a bit. As the glass breathes, that initial astringency seems to have vanished replaced by notes of orange peel and more grain spice. Paprika and a hint of wood smoke show up with water. This year’s Limited Release from Forty Creek has me on the fence somewhat. (To jog your memory, Forty Creek Unity and Forty Creek Victory … Not for the faint of wallet, selling at Liquor Control Board of Ontario outlets for $224.95 (LCBO) The top Canadian whisky for 2019, Forty Creek 22 year old. 1 - Not for general consumption. There’s also a lot of honey in this, both in the mouthfeel and the flavor. Hints of red licorice augment the spice, with notes of vanilla, and grain (rye predominantly) beginning to peak though. Forty Creek Distillery, Grimsby: Hours, Address, Forty Creek Distillery Reviews: 4.5/5 Hall had a background as a wine-maker, … Cream Liqueur is the name given to dairy cream-based members of the liqueur family. The Forty Creek CigarA perfect cigar for a New World Whisky, Forty Creek® Cigars are handcrafted in the Dominican Republic and then aromatically seasoned with Forty Creek® Barrel Select Canadian … Review: Forty Creek Victory Limited Edition Canadian Whisky /October 25, 2019 It’s the fall, so it’s a season of very nice limited releases from Canadian distillers. Expect chocolate, vanilla, graham cracker and coconut notes. Christmas Eve Forty Creek Forty Creek Victory This year's Limited Release is named for the victory of Canadian forces against the Americans at a battle near the distillery, during the war of 1812. My final score is 84/100 which means we have a spirit which can be sipped over ice, but is also one which should be priced somewhat lower to give the consumer a fair bargain. I guess I just feel like this particular Forty Creek expression has relied to heavily on young whisky which (in spite of the addition of 10 year old corn and fortified wine) could not be smoothed over. Five Forty Creek fans were chosen to come in and help create the 2018 release. I dont know if its truly a limited release or not, but the lack of information on the Forty Creek Distillery site is suspicious. My first experience with Forty Creek was in November of last year at Whiskey Fest.. The Nanaimo bar is now on liquor store shelves in the form of a new cream liqueur from Canadian whisky producer Forty Creek. Forty Creek Victory continues our tradition of experimentation in aging with unique types of wood. Always happy to see more Canadian whisky content here (even if it is the entry-level brands). Last year I scored 2018's Limited Release Unity an 84; this one doesn't get that high. This year's Limited Release is named for the victory of Canadian forces against the Americans at a battle near the distillery, during the war of 1812. This copyright protection not only exists in North America, but extends to other countries as well. As always you may interpret the scores I provide as follows. Review: Forty Creek Victory (2019 Limited Release) The breezes in the air bring fine oak spices forward along with just a hint of alcohol astringency. In this episode we take the NEW Forty Creek Nanaimo Bar Cream on a road trip to Nanaimo BC and do a taste comparison against a real Nanaimo Bar! Grain and wood spice follow giving the spirit a bit of pep. On the palate you can really taste the corn (buttered, roasted, BBQd, caramelled), with a thick syrupy mouthfeel (again with the maple). Here is a pic of a bottle of Heart of Gold endorsed in September of 2013 by none other than Mr Forty Creek himself, pronouncing what was actually the Skirmish at Forty ....I may have put a spin on that. Our Master Blender has selected only his best Canadian Whisky to further age with the addition of vanilla wood staves. Review: Forty Creek Victory (2019 Limited Release) (84/100) a review by Chip Dykstra (Aka the Rum Howler) Published November 30, 2019 Forty Creek Whisky has an annual tradition of … Copyright is inherent when an original work is created. Forty Creek Barrel Select Review. These original works may not be copied or reused in any way whatsoever without the permission of the author, Chip Dykstra. Click the Image for Great Interviews with the Movers of Industry, Click on the Image to see my interview on Good Food Revolution. Rating: 8. Price Point: $20 – $30 for 750 ML. Hotels near Forty Mile Creek Trails; Hotels near Centennial Park; Hotels near Southward Community Park; Hotels near Lakemount Worship Centre; Hotels near Niagara Gateway Information Centre; Hotels near Two Century Farm; Hotels near Grimsby Airport Taxi Service; Near Airports. sales tax. If you find it, get it. 70-74 Now we have a fair mixing rum or whisky. 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