Basil Hayden's Kentucky Bourbon
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey The eponymous Basil Hayden's Bourbon dates back to 1796, when Master Distiller Basil Hayden Sr. created a recipe unlike any other. He used a traditional corn base, but mixed in small grains in his mash to capture the spicy flavor of rye and complement the sweet smoothness of corn. More than 200 years later, Basil Hayden's is a singular bourbon that bridges the flavor of rye whiskies and small batch bourbons together. Basil Hayden's is unequalled in that it utilizes twice as much rye in it as the other bourbons in the Collection. Enriched by a hint of peppermint, it impresses with notes of pepper balanced by slight citrus overtones, and a spicy, warming finish. Aged eight years at a relatively mild 80 proof, Basil Hayden's has a broad appeal and is equally enjoyable alone or in cocktails such as a Juicy Basil and Basil Bubbly. "The group liked its clean, dry and most decidedly delicate palate. Elegant and soft."
"Double Gold Medal." — 2011 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
"Very Good/Excellent. A light and fresh whiskey with rye intensity and subtle sweetness awaits you. Basil Hayden’s refreshingly crisp quality lends itself well to warm weather sipping – it immediately reminded me of summer." — Sour Mash Manifesto
TASTING NOTES
AROMA
Charred oak and sweet notes of vanilla & caramel with hints of dried fruit
TASTE
Charred oak flavor that is complemented with sweet brown sugar, a touch of black pepper, and dried fruit to round it out
FINISH
A pleasant, lingering charred oak finish with a touch of dried fruit
COLOR
Golden brown
