TORONTO – July 30, 2025 - From the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, Alberta Distillers Ltd. introduces Alberta Premium Golden Rye 9 Year Old, a new whisky expression that captures the essence of golden hour in every sip. Crafted with 100 per cent Canadian rye grain and aged for nine years, this release continues the brand’s tradition of excellence, while showcasing the full character and complexity of a matured rye. Made using local Canadian ingredients combined with meticulous crafting, Alberta Premium Golden Rye 9 Year Old launches across Canada this July. 

At the core of Alberta Premium Golden Rye 9 Year Old is a thoughtful aging process that draws on three distinct barrel styles - new white oak, ex-bourbon, and ex-Canadian whisky casks. This layered maturation process reveals richness, spice, and nuance, allowing the rye grain to shine while evolving into an exceptionally smooth finish. Distilled and crafted with locally grown rye, this premium whisky reveals what time, terroir, and triple-barrel aging can truly offer.

With a bold 45 per cent ABV, Alberta Premium Golden Rye 9 Year Old delivers a dynamic profile where aromas of caramel, subtle leather, and a whisper of coconut lead into a palate rich with raisin and molasses. The finish is where this expression truly shines; sweet, yet laced with signature rye spice, it lingers with exceptional smoothness and layered warmth. This release is a tribute to the golden hues of the prairies, the precision of Canadian whisky-making, and the pursuit of a smoother, more refined rye experience. Proudly crafted from grain to glass in Canada, made with 100 per cent Canadian-grown rye, distilled and bottled on Canadian soil, Alberta Premium Golden Rye 9 Year Old is a celebration of homegrown excellence in every sip.

“Alberta Premium Golden Rye 9 Year Old, represents the essence of Canadian craftsmanship, elevating it with a complex, layered whisky experience,” says Deepti Gurkar, Senior Director – National Marketing Canada and Global Canadian Brands at Suntory Global Spirits. “This launch is a celebration of what makes Canadian rye whisky so exceptional - bold flavour, rich heritage, and our continued commitment to innovation. It's a whisky made for those who value authenticity and are looking to explore deeper dimensions of taste.”

Alberta Premium Golden Rye 9 Year Old will be available across Canada beginning in July, at a suggested retail price of $37.95 per 750ml bottle. A testament to the mastery of Canadian whisky-making and the enduring appeal of 100 per cent rye, the new release invites both seasoned enthusiasts and new explorers to savour a whisky that balances flavour with remarkable finesse. 

Tasting Notes:

Aroma: Caramel, hints of leather and top note of coconut

Taste: Raisin and molasses

Finish: Sweet yet spicy

Media requests can be directed to: 

Kim Banjac, PRAXIS

kim@praxispr.ca, 416-528-0414

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ABOUT ALBERTA DISTILLERS LIMITEDCalgary-based Alberta Distillers Ltd. is one of the few remaining 100 per cent Canadian rye whisky producers in North America. They have produced quality whisky for more than 50 years. The Alberta Premium brand has a strong focus on heritage and western rural values and has won numerous prestigious awards for its excellent quality.  ABOUT SUNTORY GLOBAL SPIRITS As a world leader in premium spirits, Suntory Global Spirits inspires the brilliance of life by delivering great consumer experiences through its world-class portfolio of brands.  Known for its craftsmanship of premium whiskies, including Jim Beam®, Maker’s Mark®, Basil Hayden® and Knob Creek® bourbons; Japanese whiskies, including Yamazaki®, Hakushu®, Hibiki® and Toki™; and leading Scotch brands including Teacher’s, Laphroaig® and Bowmore®, Suntory Global Spirits also produces leading brands such as Tres Generaciones®, El Tesoro® and Hornitos® tequila, Roku™ and Sipsmith® gin, Canadian Club® whisky, and is a world leader in ready-to-drink cocktails, with brands like -196 and On The Rocks™ Premium Cocktails.   A global company with approximately 6,000 employees in more than 30 countries, one of Suntory Global Spirits’ core values is Growing for Good and through its Proof Positive sustainability strategy, the company has committed to ambitious goals and investments to promote environmental sustainability in its operations, ensure the company has a positive impact on the communities where employees live and work, and programs to educate and inform consumers to make the right personal choices about drinking. Headquartered in New York City, Suntory Global Spirits is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan. For more information on Suntory Global Spirits, its brands, and its commitment to social responsibility, please visit www.suntoryglobalspirits.com and www.drinksmart.com. 

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