Seagrams VO Blended Canadian Whisky 70 cl 40%

A wedding gift for a son grew into one of Canada's best-selling whisky brands.

Expert description

Seagram's V.O. Blended Canadian Whisky is a Canadian blended whisky, bottled at 40%. Seagram's was founded in 1857 in Waterloo, Ontario, and Joseph E. Seagram became sole owner in 1883. V.O. was originally made in limited quantity in 1913, when Joseph's son Thomas asked the distillery's blender, William Hortop, to prepare a special whisky for his own wedding to Dorothy Pearson. Joseph was so taken with the result that he insisted on putting the blend on general sale — it went on to become one of the company's biggest successes. The letters V.O. are said, by family tradition, to stand for 'Very Own', though others claim 'Very Old'.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers grain, caramel and a hint of rye.

Palate

The palate is soft with vanilla, honey and light spice.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, soft and round.

Specifications

Name: Seagrams VO Blended Canadisk Whisky
Bottler: Seagram's
Region/Country: Ontario, Canada
Type: Blended Canadian Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Soft · Grainy · Sweet · Round

Did you know?

The meaning of the abbreviation V.O. was never officially written down — family tradition says 'Very Own', but no one knows for certain today.

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Frequently asked questions about Seagrams VO Blended Canadisk Whisky

What does the abbreviation V.O. stand for?

It's not known for certain. Family tradition points to 'Very Own', while other sources suggest 'Very Old' — the meaning was never officially recorded.

Why was V.O. originally made?

It was blended in 1913 as a personal wedding whisky for Thomas Seagram, son of founder Joseph E. Seagram, and was later put on general sale after great enthusiasm within the family.

How is Seagrams VO Blended Canadisk Whisky best served?

Neat, on the rocks, or in classic cocktails like a Whisky Sour.

How should Seagrams VO Blended Canadian Whisky 70 cl 40% be stored?

Standing upright, cool and dark, like any other spirits bottle. Once opened, the contents keep best if enjoyed within a year or so.

Is Seagrams VO Blended Canadian Whisky 70 cl 40% a good gift idea?

Yes, Seagrams VO Blended Canadian Whisky 70 cl 40% is a natural choice for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship and characterful flavour experiences — especially for the whisky enthusiast keen to explore beyond the most familiar names.

How would you sum up the flavour profile of Seagrams VO Blended Canadian Whisky 70 cl 40%?

In short: Soft · Grainy · Sweet · Round.