Canadian Whisky

Canadian whisky has been around for a very long time and is the number one spirit imported into the United States. It currently accounts for 11.5% of spirit consumption in the US and only trails behind vodka for market share. The key reason for this is the smooth nature of Canadian whisky. For most people, drinking is a casual affair, and Canadian whisky is a casual whisky. However, there is more to this spirit than meets the eye.

Here are the basics: Canadian whisky must be aged for at least three years, most are aged 6 to 8 years (Canadian Club, Seagram’s VO) and double distilled. The final product is almost always a blended whisky which produces a more consistent product. The Canadian government does not place any restrictions on the mash bill, blending or distillation. They leave it to the expertise of the master blender, which is a good thing. Like Scotch, most Canadian whisky’s are aged in used bourbon or sherry casks.

One common rumour is that Canadian whisky is blended with “unaged neutral grain spirits”. This is false. The reality is that some of the mash is distilled to a very high proof, effectively becoming a neutral grain spirit. However, it still must be aged for at least three years. This is not necessarily a bad thing since a blender requires many whisky types to choose from when making their final product.

American whiskey like Seagrams7 Crown are blended whiskey’s that can use unaged neutral grain spirit for up to 80% of the product! The reason for this was that after the repeal of prohibition, there was a large vacuum for spirits that needed to be filled. Ramping up production would take some time and using neutral grain spirits and a small amount of whiskey was the fastest way to market for many US whiskey producers. Seagrams “7” Crown is a 2-year-old American blended whiskey, and should not be confused with Crown Royal, which is a 10-year-old Canadian whisky.

Canadian Hunter whiskyMost exported to the US is “light” Canadian Whisky. The product is manufactured in Canada for the American palette. The number one selling whisky is Canadian Mist, which is an extremely light Canadian whisky made from corn (maize). It also has a small amount of natural flavouring added. Other exported whiskies include Black Velvet, Windsor Canadian, Canadian Hunter, Lord Calvert and Rich & Rare. Many of these whiskies are not marketed in Canada surprisingly.

On a side note, the Canadian Hunter whisky label is probably the reason it is not sold in Canada. I have no idea what huskies and an Inuit hunter have anything to do with whisky.

There is a large category of aged Canadian whiskies that are sold in Canada that are aged and have outstanding quality. Some of these include:

List of Canadian Whiskies

Gibsons Finest (18 Year Old)
Gibsons Finest (12 Year Old)
Wiser’s Very Old (18 Year Old)
Corby’s Lot 40 Pot Still
Corby’s Pike Creek Double Barreled
Corby’s Royal Reserve
Canadian Club founders Blend
Canadian Club (20 Year Old)
Canadian Club (15 Year Old)
Crown Royal
Danfields Private Reserve
Forty Creek Barrel Select
Alberta Premium 100% Rye
Alberta Springs
Seagram’s VO

Like all spirit categories, you will find different grades of quality. Canadian whiskies often get a bad rap as not being complex, but I think that reflects that Canadian nature. Our whiskies are mellow, relaxed and created to be enjoyed with friends and family in a casual environment. However, there are a few expressions of Canadian whisky that would make any connoisseur happy.

In the future, there will be more discussion of whisky spirits in general, and if you have any questions, please feel free to ask.

139 Comments on Canadian Whisky – Part I

By Richard Baxter on December 30, 2005 11:20 PM

Danfield is, by far, thr smoothest and best taste.

By mrs cynthia robson on May 1, 2006 6:31 AM

I have a 1974 boxed Alberta Springs Canadian Old Time Sipping Whisky sealed could you tell me what sort of price that I may getif I was to sell this item.

By Angela on August 27, 2006 6:05 PM

My husband and I found in the rafters of our new home – one bottle of 1969 Triple Crown Canadian Wisky and a 1970 Burke’s Canadian Wisky – do have any information on either?

By Artur Trajko on September 13, 2006 3:58 AM

hi there.I’m a cello player from Holland.My brother told me that he owns some bottles of whisky. He has one bottle of 1963 SCAGRAM’S CANADIAN CROWN ROYAL, 2 litres, from Jozef&Scagrams&Sons,limited. Waterloo,Ontario-Canada. Also a Canadian Club,Hiram Walker&Sons,limited 1970.Could you tell me is any market for these items,and may be the prices?

Greetings,

A.trajko

By john Michael on October 3, 2006 9:40 AM

hi i have a 1979 canadian club classic 12years old 1 litres, from HIRAM WALKER & SONS LTD, could you tell me how much it is worth thankyou

By phil on November 22, 2006 12:43 PM

I have a 1970 Imported Canadian CLub Whiskey 1 Liter, the 6 Year Aged Bottle. Just wondering how much it is worth and how good the whiskey would taste today? Thanks for any information you can give.

By Michelle on November 26, 2006 12:26 AM

I have a bottle of Black velvet whiskey, circa 1977, unopened and still has original packaging with it. Any idea how much it would be worth or where I could find out?

Answer: It wouldn’t be worth very much since whisky does not age in the bottle. Plus Canadian whiskies don’t garner much attention from collectors.

By vito puopolo on December 2, 2006 8:57 PM

I have a bottle of Wiser’s oldest canadian whisky bottled in 1959 and is an 18 year old what is this worth?

By Sean on December 7, 2006 8:17 PM

Anyone know of a TV add for Black Velvet from the 1970s? Very cool commercial, full or dark ethereal music and darkened skies, and imposssible to find it seems. Apparently Barton, who owns the Black Velvet product (and is actually American I believe) does not keep historical records, but some has got to know it. Youtube doesn’t have it, and neither does Google. Maybe it just doesn’t exist anymore. I actually saw the commercial re-broadcast about 4 or 5 years ago I think. Kind of mysterious.

Sean

By Peter Mueller on December 8, 2006 7:19 PM

I have an unopened bottle of whisky

Registrant: Hiram Walker & Sons, Limited. P.O. Box 518
Walkerville ONTARIO. SPECIFIC MARK:
MARK DESCRIPTIVE REFERENCE:

a label bearing the words

WALKER’S EPICURE HIGHLAND WHISKY

with the firm name HIRAM WALKER & SONS, LIMITED, DISTILLERS-WALKERVILLE, CANADA, with the representation of a crown, beneath which appear ESTD 1858 at the top of the label.

INDEX HEADING: WALKER’S EPICURE HIGHLAND WHISKY

By regina collyer on December 9, 2006 7:43 AM

My father found a bottle of imported canadian club un-opened dating back to 1953. It came in the original packaging with a pump. I wonder if it is still any good. There is sediment floating around in the botttle.

By Brad Shirk on December 10, 2006 8:55 PM

I have a 1970 un-opened fifth (aged six years bottle) of Canadian Club. Is it worth anything or should we just drink it.

By james on December 27, 2006 3:56 PM

I have a bottle of 7 that is at least 45 years old. who wants it?

By Andy D on December 28, 2006 2:06 PM

Canadian Club, sealed 1963 (6 year old bottle), perfect condition but no box. Any idea on the value?

By lilian on December 29, 2006 8:37 AM

i have a bottle canadian wiskey seagram’s V.O. from 1969
can you tell me a price for if i want to sell it

thank you

By Craig on January 1, 2007 2:31 PM

I have a bottle of 1974 Canadian Club whisky sealed and am wondering how much it is worth

By Dave on January 3, 2007 9:55 AM

Does anyone know where Windsor Canadian whiskey is produced?

By Linda on January 5, 2007 2:47 PM

I have an unopened bottle of Lauder’s Scotch Blended Scotch Whiskey which I know was bottled over 50 years ago
by Hiram Walker & Sons, Inc. How can I determine when the liquor was bottled?
By the unbroken seal on the top of the bottle? Am also trying to determine the value of the bottle.

Thank you.

By William Sorrentino on January 17, 2007 10:58 PM

I have a bottle of Wisers Oldest which was bottled in 1953. It is sealed and all the tags are on it. Is it worth anything or should I just mix it with some diet coke?

By Morley on January 21, 2007 2:23 PM

Windsor Canadian Whiskey is/was made by Windsor Distillers Ltd. Calgary Canada. Don’t know if they are still around…

By LUC DENICOURT on January 26, 2007 1:05 PM

I Recieves a bottle of Seagrams Crown Royal Deluxe 1966 Canada Ontario. Waterloo not opened Label # A1911434
as a seal with a purple bag.
Is it still good to drink??
The value of this???
MERCI

By Darcy on January 26, 2007 1:16 PM

The value of old bottles of Crown Royal (1950’s to 1654) seems to be about $70 if you can find a buyer. Vintage Canadian whiskies are not in high demand because they are blended and supposedly don’t change from one year to another. Also, they are safe to drink.

By shawn on February 2, 2007 4:19 PM

I just found a sealed 1978 bottle of canadian club whiskey at my 92 year old grandpa’s house. it is the 6 year old aged bottle. it’s 1 liter. i was just wondering if it was worth anything today and if it would taste very good.

By Irving on February 4, 2007 11:59 PM

I have a bottle of SCHENLEY O.F.C Canadian Whisky from 1972 aged 8yrs certified. Just wondering if it cost anything?

By m. soprier on February 5, 2007 9:45 PM

I’m in posession of a 1959 Canadian club whisky. The bottle is sealed and i’m just wondering what it’s value is

By juan on February 14, 2007 10:10 PM

I have an sealed unopened 1/2 gal. bottle of Crown Royal dated 1964 on a tilt stand and am curious about it’s value.

By Michelle on February 21, 2007 5:20 PM

A friend wanted me to research a bottle of Candian Club Whiskey he has. It is unopened and corked in 1936 and taxed in 1942, not sure what that means but that is the info he gave. He is looking for the value of this.

THanks,
mj

By judy on February 22, 2007 7:14 PM

i have 710 ml of canadian whiskey, the black velvet canadian whisky company, Toronto, Ontario and i am wondering how much it’s worth..

By vicky on February 27, 2007 9:37 PM

I have a 25 oz bottle of Wiser’s Oldest blended Canadian Whisky 18yrs. Sealed 1949 #19280926. I woud like to know the value.Thanks

By Peter Rostotski on February 27, 2007 11:19 PM

I am an avid pin collector. I have 1142 lapel pins to date. I was wondering if you have any promotional pins for Canadian Club? I can be reached via email at [email protected], or by mail at the following address:
5211 Rundlehorn Drive N.E.
Calgary, Alberta
T1Y3A4

Thank you in advance for your cooperation and assistance in this matter. Have a great day!

Sincerely,

Peter Rostotski

By cuba on March 3, 2007 11:22 AM

I’m in posession of a 1944 Canadian club whisky. I’m just wondering what it’s value is?

By rose spicer on March 8, 2007 1:37 PM

Hi! I have a one gallon golden bottle of Canadian Club from 1959 sealed and full. It sits in a fitted wooden base and says it is the golden gallon of 1959 awarded to State Distributors of Sante Fe, New Mexico for highest sales. Any ideas of how many of these are out there and it”s value? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Roses…

By Dave on March 8, 2007 10:42 PM

I have an unopened bottle of whiskey that is in the shape of the CN Tower. My father bought it around the time the tower opened.. I have been curious about it for a while. Any information on this?

By colin hutchison on March 16, 2007 6:44 AM

Could you please let me know how much a bottle of sealed Hiram Walker Canadian Club Whiskey 70% proof would be worth today. It is about 65-70 years old as it was a gift to my grandfather by a canadian airforceman during the second world war. Thanks

By Roberta Dawson on April 3, 2007 12:54 PM

Have bottle of Seagram’s V.O.that I believe was made in 1973, imported in 1979 and still has the import label intact. Can you tell me what it is worth? Need to know before I decide to party!!!!

By BERNIE SHOKOFF on April 4, 2007 10:30 AM

MY SON HAS A 1970 BOTTLE OF CAANADIAN CLUB WHISKY FOR SALE (0NE U.S. GALLON OR 3.8 LITRE)UNOPENED AND EXCISE SEALED
AND WAS WONDERING WHAT ITS VALUE MIGHT BE ?? AND WHO MIGHT BE INTERESTED IN IT

By Roy Krapes on April 7, 2007 6:33 PM

I have a bottle of Canadian Club/Hiram Walker & Sons six years old, 1979 tax label.

How much is it worth on the market?

By steve suchomel on April 15, 2007 11:32 AM

I have a sealed bottle of 1914 Imperial whisky. Distilled and bottled by Hiram Walker & Sons limited. Located in Walkerville,Ontario,Canada.What is the value of this bottle?

By Greg on April 19, 2007 1:46 PM

I have an unopened bottle of 1953 Schenley Canadian Whiskey….does it have any value

By Freida on April 20, 2007 9:26 AM

I have a empty bottle of
Canadian Club,very large bottle.The tag says 1969.
it also reads .
By appointment
To the late Queen Victoria 1898-1901
By appointment
To the Late King Edward V11-1901-1910
By appointment
To the late King George V 1910-1936
By appointment
To the late King George V1-1936-1952
And in the middle it reads.
BY APPOINTMENT
To Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Supplies of “CANADIAN CLUB”WHISKEY
This whiskey was 6 years old.86.8 U.S.PROOF
It is a ONE U.S. GALLON
Is my bottle worth anything? It also has a Pump thing on the lid…

By Evan on April 26, 2007 11:52 PM

All these 60s and 70s Canadian Club bottles sell for about $30 a quart including shipping. I’d be willing to pay up to $25 on paypal for unopened bottles and I’d pay shipping. I thought they would be worth more myself until I looked into it. They taste damn good though. If I were you I’d just drink it. Aged whiskey is great. If you wanna sell ’em get back to me soon cuz I have been buying gallons of whiskey lately. Soon enough I’ll run out of room for whiskey and cigars. [email protected] … Have fun drinking..

By Evan on April 26, 2007 11:56 PM

And you… Roy Krapes.. Your bottle is worth 100+.. Don’t clean it up.. It’s more likely that a serious collector would want a 1914 bottle than a drinker… Atleast the collector would pay more.. E-mail me and I’ll get back to you with a more defined value [email protected]. BTW, I don’t wan’t it. After about 50-60 years things dont get much better. At that point there is a deacent amount of evaporation of alcohol especially if the bottle was stored on its side.. Adios.

By Evan on April 26, 2007 11:59 PM

Sorry.. One more thing people… If you drink this whiskey. DRINK IT STRAIGHT!!! Wasting good aged alcohol in mixed drinks is a crime that should be punished by de..dea.. wait no.. AA.. Thats Alcohol Abusers..

By patrick on May 1, 2007 10:27 PM

HI,
I HAVE A BOOTLE OF 1971 ORDER OF MERIT SEALED WITH BOX AND BAG. HOW MUCH WOULD THIS BE WORTH.
THANKS, PATRICK

By Kevin Woods on May 13, 2007 11:00 AM

I was wondering if you could tell me if a bottle of 1978 CN Tower sealed bottle of whiskey has any value. Thanks Kevin Woods

By G Porterfield on May 23, 2007 12:50 AM

I have a sealed/unopened one gallon bottle of Calvert Extra w/tap, box and insert that was given to me. It is dated Nov 8, 1967! I want to sell it but have no idea what it could be worth. I assume that it’s size and 40yr old age should make it worth something? can u help? thanks.

By Arturo Samora on May 24, 2007 11:41 PM

hello, I’m wondering how much an unopened bottle, original box, of canadian club classic, aged 12 years, with a label from 1972. thanks

By Barbara Kimbrough on June 4, 2007 7:26 PM

My father has an unopened bottle of Seagrams 7 crown from 1972. Is it worth anything? Thank you.

By jerry weihbrecht on June 12, 2007 1:22 PM

i have an unopened bottle of CALVERT TOWER 1962 with canadian tx sticker intact with its leather zipper case, is this worth anything

By Sam Saprunoff on June 13, 2007 6:28 AM

I have two bottles of Canadian Whiskey that are
unopened, sealed unbroken of the LCB, in their
original vinyl cases.
One is a Carelton Tower by Hiram Walker,1965.
The other is labelled 8 year old, Old Canada by
McGuiness Distilleries, 1968.
Is there any value to these two unopened bottles of
whiskey?
Is the whiskey in these bottles still okay to drink?
thank you,
Sam Saprunoff
Kelowna, B.C.

By Sam Saprunoff on June 13, 2007 6:29 AM

I have two bottles of Canadian Whiskey that are
unopened, sealed unbroken of the LCB, in their
original vinyl cases.
One is a Carelton Tower by Hiram Walker,1965.
The other is labelled 8 year old, Old Canada by
McGuiness Distilleries, 1968.
Is there any value to these two unopened bottles of
whiskey?
Is the whiskey in these bottles still okay to drink?
thank you,
Sam Saprunoff
Kelowna, B.C.

By J. Ray on June 16, 2007 5:36 PM

I just came into possession of an unopened bottle of 1966 Canadian Club. All seals intact. Can you tell me what it is worth?

By Brian Rogers on June 21, 2007 1:18 PM

I have in my possession 5 bottles of Canadian Club Whisky from 1920, that’s right, during prohibition. The bottom of the label says “BEWARE OF COUNTERFEITS”. These are almost completely full. A prior bottle did have some evaporation and it was consumed by myself and friends. It was fantastic, just on the rocks. Any idea of what they might be worth or whether CC itself would like them back? Thanks

By Carlos Alvarez on June 21, 2007 7:53 PM

I have a bottle of Canaian Club 1947 never opened how much is it worth

By Kechia Peiffer on July 23, 2007 11:37 AM

Hi, My mother has a bottle of 1963 Crown Royal Canadian Whiskey. It is still sealed in the box. Can you tell me what it is worth, and what she could sell it for?

By Kevin Powell on July 26, 2007 3:01 PM

I have a unopened bottle of 1969 Seagrams VO that I’m interested in selling. Can you tell me how much it would be worth?

By Vikki Cooke on August 1, 2007 10:58 AM

Hi, my dad has an unopened 1973 bottle of Canadian Club Whiskey, 1.14litres. Could you give us an idea maybe of what its worth?

Many thanks

By Alan on August 5, 2007 12:01 AM

What did a half gallon of Canadian Club cost in 1968?

By R Harris on August 6, 2007 4:41 PM

Greetings:
Could you please help?
I am trying to find some information about a Gooderham & Worts 1832 Decanter commemorating there 125 anniversary. It is in a presentation box with a original note and unbroken
1945 “tax” stamp.It states that the contents are blended from 35 year old reserves and none less than 10 years old. Minimum of 72 year old spirits,would it be worth a appraisal? or should I simpily taste a very old whiskey. Thank you in advance.

By Mark on August 8, 2007 2:30 PM

Hi Dave and Kevin. Would you happen to have a photo of the CN Tower bottles?

By Tom on August 16, 2007 1:14 PM

I have a bottle of Canadian club 1965 perfect condition sealed bottle whats the value and who wants to buy it?

By kitty brownlee on August 18, 2007 10:07 PM

I have an old bottle of wiser’s deluxe 10 year old from 1976 . is it worth anything or would it be better to consume ?

By Jean Michel on August 19, 2007 11:46 AM

I’ve recently acquired a few bottles of Canadian Club Whiskey (unopened) from 1974-1976 and I was wondering what the value is of these bottles. I’m hoping I didn’t pay too much. I’ve tasted one of the ’74 bottles and it was quite smooth, but then again I’m quite a novice at this and I don’t know what exactly I should be looking for in a good aged whiskey.
As a side bar, I would also like to buy and store some newer bottles of whiskey for a later date (maybe 20 years from now when my son is getting married or graduating college) and I was wondering if you could recommend a whiskey that would age better than another. Should I go Irish, Scottish, Canadian or some other?

By Paddy Guyton on August 20, 2007 9:08 PM

I have a bottle of Canadian Club, 1973, 6 year old, I think it is a gallon and it has a pump with it. Can you tell me what it is worth?

By Jack Kaplan on September 4, 2007 6:12 AM

I am wondering if they still make Lord Calvert Canadian Whiskey and if so where do I find the company. I have searched for their headquarters. Nothing on the web as far as contact to their office.
Thanks.
Jack

By Tim Hudson on September 6, 2007 2:50 AM

found 1977 Order of Merit canada wiskey aged 12 yrs in box and red bag w/ seal in a cool basement and would like to know value Thanks,
Tim

By daremo on September 7, 2007 7:05 AM

havea bottle looking for ifo.park and tilford.royal command.bottled in 1963

By Mike Gayton on September 21, 2007 3:09 PM

I have had in my possession since they came out, 3- C N Tower shaped bottles oh Canadian Club. They have never been opened and the seals are still intact. Do these have any value or should I just toss them out.

By Browning on September 29, 2007 11:32 PM

I have a bottle of 1977 Canadian Club aged six years 750ml Hiram Walker Detroit Mich Could you tell me if it is worth anything and who would be interested in it

By Joe Brokering on October 3, 2007 2:44 PM

My aunt has a bottle (never opened and in a cloth bag), of Order of Merit Canadian Whiskey, Aged 16 Years. She received it in 1970. What is it worth today? Thanks.

By lori on October 3, 2007 9:45 PM

Re Cn Tower whiskey bottle. My father designed this bottle and I would love to get in touch with the person who has a bottle of the whiskey.

By SirTobby on October 8, 2007 6:18 PM

hi!
i have canadian club bottle from 1974.
the bottle is unopend and 1 litres are in it from HIRAM WALKER & SONS LTD.
could you tell me what the value is? thank you!

By Keith Bryant on October 29, 2007 12:34 PM

I have a bottle of Canadian Club that still has the seal still in place.It has never been opened the date on the seal is 1971.It also still has the Oklahoma liquor tax stamp on it.It is in a one quart bottle.Any one interested in buying it email me.Or if someone knows how much it is worth email me please.It was my wifes Grandpa’s. Thank you for reading.

By Randy on October 31, 2007 12:52 AM

I’m looking for a case of Alberta Springs corked whiskey – $100/bottle.

By KEVIN on November 5, 2007 10:59 PM

hi!
i have a bottle of canadian club Classic (aged 12 years) from 1973.
it is unopend and 750 ml in it from HIRAM WALKER & SONS LTD. I also have a bottle of Balck Velvet 750 ml from 1984
could you tell me what the value are ? thank you!

By Jeff on November 7, 2007 12:12 AM

I have a bottle unopened of Lord Calvert Canadian Masterpiece blended whiskey dated 1957. Do you have any information as to how much it is worth? I have another also Lord Calvert with no date but it has a calvert recorded no. How do I find out how old it is and how much it is worth, also unopened. Thank You!

By tony mancini on November 9, 2007 7:39 PM

hi..i got a bottle of cn tower whisky from 1969 sealed does anyone know how much it would be worth???

By suzie salvador on November 10, 2007 7:12 PM

What is value of unopened registered bottle of 1966 Wiser’s oldest 18 yr old whisky? thank-you.

By Rich on November 15, 2007 7:30 PM

my mother has a bottle of 1944 Crown Royal in a Ceramic bottle that is unopened with the tax stamp still on it. Is this worth anything for her?

By mike rodgers on November 21, 2007 5:51 AM

have a 1955 seal unopened bottle of crown royal,in original box and bag.what is its worth and do you know anybody interested.thanks

By J. Hunt on November 23, 2007 1:35 PM

I’m looking to purchase a UNOPENED bottle of 1956 Segrams VO. My grandfather gave me one and I placed it in a spot of honor, yet someone opened it and destroyed what value it had to me. I would very much like to replace it. How can I get in touch with someone interested in selling one? I can be reached at jhunt at kyder d0t com.

By Jeff on November 26, 2007 7:44 PM

I have a bottle of crown royal dated 1966 in original bag and box unopened. Was wondering of its possible value and if anyone is interested in it, Thanks

By Richard on November 27, 2007 12:24 PM

I have come across an unopened numbered bottle of 1965 Canadian Masterpiece. Can someone inform me as to what it is worth today? And would it still be drinkable?

By Whitee on November 30, 2007 10:29 AM

Hello there, i have a Canadian Club Classic Whiskey aged 12 years 750 ml bottle, unopened, and sealed, seal and plastic intact, in original box,bottle never opened, and seal dates 1981, is there a value on this bottle?

Thanks
Whitee

By Tracy on December 4, 2007 11:44 AM

Hi there,

I have a bottle of the 1969 CN tower bottle with seal intact.

Please contact me if you are interested in it – in particular the person that said their father designed it!

My email is [email protected]

thank you.

By Crissmom93 on December 6, 2007 9:27 PM

I have a approx. 3ft unopened bottle of Canadian Club Whisky from 1959. Is it worth anything?

By Kristin on December 8, 2007 9:02 PM

I have a 1L bottle of 1981 Canadian Club Premium Whiskey and a 750ml bottle of 1969 Royal Velvet Canadian Whiskey….
Would anyone have an idea as to their value?
Thanks

By Jim Clarke on December 9, 2007 1:56 PM

I have a bottle of Wisers Canadian Oldest Whiskey. It is bottle #C-567764. Can you give me any / all information about this bottle? When bottled? When brewed? Thanks

By chuck on December 9, 2007 7:56 PM

Dude, do you ever actually answer any of the questions?

By Darcy O'Neil on December 9, 2007 9:35 PM

Chuck,

When I can find a price or reference to these products I do give answers. A lot of the time I just email them because the answers are different for each case. For the most part Canadian whiskies have very little value on the vintage whisky market. My general advice is to just enjoy them because they don’t go bad.

By Hank Kensek on December 10, 2007 4:19 PM

Hi all, Have a 25 oz. bottle of Wiser’s Oldest With a 1949 seal. Bought it myself in Toronto so am somewhat older than it(77). Would love to know appro. value of it.Like to sell it for under $10,000.00(lol).

By Bruno on December 13, 2007 9:04 PM

Lori: Re: October 3, 2007

I have a bottle of Canadian Whisky in the shape of the CN Tower dated 1970 that I am willing to sell.

By Marie Hutton on December 17, 2007 6:26 PM

I recently aquired an unopened bottle of O.F.C. Canadian Whiskey. The seal states it is from the Candian Schenley Distilling Company, NY,NY The seal is numbered and dated 1965. Does anyone know it’s value or if someone wants to buy it?

Thanks, Marie

By sd on December 19, 2007 11:54 PM

Have a bottle of Order of Merit Canadian whiskey aged 16 years. Bottled in 1969. Any idea what it’s worth?

By matt tyler on December 20, 2007 1:04 AM

i have a bottle of calvert masterpiece unopened seal date 1950 seal no 16380207 and re524457 also the utility case any idea the value of this?

By Jim on December 22, 2007 8:58 PM

Does anyone know what year Canadian Lord Calvert changed its lable to Lord Calvert Canadian

By Mark Cooper on December 24, 2007 10:44 AM

I have an unopened bottle of Schenley Canadian OFC Canadian Whisky in a teardrop shaped bottle. The neck/cap still bear the original old paper seals from both Canada and one crossed over that from the US. Both have 1966 printed on the liquor tax labels. Is there any value here?

By Barbara Andrews on December 25, 2007 6:04 PM

I would like to know the price of the Canadian Club Blended whisky from 1959. Please let me know whoever know this. Thanks

By Noel Segarty on December 25, 2007 9:41 PM

Hi,
I have a bottle of Wiser’s Oldest Canadian Whisky( sealed and with registration number) that is aged 18 years old when it was bottled in 1969. Does anyone know how much is worth?

By jake on December 25, 2007 11:29 PM

can you give me a rough estimate of how much a 1963 calverts canadian masterpiece unopened in the box is worth # 213317 limited edition

By mark lawrence on December 26, 2007 3:03 PM

i have a bottle of cc shaped like the cn tower with a 1980 label(unopened) is there a market for this?

By D. Rogers on December 27, 2007 12:27 PM

I have six bottles of 1952 Windsor Canadian Whiskey. Seals are unbroken with the tax seal still on them from Utah. Are they worth anything?

By Larry Wegryn on December 28, 2007 7:44 PM

I have a 1957 Canadian Masterpiece by Lord Calvert in a Red Case- What is this worth??? Thanks LW

By Alex on December 29, 2007 1:57 PM

I have a bottle of 1967 canadian club hiram walker whiskey…i was curious about the value to see if it would make a great gift or just a bottle for casual drinking?
Thank you–

By Rosemary Shaw on December 31, 2007 12:22 PM

I have an unopened bottle of Canadian Club 1958 Hiram Walker& Sons Limited Walkerville, Ontario, Canada 6 yrs. old 86.8 U.S. proof and the bottle and seal are in great condition and I was wondering how much this is worth! Thank You! My bottle also says By Appointment To Her Majesty Queen Victoria 1898-1901 By Appointment To His Majesty King Edward VII*1901-1910 By Appointment To His Majesty King George V* 1910-1936 By Appointment To His Majesty King George VI* 1936-1952 By Appointment To Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Suppliers of Canadian Club Whiskey #131692717 the seal on the bottle # 76998482 State of Indiana

By shane on December 31, 2007 4:01 PM

I have a bottle of Canadian Club whiskey from 1981 and I was wondering how much it is worth. its gonna be gone by tonight any way i was just curious. Happy Newyears!

By Erin Hopkins on January 1, 2008 11:41 AM

My Grandfather had a Canadian Club marked 1936. We really need to sell this, how do I find a buyer and what price should I expect to get? Thanks!

By Lynne on January 1, 2008 4:11 PM

Hi, I have a bottle of Order of Merit Whisky in original box (sealed and with registration number) that is aged 16 years and was bottled in 1968. Does anyone know how much it is worth?

By Les on January 1, 2008 5:14 PM

Have a bottle of Canadian Masterpiece in a box. 1964 with tax stamp number 15598850. Serial number on label is 340576.
Is it worth anything or should I just enjoy it with friends?
Thanks Les

By Robert Juranovic on January 3, 2008 6:28 PM

Hi there, I am looking for a bottle of Canadian Club Whiskey or Crown Royal dated 1972 or older. Anywhere between 1940 and 1972 would be nice. Please email me and we can talk about a price for your bottle. Don’t hestitate to to offer me anything.

Thanks
Rob

By Robert Juranovic on January 3, 2008 7:30 PM

Hi there, I am looking for a bottle of Canadian Club Whiskey or Crown Royal dated 1972 or older. Anywhere between 1940 and 1972 would be nice. Please email me and we can talk about a price for your bottle. Don’t hestitate to to offer me anything. My email address is [email protected]

Thanks
Rob

By Robert Juranovic on January 3, 2008 8:45 PM

How do I get in touch with these people who are attempting to sell their older whiskey bottles? How can I email them?

Thanks
Rob ( [email protected] )

By Brandi on January 6, 2008 3:21 PM

hey i have a bottle of 1975 canadian whisky in the shape of the CN tower. i was just wondering if you knew how muck it was worth. it was given as a gift a while ago. thanks Brandi

By pmccarrel on January 9, 2008 2:12 PM

Wow! It looks as though everyone’s grandparents saved bottles of whiskey. I have a sealed Canadian Masterpiece 1956 in the red box. Too bad they so carefully saved them,as they are apparently not a sought after item. Sounds as if we all need to drink up.

By Rick on January 15, 2008 11:53 PM

For Xmas Ireceived a 40 year old bottle of Crown Royal. As I was drinking it, I contacted Crown Royal just to see the worth and why the difference in taste. They told me that the age does not improve the taste when it is stored in a bottle. Not true. I am an avid Crown drinker, and this was the smoothest Crown that I have ever drank. Also, can you tell me why it had a tinge of sweetness to it? If you know anyone that has an unopened bottle of that age, I would like to buy it.

By MAC MCCLAIN on January 24, 2008 5:59 AM

WHEN I WAS 21 YRS. OLD, I WAS GIVE A 4/5 QUART OF CANADIAN MASTERPIECE WITH A SEAL OF 1962. SO WHEN I HAVE MY FRIST SON, I WOULD OPEN IT. BUT THE GIRL I WAS GOING TO MARRY, DIE, 3 MONTHS BEFORE WEDDING. WHAT SHALL I DO WITH IT NOW?

By Junior Bartels on January 24, 2008 11:22 AM

I have a bottle of Canadain Club whiskey distilled in 1927 and bottled in 1933..Still sealed in excellent condition. Bottled in Walkervill Ont Canada..Is it worth a Sotheby’s auction….

By Mark LeWinter on January 24, 2008 6:39 PM

Have an unopened bottle in original box dated and stamped 1964 of Candian Masterpiece. Is their any demand or value?

By Angelo St-Jean on February 18, 2008 4:15 PM

I have a bottles of Seagram’s V. O 375ml 1976 never open and also a bottle of Crown Royal 750ml 1978 never open also how much can i get if i would sell them and are they still good?

By Robert Juranovic on February 20, 2008 4:20 PM

How do I get in touch with these people on here? When you people post something please include your email address so you can be contacted. Email me at [email protected]

By Ellis King on February 22, 2008 2:48 PM

I have an unopened botle of Wiser’s Oldest with a 1955 seal. What is it worth

By Diane Stift on March 1, 2008 2:32 PM

I have a sealed/unopened 710 ml bottle of Schenley’s 15 year old Order of Merit Canadian Whiskey that says it was made in Dec. 1966 and bottled in Dec. 1981. Does this have any value to it?

By Norman on March 24, 2008 3:35 PM

I have a bottle of Seagram’s V.O. Canadian Whisky 1974 and has never been opened. Could you tell me how much this bottle is worth if I sold it??? Thank you…

By Missy U on April 5, 2008 10:34 AM

I have 5 bolltes of Corby’s Park Lane limited edition 15 year old unopened bottles of whisky. Two were bottled in 1949 and three in 1950.
Can anyone tell me where I can find a value on these?
Thank you.

By Laura on April 21, 2008 8:24 AM

I have a 1978 sealed unopened bottle of Canadian club Classic 12 Year old, is this worth anything or should we open it and enjoy it??

By Paul on May 3, 2008 11:10 PM

I was just given a bottle of Canadian Club Gate Bottle 1920 Limited Edition with the original seal in place. It was found in the basement of a friend’s house. Can anyone tell me about this? Is it really from 1920.

By Kael Madsen on May 6, 2008 10:12 AM

To those of you who may have found old bottles of whiskey and/or wine, I am interested in purchasing them. I’ve got a vast collection of Canadian whiskeys, and I’m always willing to collect more (I am Canadian, and I live in Kitchener, right next to Waterloo where most of these were made).

I can’t guarantee you the amount you are probably expecting for them, as stated previously whiskey does not age, nor does Canadian whiskey garner a good return on the market.

My email is kael.madsen(at)gmail(dot)com

Thanks for reading, and I’m looking forward to any and all inquiries.

By Jason Palmer on May 21, 2008 5:09 PM

Yes I have a bottle of Seagrams V.O. Canadian Whisky 1974 1.75 Litres it is still sealed. I would like to know what it is worth?

By Denise Bent on May 25, 2008 8:00 PM

hi, I’m wondering how much an unopened bottle, original box, of canadian club classic, aged 12 years, with a label from 1973 – Hiram Walker & Sons Limited Walkerville – 80 Prof. – 750 ML – #D0502732 would be worth. thank you Denise

By Thomas on May 26, 2008 7:49 PM

I have a bottle of Canadian Schenley Whiskey that displays the front label as Order of Merit and aged 15 years. The seal is unbroken and says 1957 on it. The back label says it was placed in casks in August 1957 and bottle in August 1972. Is in perfect new condition. Is this something that would be of interest to a collector? Does it hold any real value or, is it soemthing I should just drink?

By Sean on May 26, 2008 8:24 PM

I have two 1972 bottles of Candian Club whiskey. How much would they be worth?

By Carl Johnson on June 6, 2008 1:43 PM

I have a seal bottle of Crown Royal in a soft blue bag with a gold string in a blue box.The seal reads 1974 .What would it be worth?

By Alan Pacey on June 6, 2008 6:50 PM

Recently found an unopend bottle of 1940 Canadian Club. Is it worth selling or should I drink it?

By Bill MacDonald on June 15, 2008 5:27 PM

I have an unopened “tax stamped 1955 (+ Minnesota tax stamp)” of Canadian ‘Masterpiece’ by Calvert — 80 proof…in a red presentation hard case, brass hindged with a yellow bedliner. Does anyone know what the bottled date of this item is? It was the year I graduated and thought it would be a nice “Tontine” gift for the “Last man or women standing”in our class out of 59 graduates.” I also have the question: … How long would the contents in this bottle last and be palatable? Well wishes and keeep on having fun in life.

By gloria oneal on June 21, 2008 8:19 PM

I would like to know what the going price would be for a sealed and unopened bottle of seagram’s crown royal, 1957, 80 proof, and also for canadian club, 1950, sealed/unopened

thank you.

By Troy Speckman on June 21, 2008 10:32 PM

Can anyone give the value of a 375ml Crown Royal Blended Canadian Whiskey with a seal dated 1975?

By vaughan on August 28, 2008 2:49 PM

Hi
A friend of mine has a bottle of schenley ofc whiskey.
It was bottled in 1954 aged 8 years prior to that.
I guess it was born in 1946.
It’s in the original bottle and is still sealed.
does this bottle have any value and if so what would it be worth.
thanks for your time. Vaughan

By Nancy on September 10, 2008 2:39 PM

Hi

I have a bottle of Wiser’s Oldest – seal still unbroken bottled in 1966 – aged for 18 years (1948)……

What if anything would this bottle be worth???

Please advise

Thanks, Nanc

By Linda on September 23, 2008 1:04 AM

I found an old bottle of Canadian Mist whiskey (80 proof) in my 90 year old neighbor’s home. The bottle has not been opened. imprinted on the bottom of the bottle is a set of numbers, then there’s a 9 (Seal or emble) then the number 77. There is also a 3 by itself on the bottom of the bottle. Would you tell me what it’s worth? Thanks Linda

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