Both are value-tier blended Scotches with noticeable peat influence — White Horse draws its malt character from Lagavulin

Old Smuggler positions as an entry-level blended Scotch

and the double-aged marrying process gives it a level of smoothness that punches above many competitors at the same tier

The result is that Dewar's 18 tends toward darker chocolate and toffee notes

8% or lower for Officer's Choice variants) and generally emphasizes a smoother

Crown Royal 750ML scotch-whisky Both are value-tier blended ScotchesCrown Royal 750ML is a blended Canadian whisky bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in the brand's signature purple bagged 750ml bottle. Originally created in 1939 to honor the royal visit of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth to Canada, this flagship expression remains one of the most recognized Canadian whiskies worldwide, built from a marriage of 50 distinct full bodied whiskies. Quick Facts: ABV: 40% Origin: Manitoba, Canada Style: Blended Canadian