Black Velvet
Black Velvet Original Blended Canadian Whisky
80 proof (40% ABV)
Per the bottle: blended at birth, distilled and aged three years in oak
Under the supervision of the Canadian Government
Notes: remarkably smooth with hints of caramel, vanilla, coconut, and rye spiciness
Purchased a 1.75 liter in DC for $13.99 pre tax
Crafted from a mix of high-quality grains, including rye, barley, and corn. The mash is then crafted and aged in bourbon barrels for up to eight years. These barrel-aged high wines are mixed with fresh, base whisky spirit and then returned to bourbon barrels to age for at least three years where they mature into rich, smooth whisky.
VELVET MANHATTAN
Ingredients
3 parts Black Velvet Reserve
1 part sweet vermouth
1 maraschino cherry
We recommend some of your favorite bitters as well
Directions
Combine ingredients and shake well with ice. Strain into an martini glass and garnish with a cherry.
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Hey everyone! - Welcome back and welcome to episode 1 of season 3! We really can’t believe we’ve made it to season 3 already, but here we are. This week we’re talking about Canadian Whisky, and specifically Black Velvet - trust us - we have our reasons. Also, don’t forget that if you like what you’re hearing be sure to check us out at whiskeyqueens.com, @thewhiskeyqueens on instagram, and be sure to give us a 5 star review on apple podcasts. Thanks and here is the show!
