Canadian Club Chronicles Series Issue No. 5 'The Icon' 45 Year Old Canadian Whisky
Canadian Club Chronicles Series Issue No. 5 'The Icon' 45 Year Old Canadian Whisky is a 50% ABV (100 proof) Canadian whisky in a 750mL bottle — the fifth and final expression in the Chronicles Series, honoring the brand's 160+ years of history. All-corn whisky batched and barreled in 1977 by Jack Farrell in once-used rye barrels, it was bottled 45 years later with tasting notes of warm pear, baking spices, and toffee. It is in stock and available to order online now at Del Mesa Liquor.
- Proof / ABV: 50% ABV / 100 proof
- Size: 750mL
- Aging: 45 years in once-used rye barrels (filled 1977)
- Origin: Windsor, Ontario, Canada
- Production: all-corn whisky; Chronicles Series Issue No. 5, the final release; SRP ~$500
The Final Chapter of the Chronicles
The Chronicles Series began in 2018 with 'Water of Windsor' at 41 years old, and each annual issue moved deeper into Canadian Club's Prohibition-era lore — 'The Dock Man,' 'The Speakeasy,' 'The Whisky Sixes' — before arriving here. 'The Icon' is named for the brand's screen legacy: Canadian Club has been featured in film and television from the 1960s to today, including Mad Men and Boardwalk Empire. Compare with other Canadian whisky, or explore the full Canadian Club lineup at Del Mesa Liquor.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Warm pear, baking spices, and toffee with a hint of leather.
Palate: Espresso crema balanced with wine, poached pear, and the nutty sweetness of praline.
Finish: Well-rounded, smooth, and lingering.
How to Enjoy
Neat only — a 45-year-old 100-proof pour of this rarity deserves nothing between it and the glass. Water is optional; the whisky Advocate-described depth needs no dilution. This is a collector's bottle first.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Chronicles Series?
A five-release premium series (2018–2022) celebrating Canadian Club's history, each a limited vintage-dated whisky — 'The Icon' is the final 45-year-old issue.
What is the ABV?
50% ABV (100 proof).
How old is the whisky?
45 years — batched and barreled in 1977, released in 2022.
Is it a limited release?
Yes — the fifth and final Chronicles expression, priced around $500 at release.
Own the final chapter — buy Canadian Club Chronicles No. 5 'The Icon' online today from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA, while bottles remain.