Black Velvet

Black Velvet Onyx 12 Year

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89 critic score

Whiskey Canadian Whisky Alberta 12 Year 40% ABV

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Black Velvet Onyx underwent distillation and aging at the Black Velvet Distillery in Lethbridge, Alberta, utilizing a method they term “blending at birth.” This involves combining two-year-old corn whisky and two-year-old rye whisky with newly distilled base whisky. The mixture is then placed into used bourbon barrels for an additional 12 years of maturation. Onyx also incorporates some older whiskies in its composition. Please note: This product is not sold in the U.S.

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Fruity 55

Spicy 50

Vanilla 50

Sweet 45

Rich 40

Full Bodied 40

Smoky 35

Tart 15

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The details

Type: Canadian Whisky
Style: Canadian
ABV: 40% ABV (80 proof)
Age: 12 Year
Cask: ex bourbon
Origin: Alberta, Canada

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