Comments on: Whisky Review: (Highwood Distillers) White Owl Whisky

By: Chris

Chris — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 01:05:50 +0000

I heard about White Owl through my father in law a year later apparently after it hit the shelves of LCBO. I cannot express my utter joy of its taste. Very unique. I normally would drink Wisers Deluxe or Forty Creek but White Owl is my new favourite.

I have told my friends about White Owl so much so you would think I was making a commission.

By: jason

jason — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 06:00:55 +0000

Try it!

By: jason

jason — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 05:37:57 +0000

I have been a big supporter of “Hiram walkers special old” for a good number of years. this was after spending a lot of time and money looking for a good rye that was enjoyable as both a sipping drink and a mix. When I saw white owl in the lcbo, the bottle, packaging, and promotional praise I knew I had to try it.

This is without question a product of high quality that merits notice to all lovers of fine whisky. The subtle flavors and smooth finish are a tribute to the brewers art, and as far as the slightly higher price… More than worth it!!!

By: Rod

Rod — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 16:26:55 +0000

I like to try new things and the color and fancy bottle is what caught my eye. At first glance, I thought the clerks popped some Vodka on the shelf in the whiskey section by accident. Then after I read the label my inquisitive mind thought to give it a try. I actually liked it! It is definitely a very mild subtle whiskey but if you want a stiffer drink it does go down quite nice. I am not a fan of Crown Royal but I do enjoy my Alberta Springs and Tangle Ridge. They are still a better whiskey than White Owl in my opinion but White Owl is definitely drinkable and makes for an excellent conversation piece at get-togethers! Not sure why everyone is complaining about a $40-$50 price tage though… I found it in my local Sobey’s liquor store for $33 for a 26er (750ml).

By: Andrew Masuch

Andrew Masuch — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 04:50:39 +0000

Who ever said it above me, wow!
A coworker gave me some lamps and I picked up a bottle of this as a gift, but had to get one for myself just because of the packaging and the clear-whiskey gimmic. I have a full bar, but I have to admit I usually reach for the easy-downer drink, and rarely choose whiskey or scotch.
I can’t believe how smooth this is, and after hearing a fantastic review from the coworker I gave it to, I was telling some other people at work about it. In a small office – 11 people – both another coworker and my boss had both just bought a bottle and loved it. For a mixer’s drink this is great, and is going to be running vodka off the shelves when the girls find out it exists. This stuff tastes so good I want to become a company rep!

By: george

george — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 18:36:41 +0000

I tried white owl wiskey, ( WOW GREAT SIPPING WISKEY). I drink centennial ltd edition for price and taste, I thaught i was untouchable untill i tried white owl. Unfortually due to the price i will stay with centennial.

By: Arctic Wolf

Arctic Wolf — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 03:01:29 +0000

I love the paradox,….”it is over priced, but if you have the money, this is definetly a rye worth buying” …

Quite frankly, based upon your own comment it is well worth the price and for those who are wondering this whisky is priced between 40 and 50 bucks depending upon the region of Canada and the particular store. Very reasonable for a whisky that is “absolutely amazing”.

Cheers!

And it just won an award! (http://www.canadianwhisky.org/news-views/canadian-whisky-awards-2010.html)

By: chris russell

chris russell — Sun, 12 Dec 2010 10:55:12 +0000

i think this whisky is absolutely amazing…it is over priced, but if you have the money, this is definetly a rye worth buying…i thought it was fantastic!!!!

By: Heinz

Heinz — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 18:04:04 +0000

WOW!!! I’m an avid whiskey drinker and have tried everything from A-Z, I discovered White Owl recently at a friends house and am sold 100%! This is one f the finest whiskeys I have ever had the pleasure of enjoying. The smoothness and subtle flavours bring mark this as one of the best in my books. This whiskey is for people who have a sophisticated palate and aren’t afraid to broaden they’re horizons with an openminded attitude. Highwood has done an awesome job and rest assured my bar will ALWAYS have White Owl as the first choise for whiskey drinkers!

By: Don

Don — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 19:17:16 +0000

I’ve recently found Forty Creek to be my favorite, switching from Crown Royal and saw White Owl for the first time this past weekend.
I’m eager to try it but admit, the much larger price tag certainly sets the bar higher