Basil Hayden's
Elegant high-rye bourbon with a remarkably smooth finish
An exceptionally smooth and approachable Kentucky bourbon, renowned for its high-rye mash bill and gentle character. It offers an elegant, light-bodied profile that serves as the perfect entry point for those new to whiskey while remaining a sophisticated favorite for seasoned enthusiasts.
Pairs with
Glazed pork tenderloin or artisanal bacon
Maple-roasted butternut squash with pecans
Mild white cheddar or young Gouda
Origin & serving
Kentucky, USA
Rocks glass
Room temperature (64-70F)
In 1992, legendary Master Distiller Booker Noe introduced Basil Hayden's as part of the Jim Beam Small Batch Collection, paying homage to the historic 1796 high-rye recipe. Booker sought to create a lighter, more approachable bourbon that highlighted the elegant spice of rye without the traditional heavy wood burn.
Crafted at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky, this bourbon utilizes a unique high-rye recipe inspired by master distiller Meredith Basil Hayden Sr. back in 1796. The expression is artfully blended and bottled at a delicate 80 proof to preserve its remarkably smooth and spicy character.
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