About the Brand

Central City Brewery’s master brewer Gary Lohin and master distiller Stuart McKinnon tag teamed to produce this single malt Canadian whisky. Gary takes care of producing a flavorful fermentation then passes it to Stuart who distills a full-bodied distillate. This single malt has been aged for three years in ex-bourbon barrels then bottled at 43%. Exclusive to Canada.

DISTILLED IN CANADA AND AGED IN BARRELS FOR AT LEAST THREE YEARS. OFTEN, BUT NOT ALWAYS, CANADIAN WHISKIES ARE BLENDS OF CORN, BARLEY AND RYE WHICH ARE DISTILLED AND MATURED SEPARATELY.

Lohin McKinnon Single Malt matured in premium oak barrels, this smooth and refined small batch Whisky is made from the finest Canadian Malted Barley and Pure B.C. water. The aroma is rich with darker fruity notes like cherry or grape, subtle honey, vanilla, and pleasantly woody. The golden liquid sits on the palate with a touch of green apple skins, buttery notes, woody and soft textured mouthfeel and the finish is medium length, fruity, and slightly drying at the end. Best enjoyed with a splash of cold filtered water to release the full flavor of this hand crafted gem.

TASTING NOTES

For the nose Vanilla, toffee and honey combined with a spiced fragrant maltiness. Floral fresh linens transition the nose to a palate that’s governed by barley cereals, citrus fruit and gentle oak. The light buttery texture bursts with mild spice with a welcome tartness and tang in the finish. 

AWARDS

DOUBLE GOLD - SIP AWARDS 2018 (Canadian Single Grain/Malt Whisky)
CONSUMERS CHOICE AWARD - SIP AWARDS 2018
GOLD - CANADIAN ARTISAN SPIRITS COMPETITION 2018 (Whisky)
BRONZE - CANADIAN WHISKY AWARDS 2018
89 POINTS - JIM MURRAY WHISKY BIBLE 2018
85 POINTS - DISTILLER.COM
SILVER - SAN FRANCISCO WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION 2017 (Whisky)
SILVER – SIP AWARDS 2017 (Canadian Single Malt Whisky)
BRONZE - 2017 JUDGING OF CRAFT SPIRITS (International Malt Whisky & Certified Craft Distilled Spirit)

About the Brand

Central City Brewery’s master brewer Gary Lohin and master distiller Stuart McKinnon tag teamed to produce this single malt Canadian whisky. Gary takes care of producing a flavorful fermentation then passes it to Stuart who distills a full-bodied distillate. This single malt has been aged for three years in ex-bourbon barrels then bottled at 43%. Exclusive to Canada.

DISTILLED IN POT STILLS FROM 100% MALTED BARLEY, PRODUCED AT ONE DISTILLERY, AGED IN BARRELS; IF SCOTCH OR IRISH, MUST BE AGED FOR AT LEAST THREE YEARS.

Lohin McKinnon Chocolate Malt Crafted with highly kilned chocolate malted barley, this Lohin McKinnon limited edition single malt whisky exudes notes of vanilla and chocolate. Aged in French Sauternes wine barrels, it builds with a complex dark fruit character and mild sweetness.

TASTING NOTES

Nose: medium dark chocolate, hint of honey, agave nectar, fruits covered in dark and white chocolate, with some almonds, citrus

Palate: Green apple, honey, milk chocolate, dried fruits, figs dipped in medium dark chocolate, green paprika, a touch of oak spice, agave/Mezcal green notes, a touch of cocoa, toasted almonds, light roast coffee, earthiness almost coming across as peat, malt sweetness

Finish: Medium dark chocolate, coffee liqueur, candied lime peel, oak spice and barrel tannins, green apple skins, malt sugars

AWARDS

SILVER – CANADIAN WHISKY AWARDS 2019

BRONZE – SAN DIEGO SPIRITS FESTIVAL 2018 (Whiskey)