Signal Hill Founder’s Select Overproof is rich and candied blended Canadian whisky, crafted from a distinctive blend of corn and malted barley. Bottled at 56.3% ABV, this overproof whisky highlights the natural sweetness of its grains, delivering a robust yet balanced profile. The corn lends a smooth, creamy sweetness, while the malted barley adds layers of depth and complexity.
Review: Flavor Camp
Photo: Reece Sims
Flavor Camps
Overall Rating
Total Score: 40/50
Aroma: 7.5/9
Taste: 7.5/9
Finish: 4/5
Distinctiveness: 3/5
Overall Drinkability/Balance: 7.5/9
Value for Price: 7/8
Appearance: 3.5/5
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Burnt Caramel
- Aroma: Rich caramel, pecan pie, molasses, graham crackers, corn syrup, nutmeg and cinnamon.
- Taste & Mouthfeel: Butterscotch, candied, caramel, pecans, pencil shavings, buttery, vanilla, almond croissant.
- Finish: Sweet and mouth watering.
- Distinctiveness: This expression is quite a big departure from their original!
- Overall Drinkability & Balance: Very 'crushable' for a high-proof whisky. This would be a fantastic base in cocktails to bring them a little extra oomph but not overpower the other ingredients.
Product Details
- Distiller: Signal Hill
- Type: Blended Canadian Whisky
- Age: No Age Statement
- Still Type: Pot & Column
- Cask Type(s): Canadian Whisky, New White Oak & First Fill Ex-Bourbon
- Origin: St. John's, Newfoundland
- Composition: Corn & Malted Barley
- ABV: 56.3%
- # of Distillations: 2
- Price: $60-ish (2024) Limited Release
Comments / Notes:
Three things to remember:
Crafted in Canada: Signal Hill Whisky is proudly Canadian, blending traditional techniques with innovative approaches to create smooth, flavour-forward whiskies.
Unique Double Barrel Aging: Signal Hill uses a combination of new oak and first-fill bourbon barrels in their aging process, enhancing the whisky’s complexity and imparting a rich flavour profile.
Non-Chill Filtered: Their whiskies are non-chill filtered, preserving the natural flavours, oils, and character of the spirit for a richer drinking experience.
- Crushable / Daily Drinker
- Cocktail Worthy
- Special Occasion Sipper Only
- Weird & Wonderful
- Skip It
Food Pairing Recommendations: butter tarts, chocolate cake, popcorn
Cocktail Recommendations: Old Fashioned, Manhattan
