Basil Hayden's Bourbon Whiskey 750ml

Meredith Basil Hayden, Sr High-eyes mash bill inventiveness, as well as Booker Noe, a brilliant pioneer who aspired to attract new whiskey fans, are honored in Basil Hayden's bourbon. It has a charred oak flavor with sweet brown sugar, a dash of black pepper, and dried fruit to balance it out. After that, there will be an excellent, lingering charred wood finish with a hint of dried fruit.

Basil Hayden's Bourbon - Once Upon a time in Kentucky

Basil Hayden's bourbon, created by Booker Noe in 1992 as part of the Small Batch series, introduced a more nuanced side of bourbon than its competitors.

Meredith Basil Hayden, Sr., a rye farmer from Maryland who relocated to Kentucky and started distilling in 1792, influenced this kind of bourbon. Booker wanted to design a similar high-rye mash bill that would deliver the identical refined, welcoming taste profile as his bourbon, which he selected to distill with a higher percentage of rye.

Today, this bourbon celebrates Meredith Basil Hayden, Sr High-eyes mash bill creativity, as well as Booker Noe, a remarkable pioneer who wished to attract new whiskey enthusiasts.

Basil Hayden Whiskey - Crafted Generously

Nothing beats the first sip of Basil Hayden bourbon or any subsequent sip, for that matter. You'll be enchanted by the fragrance of charred oak, sweet vanilla and caramel notes, and undertones of dried fruit. It has a charred oak flavor balanced by sweet brown sugar, a hint of black pepper, and dried fruit. A lovely, lingering charred oak finish with a touch of dried fruit will follow. The bourbon's age isn't specified, but it's thought to be between 6 and 8 years old. The mash bill comprises 63 percent corn, 27% rye, and 10% malted barley. Old Grand-Dad 114 proof employs this bourbon's same high rye mash bill.

Basil Hayden Whiskey - Ideal For Cocktail

The lightness and adaptability of Basil Hayden are the ideal accompaniment to a fantastic night. This bourbon has been expertly aged peppery and creamy, rich and sweet.

Boulevardier: In a mixing glass with ice, stir the Whiskey, Aperol Aperitif, and Dolin Rouge Sweet Vermouth until the mixture is cool. Strain the liquor and serve with a giant ice cube into a glass. 

Golden hour: In a mixing glass, combine whiskey, Lillet Blanc, and Aperol Aperitif over ice. Stir everything together thoroughly. Over a large ice cube, strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Serve with a grapefruit peel garnish.

Manhattan: In a mixing glass, combine whiskey, sweet vermouth, and aromatic bitters over ice. Stir everything together thoroughly. Into a chilled cocktail glass, strain and serve neat or on the rocks. Serve with a cherry on top.

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