Black Velvet® Blended Canadian Whisky. Imported. ESTD 1951. Blended at birth, distilled, and aged three years in oak. Under the supervision of the Canadian government. 40% Alc. by vol. (80 proof). 750 ml. Aged 3 years. After perfecting his recipe and maturing the distinct blend in oak barrels, Master Distiller Jack Napier drew a glass. Reveling in the taste, he pronounced it "Black Velvet," epitomizing this smoothest of blended Canadian whiskies. Recycle bottles. blackvelvetwhisky.com.