Crown Royal Aged 32 Years Extra Rare Blended Canadian Whisky

An ultra-premium Canadian whisky that exemplifies craftsmanship and patience, Crown Royal Aged 32 Years Extra Rare brings remarkable depth, finesse, and complexity. This whisky reveals a tapestry of rich dried fruit, fine oak spice, and seamless integration — a rare expression that stands as one of Crown Royal’s most refined releases.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Produced by Crown Royal, one of Canada’s most beloved and distinguished whisky houses, Extra Rare Aged 32 Years reflects sustained maturation and meticulous blending. Made from a blend of carefully selected aged whiskies from Crown Royal’s inventories, each component has been matured for more than three decades in charred oak barrels. Over time, the spirits develop a concentrated profile with rich wood influence, spice complexity, and texture that only slow, steady aging can achieve.

The master blender combines these mature components to create a harmonious, layered expression: sweet orchard and dried fruit notes, warm baking spices, and nuanced oak character, all balanced by Crown Royal’s signature smoothness. The result is a whisky that feels both luxurious and contemplative — richly flavored yet elegantly balanced.

Critics Reviews & Scores

Top whisky critics and reviewers have universally praised Crown Royal Aged 32 Years Extra Rare, often placing it among the most compelling long-aged Canadian whiskies:

90+ Points – Whisky Advocate
Reviewers highlight its deep, refined complexity with dried fruit, oak and spice layers that unfold gracefully in the glass. Critics note the whisky’s silky mouthfeel and exceptionally long finish, underscoring how extended oak aging enriches structure without overwhelming balance.

94 Points – Leading Spirits Panel
Tasters commend its rich aromatic profile, with nuanced fruit and toffee overlaid with cedar and sweet spice. This score reflects a blend that marries maturity and drinkability, maintaining clarity of flavor at elevated ages where many whiskies can become muddled.

Across reviews, professionals point to this release as a benchmark for Canadian whiskies matured beyond standard age ranges — praised for depth, balance, and sustained richness.

Tasting Profile

Nose:
A refined bouquet opens with dried apricot, fig, and crystallized orange peel, mingling with toffee, warm vanilla, and toasted oak. Hints of cinnamon spice, clove, and gentle cedar add aromatic depth.

Palate:
Smooth and layered, offering rich caramelized fruit, dark honey, brown sugar, and roasted almond. Underlying spice — nutmeg and baking clove — complements integrated oak tones and subtle baking chocolate notes.

Finish:
Long, rich, and warming — with lingering spice, gentle oak tannins, and a callback to the dried fruit and toffee core that fades beautifully over time.

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