Black Velvet Reserve is creted by blending both unaged and aged corn and rye before maturing the result for 8 years. A step up from the incredibly popular regular Black Velvet Canadian whisky (which is around 3 years old).
Caramelised orchard fruits, sweet and spicy rye notes, smoky toffee and some dark fruit throughout.
Gave me the worst frontal lobe headache. As bad as a migraine. A slimy cold feeling n night sweats. It is smooth. But the drunk goes straight to your eyes and it doesn't feel clear or good. Also sickly. Like i need to throw up but cant.
Great little supper from Canada, and for right around $10 you can't beat it.
I enjoy mostly bourbon, but this is an exception. Smooth and delicious. Soft and warm, as comfy as your favorite pair of slippers. On the nose and palate I get butterscotch and Carmel. Not really too much oak, it's just right. If you like regular BV, then I highly recommend BV Reserve. Cheers!
I like Canadian whisky. Having said that, Black Velvet Reserve 8 yr is right down the middle for a strike! Although standard BV is very good for mixing, Reserve 8 provides a solid Canadian option for those of us who enjoy a variety for sipping (bourbon, rye, scotch, Irish, etc.). It’s nearly as good as Crown Royal, which is also a strike, however Reserve 8 costs me $9.99! Go for it!
I love this whisky. It is a delightful everyday kind of drink.
