Where rare bottles, good stories & great company meet. Join us in discovering the uncommon.
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Founded in Halifax, Nova Scotia, we celebrate quality spirits through exceptional, curated tastings that bring together appreciation, education, & thoughtful explorations of craftsmanship, history, & culture.
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986
Drams poured
604
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We dram a bit... differently
Our gatherings are shaped as much by ideas as by technique. How a whisky is made matters—but it is only one part of the story. Presentations draw on literature, cinema, science, geography, advertising, or social history—using whisky as both subject and lens. The technical details are there, but always in service of a broader idea.
Program
Burns Night with
IPAC NS
Mon, Feb 2 2026 • 6pm
The Port by NSLC
Whisky & literature: Homer's Odyssey
Thu, Feb 26 2026
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Uncut & Unfiltered: Independent Bottlers
Thu, Mar 26 2026
Citadel Hill Nat'l Historic Site
Selling the dram:
Whisky in Advertising
Thu, Apr 30 2026 • 6:15pm
For Peat's Sake:
Ardbeggeddon 2026
Thu, May 28 2026 • 6:15pm
The science of flavour:
A chemistry deep dive
Thu, Jun 25 2026 • 6:15pm
The Bower
Whiskies of the world
Thu, Sep 24 2026 • 6:15pm
Whisky in Cinema 2.0
Thu, Oct 29 2026 • 6:15pm
Rare birds: A field guide to feathered labels
Thu, Nov 26 2026 • 6:15pm
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Past events & presentations
The Emerald Isle
2025.12.04 - Presentation
Whisky in Cinema
2025.10.23 - Download presentation
Grain to glass
2025.09.25 | Download presentation
Whiskies of the world 2025.06.26 | Download presentation
Ardbeggeddon
2025.05.29
Campbeltown revival
2025.04.24 | Download presentation
Glenmorangie x Stillwell
2025.04.11
The Whisky Regions
2025.03.27 | Download presentation
Bruichladdich deep dive
2025.02.27 | Download presentation
Club library
(liquid assets)
Whisky alc Wbase Opened ml left
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Amrut Fusion 50.0% 84.0 June 26 400
Annandale Man O'Words 46.0% 81.7 Feb 26 700
Ardbeg & Craigellachie DL DB 46.0% 85.9 N/A 700
Ardbeg 10 46.0% 86.1 N/A 750
Ardbeg Heavy Vapours 2023 46.0% 84.2 N/A 700
Ardbeg Uigeadail 54.2% 88.7 N/A 750
Auchentoshan 12 40.0% 78.2 Mar 27 375
Balmenach 14 Spirit of Scotland 61.5% N/A N/A 700
Baller American Single Malt 47.0% 80.6 June 26 300
Benriach 12 46.0% 83.5 N/A 700
Benromach Peat Smoke 2014 46.0% 86.6 N/A 700
Bunnahabhain Cruach-Mhòna 50.0% 84.7 N/A 1000
Canadian Club 40.0% 66.3 October 23 350
Compass Box Spice Tree 46.0% 85.0 N/A 700
CRN57° 12 Blended Malt 43.0% 84.0 N/A 700
Dailuaine 2002 G&M CC 46.0% 86.0 N/A 700
Dailuaine 2008 13 G&M 46.0% 85.0 N/A 700
Deanston 12 46.3% 84.2 Mar 27 425
Edradour 2013 46.0% 86.5 September 25 320
Famous Grouse 18 43.0% 83.0 N/A 700
G&M Mortlach 15 46.0% 86.4 N/A 700
Garryana Westland ASM 50.0% 86.1 September 25 400
Glenglassaugh Sandend 50.5% 84.5 N/A 700
Glentauchers 1998 G&M CS 59.0% 87.0 N/A 700
Glenmorangie 12 40.0% 84.2 N/A 750
Glenmorangie 12 LaSanta 43.0% 83.3 N/A 750
Glenmorangie 14 Quinta Ruban 46.0% 83.1 Feb 26 750
Glen Scotia Double Cask 46.0% 83.4 April 24 375
Inverleven 1990 G&M 44.5% 88.0 N/A 700
Jack Daniel’s Old No.7 40.0% 66.8 October 23 350
Johnnie Walker Black 12 40.0% 75.8 October 23 350
Kilchoman Sanaig 46.0% 85.1 September 25 320
Lagavulin 8 200th 48.0% 86.0 N/A 700
Laphroaig 10 CS #015 56.5% 88.0 N/A 700
LeDaig 10 46.3% 83.6 N/A 700
Linkwood 1995 CC 17 48.0% 86.0 N/A 700
Longrow Peated 46.0% 84.5 April 24 375
Machrie Moor CS 58.0% 85.9 N/A 700
Meikle Toir Sherry 48.0% 84.6 N/A 700
Miltonduff 10 G&M 43.0% 82.0 N/A 700
Omar Single Malt 46.0% 81.3 June 26 375
Penderyn Sherrywood 46.0% 79.4 June 26 350
Poit Dhubh 12 43.0% 84.0 N/A 700
Port Charlotte 10 50.0% 86.4 Feb 27 425
Redbreast Lustau 46.0% 86.0 N/A 700
Springbank 10 46.0% 86.9 September 25 320
Strathisla 12 1990s 40.0% 85.0 N/A 700
Suntory Hibiki 43.0% 83.0 October 23 350
Talisker 10 45.8% 84.1 Mar 27 425
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Total 30,085
Inventory & volume
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Bottles on hand 51
Total volume 29.6 L
Approx. drams (25 ml) 1,185
Estimated collection value $4,253
Club ratings (internal)
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Mean score 67.0
Median score 68.0
Standard deviation 12.3
Highest club rating 85.0 (Springbank 10)
Lowest club rating 23.1 (Canadian Club)
Whiskybase (Wbase)
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Average Wbase score 83.6
Highest Wbase score Ardbeg Uigeadail
Philosophy & membership
Philosophy & membership
Our approach
The Commons exists to do three things well: (a) Host exceptional tastings; (b) Pool resources to access hard-to-find bottles; and (c) foster fellowship through shared discovery and good humour.
We meet monthly, and host a growing library of bottles. Presentations draw from literature, cinema, science, geography, culture, or social history—using whisky as both subject and lens. Technical detail is present, but always in service of a broader idea.
Each gathering is an opportunity to learn about whisky and to leave more informed.
Membership
Members participate in the majority of gatherings and contribute actively to discussion; provide input into thematic planning and present at least once annually.
Regular tastings are held on the last Thursday of the month, from 7:00 pm to approximately 9:30 pm.
Benefits
Members-only access to events & experiences
Curated programming & masterclasses
Early registration window for tastings
Tastefully selected food pairings with each dram
Invitations to exclusive brand ambassador events
Access to a private library of hard-to-source drams
A special dram on your birthday
Bottle alerts & travel finds
Camaraderie, conversation, and good cheer
New members are considered based on enthusiasm for whisky, a base level of knowledge, alignment with the club’s values, and potential for contribution to future gatherings.
Prospective members are expected to attend at least three gatherings as a guest before becoming eligible for membership.
Membership is currently full, but new spots open each year. To join the waitlist, email commonswhisky@gmail.com
Founded in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and inspired by its beloved Common (singular, technically — though we prefer the local lingo, “the Commons”). The name also nods to the storied history of Parliamentary Scotch — reflected in our gold and green colours — and, most of all, to whisky’s roots as the drink of ordinary people. We celebrate quality spirits through exceptional, curated tastings that bring together appreciation, education, and thoughtful exploration of craftsmanship, history, and culture.
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