Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, 70 cl

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My preference is to have this neat with a single cube of ice as I found that with a mixer it lost the subtleties of the flavour. His grandson Raymond also created the Old Grand dad brand in his honour, both brands are now under the Jim Beam group and this is more of a Rye grain led Straight Bourbon and bottled at a level entry 80 proof. The company says it uses a mash identical to Knob Creek, [2] which is similar to that originally utilized by Hayden in 1792.

However, I persevered and after a while more I found it to have a bit more depth than the initial taste which was good. From pioneering small batch whiskeys to making the whiskey that started them all in 1795, the James B. Hayden's family can be traced back to England ( Norfolk) to the period shortly after the Norman Conquest. It is maintained by Makers Mark that they distil their bourbon to the lowest proof of any American whiskey distille.He loved what it could mean and what it could be, so he created Basil Hayden to showcase everything great about bourbon, while remaining inviting and approachable.

His recipe was a masterpiece, resulting in a unique, singular small batch bourbon whiskey that was blessed. These cookies are needed for essential functions such as signing in, storing products in your trolley and making payments. The bottle was well presented and the added embossed metal collar gives it that extra touch of class.

It is incredibly easy going and would be a good introduction to the delights of the other Jim Beam range and a prelude . Basil Hayden's Bourbon dates back to 1796, when master distiller Basil Hayden used a traditional corn base, but mixed in small grains with the mash. Basil Hayden is a light, inviting Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey created in 1992 by 6th-Generation Jim Beam Master Distiller, Frederick “Booker” Noe. Light oak and vanilla are prominent, with a slight hint of peanuts and bananas foster in the background when you inhale a little deeper.

A classy Bourbon, Bourbon Trace is from the eponymous distillery that has been responsible for some truly outstanding products in recent years. s high-rye mash bill ingenuity, as well as to Booker Noe, a true innovator who sought to welcome new drinkers into whiskey. Yes, I would like to receive communications about news, products, events, and promotions from Basil Hayden and the James B. Created by Basil Hayden in 1796 – when George Washington occupied the White House – Basil Hayden’s Bourbon is a smooth and spicy 80-proof bourbon that simply deserves your attention.This high rye content bourbon from Kentucky is really spicy but balanced beautifully with herbs and a little peppermint as well as a whisper of fruit. Created in 1796 by Basil Hayden, who went against the grain (no pun intended) by adding in rye into the traditional corn-based mashbill. Food critic Morgan Murphy said "The rye-heavy whiskey is aged 8 years and carries a buttery flavor and smooth, tannic finish. Marked by a rich cascade of aromas and flavours, Basil Hayden's is still a small batch bourbon, but with broader appeal.

The brand expression was originally labeled as "Aged 8 Years", but in 2014, the age statement was replaced by "Artfully Aged", indicating that the brand no longer carries an age guarantee.Artfully aged in Kentucky hillside rack-houses then bottled at a smooth 40% ABV, Basil Hayden’s sophisticated taste remains true to the old family recipe. Planned as an annual release this 10 Year Old Bourbon features the same high-rye bourbon recipe that Basil Hayden’s fans know and love, but the whiskey is aged in barrels . He chose to distill his bourbon with a higher percentage of rye, and Booker set out to create a similar high-rye mash bill that would offer the same refined, approachable taste profile.