Crown Royal Canadian Whiskey XO
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Crown Royal XO is a premium blended Canadian whisky finished in Cognac casks — the expression that sits near the top of the Crown Royal range and represents the house's most ambitious finishing experiment. Blended in Gimli, Manitoba, from a selection of 50 whiskies drawn from Crown Royal's renowned reserve, XO layers the brand's signature smooth Canadian whisky base with the richer, fruitier character that French Cognac wood imparts during finishing.
The Cognac-cask influence reads clearly in the glass. On the nose, expect vanilla, dried apricot, light oak, and a soft floral lift from the French oak. The palate delivers honey, baked apple, candied orange peel, and a layer of soft Cognac-derived fruit that carries into a long, warm, mellow finish. It is silkier and more dessert-like than standard Deluxe, with noticeably more complexity — a true sipping whisky rather than a mixing pour. Served neat or over a single cube, it sits comfortably alongside a premium Cognac or long-aged Scotch.
Crown Royal has blended Canadian whisky since 1939, and XO reflects decades of blending expertise directed at a single, deliberately luxury-leaning finish. A natural next step up if you already pour Crown Royal Deluxe or Reserve. Pair with our full Crown Royal range, Cognac VSOP, and Glencairn glassware. Ships to most US states. Adult-signature required at delivery.
How to enjoy: Best enjoyed neat
- Size: 750 mL
- Strength: 80 Proof
- Country: Canada
- Award: Crown Royal XO Blended Canadian Whisky was awarded a Gold Medal in 2021 at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition
- Meticulously blended with 50 distinct and rich whiskies
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Bottle details
| Type | Canadian Whiskey |
|---|---|
| Brand | Crown Royal |
| Producer | Crown Royal Distillery |
| Origin | Manitoba, Canada |
| Age | No age statement |
| Strength | 40% ABV (80 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Cask | cognac |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is a blended Canadian whisky from Crown Royal, assembled in Gimli, Manitoba, from 50 distinct whiskies and then finished in Cognac casks. That finish is the whole story: the familiar smooth Crown Royal base picks up vanilla, dried apricot, honey, baked apple and candied orange peel, with light oak and gentle baking spice keeping it from tipping into pure sweetness. It is silkier and more dessert-like than standard Deluxe, which makes it a natural next step for anyone who already pours Deluxe or Reserve and wants something to sip slowly rather than mix. Cognac drinkers curious about whisky will find plenty of common ground here, too. At 80 proof it stays approachable neat or over a single cube, and it earned a Gold Medal at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. We carry it because it shows what careful cask finishing can do to a well-known house style, and because it gives a familiar name a genuinely different, more contemplative personality on the shelf.
Pairs well with
- Premium cigar after dinner — The whisky's smooth, layered vanilla and dried-fruit character makes a natural counterpoint to the rich flavors of a fine cigar.
- Warm apple tart — Baked apple and honey notes on the palate mirror the caramelized fruit and pastry of the dessert.
- Dried apricot and nut board — Dried apricot and soft oak in the whisky line up neatly with chewy dried fruit and toasted nuts.
Questions about this bottle
How is Crown Royal XO different from Crown Royal Deluxe?
How is Crown Royal XO different from Crown Royal Deluxe?
XO is finished in Cognac casks, which adds richer, fruitier character to the Crown Royal base. It is silkier, more dessert-like and noticeably more complex than standard Deluxe, and it is positioned as a sipping whisky rather than a mixing pour.
What does Crown Royal XO taste like?
What does Crown Royal XO taste like?
The nose shows vanilla, dried apricot, light oak and a soft floral lift. On the palate expect honey, baked apple, candied orange peel and soft Cognac-derived fruit with gentle spice, leading into a long, warm, mellow finish.
What is the proof and bottle size?
What is the proof and bottle size?
This bottling is 80 proof, or 40% ABV, and comes in a 750 mL bottle. It carries no age statement; instead it is blended from 50 distinct whiskies and finished in Cognac casks.
Can I use Crown Royal XO in cocktails?
Can I use Crown Royal XO in cocktails?
It shines neat or on the rocks, but it also works in spirit-forward drinks. Try it in a Sidecar with orange liqueur and lemon juice to echo its Cognac finish, or in a classic Old Fashioned with sugar, bitters, an orange peel and a cherry.
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