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De Kergommeaux is a long-time whisky enthusiast and author of Canadian Whisky: The New Portable Expert. He founded the annual awards ceremony to celebrate Canadian whisky, which he says is some of the best in the world.

Whisky tastes different every year says Davin, based on the conditions of the crops that produce grain.

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Enjoyed some lovely spirits at a kick off tasting before starts this weekend. Of course the $300 41-year Canadian Club was my fav, but the Saanichton Ancient Grains was a close second!

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The awards presentation kicked off the 14th annual Victoria Whisky Festival running from Jan. 17-20 at Hotel Grand Pacific. Whisky-lovers experienced alchohol from around the world, enjoying tastings of whisky delicacies, new wave malts and old classics.