LCBO Food & Drink Autumn 2020

Worth a splurge Special ingredients, long maturation, very limited production or even very unique packaging can make a deliciously premium spirit worth the indulgence.

Spirits aren’t forever: for optimal flavour, drink within a year or so of opening a bottle—especially after it’s less than half full!

Art of mystery Though the Scottish island of Islay is often synonymous with fine peated Scotch, this distillery elevates its unpeat- ed single malt to high art. Bruichladdich Black Art 8.1 ( LCBO 17757, $379.95) is the latest in a famously secretive series of highly anticipated and collectible annual bottlings.

Friends for life Scientist John Rempe has an unusual approach to bourbon: he sources and combines the best, from various ages and distilleries, into luxe blends coveted by connoisseurs. The latest is Blood Oath Pact No. 6 ( LCBO 17754, $179.95), which rests bourbons up to 14 years old in Cognac casks, for honeyed richness.

Canadian classic The latest in the Chronicles series, the ultra-aged corn whisky base of Canadian Club 43 ( LCBO 17766, $319.95) tastes of a combination of luscious caramel, buttery pastry, maple, raisins and nuts—as dec- adent as a Canadian butter tart. The series represents amazing value among ultra-aged whiskies from anywhere in the world!

LUXURY SIPS When you’ve splurged on a high-value bottle of spir- its, it seems like a shame to mix it into cocktails. Try whisky neat and at room temperature to truly appreciate its nuances.

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AUTUMN 2020 FOOD & DRINK