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| May 9, 2013 |
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BIG NEWS FROM FORTY CREEK
We are pleased to announce our 2013 limited release, Forty Creek Heart of Gold. Heart of Gold is the seventh Forty Creek special release. There are only 9,000 bottles being produced.
Once again, for a limited time, we are offering Canadian Whisky lovers an opportunity to reserve their own bottle number of Forty Creek Heart of Gold. Customers may reserve any number between 00003 and 9,000 (of course, bottle # 1 and # 2 are already reserved for you know who?)
Reservations for numbered bottles open at noon on Monday, May 27th and end June 21st, 2013. Reservations for numbered bottles will not be accepted before this time.
The on-line reservation system will open at exactly at noon on Monday, May 27, 2013. Please check back at noon on Monday, May 27th for instructions.
Choose a number that has special significance – a birth year, an anniversary, a lucky number. Keep in mind that numbers are being reserved on a first come, first served basis.
Due to provincial and federal regulations, this offer is only available in Ontario, Canada. Unfortunately, we cannot ship bottles. They must be purchased and picked up at the distillery in Grimsby, Ontario.
Our whisky release weekend is scheduled for Saturday, September, 28th and Sunday, September 29th, 2013. That’s when you can pick up your special numbered bottles of Forty Creek Heart of Gold. During this weekend I will be more than happy to personalize your special numbered bottle. More details on our Whisky Release weekend to follow.
Thank you very much for your support & spreading the good word about Forty Creek.
Cheers,
John Hall
Whisky Maker
First Generation
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Notes on Forty Creek Heart of Gold Reserve from John K. Hall, Whisky Maker:
Heart of Gold is a whisky that was inspired by both the heart of the distillation and the heart of the maker.
Heart of Gold has been created with an artist’s palette of noble grains, unusual yeast selection, copper pot stills and delicately toasted oak barrels, mixed with passion, innovation and patience.
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“This project started nearly a decade ago, focusing specifically on Canada’s noble rye grain. I have always brought out the spicy, fruity notes of rye in my whisky, but this time, I wanted to perfect capturing the underlying delicate floral notes of the rye that too often get lost in the process. I decided to use a wine yeast strain for the fermentation because I felt this approach would allow the floral aromas and flavours to prevail.
Capturing the subtleties in the distillate was another challenge. Capturing alcohol is easy, but capturing the natural, subtle flavour of the rye is much more difficult. A quicker cut and a narrower band of the heart during distillation helped keep the integrity of the delicate rye character.
I aged this rye whisky in lightly toasted barrels to ensure the oak did not overwhelm the subtle flavours captured in the heart of the distillation. Yes, my Heart of Gold is a rye forward whisky. But, it is not 100% rye. I believe the art of blending adds a complexity and creativity to the final whisky. The final Heart of Gold blend includes some barley whisky for nuttiness and some corn whisky for weight and body. Yet, the fruity, floral rye whisky notes are the star of this show!
Thank you for choosing my Forty Creek Whisky. I hope this whisky captures your heart as it did mine.”
Heart of Gold is a limited edition of 9,000 bottles. Each bottle is individually numbered.
Alcohol Content: 43% alc./vol.
Retail Price: $69.95 / 750 ml
John’s Tasting Notes
This complex yet delicate whisky has aromas of herbs, peach, sandlewood, hazelnut and vanilla. Violets, rose petals and orange blossoms lend a delicate character and are framed by cinnamon and ginger notes which add a nice spicy flare.
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| March 4, 2013 |
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Forty Creek Whisky Wins 5 Gold Medals -
2013 International Review of Spirits, Chicago
At the 2013 International Review of Spirits held by the Beverage Testing Institute, Forty Creek Whiskies once again dominated the Gold Medal Wins for the fourth consecutive year . Forty Creek Whiskies were awarded 5 of the 7 gold medals that were awarded to Canadian Whiskies. This performance follows a sweep at the 2012 Canadian Whisky Awards recently held in Victoria BC, where Forty Creek won 12 medals, including Canadian Whisky of the Year.
94 • Forty Creek Port Wood Reserve Canadian Whisky
Beautiful deep copper red color. Highly polished aromas and flavors of buttery caramelized nuts, dark chocolate fudge, candied ginger, and cherry cola with a satiny, fruity-yet-dry medium-full body and a long, seamless wood spice, brandied raisin cake, honeyed rye toast, and caramel finish. Exceptionally smooth, complex and delicious. (tasted on Feb-21-2013)
92 • Forty Creek Confederation Oak Reserve Canadian Whisky
Pure amber color. Initially restrained aromas evolve into creme brulee, mango chutney, and cherry cola with a satiny, fruity-yet-dry medium-to-full body and a long creamy vanilla, nut brittle, mineral and spice driven finish. A delicious, hedonistic sipping whisky. (tasted on Feb-21-2013)
92 • Forty Creek Copper Pot Reserve Canadian Whisky
Rich amber color. Aromas of lightly roasted coffee bean, honeycomb, and maple sugar candy with a silky, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a long, warming dried fruit, tobacco, metal ore, nutshell, and grainy bread pudding accented finish. A very nice dry-styled whisky for cigars. (tasted on Feb-21-2013)
91 • Forty Creek Double Barrel Reserve Canadian Whisky
Pale amber color. Nougat, toasty pastry, fruity yogurt, and creamy latte aromas with a silky, fruity-yet-dry medium-to-full body and a chewy, dried fruit, praline and lively baking spices accented finish. A very creamy, nicely balanced sipping whisky. (tasted on Feb-21-2013)
90 • Forty Creek Barrel Select Canadian Whisky
Rich amber color. Aromas of coffee candy and liqueur, chocolate covered fruits, and dark roasted nuts with a silky, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a roasted grain, peppery spice, vanilla custard, and cola nut accented finish. An excellent marriage of roasted grain and toasty oak characters. (tasted on Feb2013)
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| January 21, 2013 |
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VICTORIA, Jan. 18, 2013 /CNW/ - Canadian whisky maker, John K. Hall makes the best whisky in Canada. That's the verdict of seven independent whisky experts who awarded Hall the coveted Canadian Whisky of the Year Award at the third annual Canadian Whisky Awards. Results of the annual blind tasting competition were announced Thursday evening at the Victoria Whisky Festival in Victoria, B.C.
Forty Creek Port Wood Reserve, a three-time winner, was also named Connoisseur Whisky of the Year in multiple markets, along with winning a gold medal. In announcing the awards, Chairman of the Judges, Davin de Kergommeaux, dubbed it "the best whisky yet from Forty Creek Distillery." Forty Creek Port Wood Reserve was selected from 60 entries by a panel of eight whisky experts.
About the Canadian
Whisky Awards
Each year the Canadian Whisky Awards recognize the very best Canadian whiskies and encourage distillers to maintain the highest standards for making whisky. To be eligible, whiskies must be distilled and matured in Canada. An independent panel of whisky writers, bloggers, and journalists selects the winners after blind tasting each whisky. Operated on a not-for-profit basis, the Canadian Whisky Awards are fully independent of the Canadian whisky industry.
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October 24, 2012
Forty Creek Sweeps Wizard of Whisky Awards 2012
Forty Creek Sweeps the Wizards of Whisky Awards 2012, winning Canadian Distillery of the Year. 2012 Forty Creek Port Wood Reserve was named Canadian Whisky of the Year, and Confederation Oak won a gold medal. Forty Creek Double Barrel and Copper Pot took home Silver Awards. Dominic Roskrow, former Editor of Whisky magazine and Director of The Whisky Tasting Club in the UK said “ The Canadian Whisky category was a one horse race and Forty Creek swept the board. But, it’s not surprising because the whiskies are not only fine advocated for their country, but show diversity and creativity in their creation.”
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| February 22, 2012 |
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An Exceptional Performance
Forty Creek Gold Rush Continues
At the 2012 International Review of Spirits held by the Beverage Testing Institute Forty Creek Whiskies dominated the gold medal wins for the third consecutive year. This time capturing 4 out of the 5 gold medals that were awarded. The ratings were based on a 100 point scale and any whisky achieving 90 points or more received a gold medal and declared exceptional.
Forty Creek Barrel Select
Amber colour. Delicate aromas of macadamia nougat and spun sugar with a silky, soft, fruity-yet-dry medium-body and a smooth, grain, wet stone and warming peppery spice finish. Nice gutsy flavour and balance; will shine as a sipper or in cocktails.
International Review of Spirits Award: GOLD MEDAL Rating: 90 points (Exceptional)
Forty Creek Double Barrel Reserve
Bright amber colour. Bold aromas of toffee, pickling spices, sandstone and sandalwood with a supple, dry-yet-fruity medium-full body and a raisin cake, roasted nut, and lush brown spice finish. Rich and layered.
International Review of Spirits Award: GOLD MEDAL Rating: 91 points (Exceptional)
Forty Creek Confederation Oak Reserve
Aromas of chocolate covered coconut macaroon, grainy cereal and angel food cake with a satiny, fruity-yet-dry medium-full body and a long rum barrel, pecan pie, mineral and spice finish. Excellent smoothness and elegance with an intriguing añejo rum like quality.
International Review of Spirits Award: GOLD MEDAL Rating: 93 points (Exceptional)
Forty Creek John’s Private Cask No. 1
Deep amber copper colour. Bright caramelized nut, roasted grain, malt-o-meal, and peppery spice aromas have a nice mature bourbon barrel quality with a supple, satiny dry-yet-fruity full body and a long layered, nut pie, cocoa, mossy stone, and spice finish. A contemplative sipper.
International Review of Spirits Award: GOLD MEDAL Rating: 92 points (Exceptional) |
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Canadian Whisky Awards 2011
Forty Creek John’s Private Cask No 1 takes home three prestigious awards at the Canadian Whisky Awards.
John's Private Cask No. 1 was a three-time winner, earning Whisky of the Year, Best New Whisky, and Connoisseur Whisky of the Year. In announcing the awards, Chairman of the Judges, Davin de Kergommeaux, dubbed it "a real spice monster."
John Hall, recipient of the three awards was delighted. "Forty Creek fans expect innovation and excitement. I try not to disappoint." |
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Image with caption: "Whisky Maker, John Hall, of Kittling Ridge Estate Wines and Spirits receives his award for Canadian Whisky of the Year from Chairman of the Judges, Davin de Kergommeaux. Hall won the awards for his Forty Creek John's Private Cask No.1.
Additional awards for Forty Creek include three Silver medals for Forty Creek Barrel Select, Forty Creek Double Barrel Reserve and Forty Creek Confederation Oak.
About the Canadian Whisky Awards
Each year the Canadian Whisky Awards recognize the very best Canadian whiskies and encourage distillers to maintain the highest standards for making whisky. To be eligible to compete, whiskies must be distilled and matured in Canada. An independent panel of whisky writers, bloggers, and journalists selects the winners after blind tasting each whisky. Operated on a not-for-profit basis, the Canadian Whisky Awards are fully independent of the Canadian whisky industry.
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November, 2011
Forty Creek Whisky featured on CH Morning Live!
Did you know that our region is not only known for its wines, but also for its whiskey. Spirits expert Sylvia Giardino is here with one of the local favorites - Forty Creek Whisky.
Click here to view the CHCH Forty Creek Whisky segment. |
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September 19, 2011
We are also pleased to announce that the second Lot of Confederation Oak:
Lot # 1867-B, will be released in early October. |
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June 7, 2011
FORTY CREEK WHISKY SIGNS PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT WITH CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC ARTIST – DAWSON REIGNS!
Forty Creek is pleased to announce their sponsorship of country music star Dawson Reigns. This sponsorship pairs a rising Canadian country artist with North America’s fastest growing Canadian whisky, bringing Canadian creativity and talent together.
At Forty Creek Whisky, they believe the same patience, passion and creativity that goes into making a quality whiskey is mirrored in a music performer’s creative process. John Hall, Forty Creek Whisky maker explains – “Whisky makers and music performers – we are both artists committed to our craft. Like Dawson, my greatest enjoyment and pride is seeing my product being enjoyed by fans. We are proud to support Dawson in his creative journey and we believe our Forty Creek fans will enjoy his talent.”
On signing this latest sponsorship this is what Dawson had to say – “I am so excited to have Forty Creek be a part of my music career. This is a top notch company with an owner that is dedicated to both his product and all the people who drink it. I was lucky enough to have met John Hall a couple of years ago and it left a lasting impression on me. I had hoped that one day we would be able to work together and that day has arrived! This is a great tasting product and I can’t wait to share it with all my fans. They’re gonna love it!”
For further information on Dawson Reigns please go to: www.dawsonreigns.com/
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The Forty Creek Gold Rush
On the heels of winning three gold medals at the International Review of Spirits in 2010 and gold at the International Whisky Competition and Connoisseur Whisky of the Year - Multiple Markets at the Canadian Whisky Awards, and Canadian Whisky of the Year from Malt Advocate 2010, Forty Creek has continued its quest for gold.
We’ve just won another 3 Gold Medals for 2011 at the International Review of Spirits in Chicago, Top 10 New Whiskies of the Year from Malt Advocate and most recently Double Gold Medal at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2011 for Forty Creek Confederation Oak. The Double Gold Medal is reserved for the whisky that received a unanimous vote for a Gold Medal by all the judges. This year there were 33 judges at the competition. This is the second time Forty Creek Whiskies have won Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition . The 2006 Double Gold Medal was won by Forty Creek Barrel Select.
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Canadian Whisky of the Year
February 19, 2011
Malt Advocate Magazine, during the unveiling of their 17th
annual whisky awards, announced today that Forty Creek
John K. Hall Confederation Oak Reserve has won the
Canadian Whisky of the Year Award.
John Hansell, editor of the Malt Advocate stated “ Forty Creek
Confederation Oak is perhaps the finest Canadian Whisky
I have ever tasted. It is an outstanding whisky achieving
classic status”. Hansell went on to say, “We love the whisky’s
creamy texture, along with its gentle sweetness and lovely fruit.
Both distinctive and very drinkable, it’s an outstanding effort!”
Indeed Forty Creek Confederation received the highest tasting
score ever for a Canadian Whisky.
John Hall, Forty Creek Whisky Maker stated “considering the
1000’s & 1000’s of whiskies that have been rated by the Malt
Advocate, to be ranked as one of the top highest scoring whiskies
in the world is wonderful and receiving the Championship of
Canadian Whisky, the Canadian Whisky of the Year Award, well,
its’ like winning a gold medal at the Olympics of Whisky.”
Both Hall & Forty Creek have been frequent visitors to the podium. In 2007 Malt Advocate awarded Mr. Hall their prestigious Pioneer of the Year Award, in 2008 Whisky Magazine in their Icons of Whisky Competition awarded Hall’s distillery with their
Distillery of the Year and Whisky Ambassador awards. Forty Creek has won countless gold and double gold tasting medals at many prestigious international tasting competitions.
When asked what does it take to make gold medal winning whiskies, Hall candidly states “There are 5 key ingredients, great grains, great stills, great barrels, patience and passion.”
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