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Signal Hill Founder’s Select OP

January 13, 2025

Blended Whisky Canadian Whisky Spirits Whisk(e)y
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TL;DR: Signal Hill Founder’s OP is a bold, cask-strength Canadian whisky that showcases rich caramel, spice, and oak-driven depth. Bottled at full proof, it delivers an intense yet smooth sipping experience, crafted for those who appreciate whisky in its purest form.

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. 

Flavor Camp Taste Profile

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
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