Where can you Go for a Single Malt Scotch in Calgary?

Looking for a place to experience some great tasting single malt scotch in Calgary? These locations offer single malt scotch and their expertise in the field. Check out one of these bars or stores for single malt scotch tastings.

Willow Park Wine & Spirits

Open every day, Willow Park Wine & Spirits is an excellent choice for single malt scotch. Chelsey Coulson, the event coordinator for Willow Park, can arrange two-hour tasting parties for you including cheese and baguettes. She works directly with buyer David Michiels who discusses with your group the history, aroma, and taste of each single malt scotch options.

Kensington Wine Market

Canada's largest collection of single malts in the whole country is at Kensington Wine Market. Ran by Andrew Ferguson, Calgary's Scotch Guy, his expertise is known throughout Canada. They will be hosting events this September for Scotch tastings.

Buchanans Chop House and Whisky Bar

Buchanan's has one of the largest selections of scotch in the country, at over 200 single malt Scotch whiskies. Not even whisky connoisseur Don Tse, who previously had the Guinness world record for largest Scotch selection, has as many options as Buchanan's. Head out on Whisky Wednesdays for flights of three one-ounce shots in their cozy wooden bar.

Proof Cocktail Bar

With a wide range of spirits including single malt scotch, Proof Cocktail Bar is a great place to go for an after dinner drink. It is described with an upscale decor, but the drinks are reasonably priced and the atmosphere is chill. It is an excellent spot to take a date and enjoy some creative cocktails. There are floor to ceiling spirits, all organized carefully by type and distillery. For those interested in taste testing different single malt scotch, Proof Cocktail Bar has the variety.

Vine Arts Wine & Spirits

For a great place to sample single malt scotch, try Vine Arts Wine & Spirits. Tour de Scotch is coming in November headed by Jesse Willis, who will discuss distilleries of Scotland, and you can sample various whiskies with appetizers from the Taste restaurant.

Whether you want to attend the single malt scotch tasting events or stop in for a sample, these locations in Calgary will have the best selection and flavours.