6 REASONS YOU SHOULD TRY CANADIAN SINGLE MALT WHISKY

All too often we let the fear of the unknown stop us. But pushing ourselves out of our comfort zones is actually good for us. Trying new things not only helps us to conquer those fears, but it also allows us to expand our minds and learn—both about said new thing, and about ourselves.

Do you have a favourite whisky? Discovered one night and refused to give it up?

Single malt whisky is a versatile drink and you should make it a journey to find your favourite. Open your palate, and you can discover a new whisky today.

HERE ARE 6 REASONS YOU SHOULD TRY CANADIAN SINGLE MALT WHISKY

1. YOU CAN DISCOVER A NEW TASTE

Glenora Distillery offers a range of single malt whiskies that are aged in American Oak. Kentucky Bourbon barrels provide every whisky enthusiast with a range of tasting enjoyment. Examples of some of the different flavours in the Glen Breton Single Malt Whiskyrange of products include honey, apple, cinnamon, grape, raisin, ice wine, butterscotch, maple syrup, cherry, ginger and many more to explore. Experience the different finishes from a long whisper of peat to hazelnut and toffee and sweet, lingering berry, wine and maple, all with exceptionally smooth finishes.

2. DISCOVER A WHOLE NEW FLAVOUR

So it’s clear that you’ve got a favourite single malt whisky, and what does that tell you about your preferred flavour profile? You’ll know your favourite flavours, whether they’re light and floral, sweet and spicy or smoky and peated.

This can give you great insight into single malts that might be new-found favourites or improvements on your current selection. Broadening your horizons doesn’t have to be about falling in love with a whole new flavour, it can just be about expanding your current choices.

3. LEARN MORE ABOUT SINGLE MALT WHISKY

Exploring different distilleries like Glenora Distillery in Nova Scotia will give you a wealth of knowledge, not only about taste but also processes and production methods. Tasting new whiskies will allow you to learn more about the effects filtration and maturation on the taste of whisky.

Not only is branching out beyond your favourite drams a great way to learn more about your personal preference, but it will also give you insight into what else is available from the single malt whisky world.

4. YOU'LL BROADEN YOUR PERSPECTIVE

With more knowledge on different flavour profiles and what goes into making each one different, you’ll be able to discern what a single malt whisky may taste like before you even open it. Your perspective of different single malts will change as you understand more about them and why they taste a certain way.

Trying lots of different drams gives you the perfect base for comparison, which will open up a whole new side of single malt whisky appreciation for you.

5. DEEPEN YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF SINGLE MALT WHISKY

Sure, everyone has their favourites and everyone knows why they have their favourites, but with more knowledge on different flavour profiles, you’ll be able to discuss the merits of whisky beyond your own preferences. Your knowledge base around what makes an exceptional dram will grow as you experiment and try new things.

Of course opinions are always subjective, but with knowledge and experience you’ll be better placed to discuss your points in depth.

6. YOU MIGHT JUST REPLACE YOUR FAVOURITE SINGLE MALT WHISKY

While your favourite whisky is your go to now, at some point it wasn’t and you had a different favourite. Exploring and experimenting might just be the best way to find something new that will become your regular. And you never know, it might even have a completely different flavour profile to what you’re used to.