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Bourbon · Kentucky, USA

Basil Hayden's

Light-bodied, high-rye. The thinking person's bourbon.

ABV40%
AgeNAS
Price$45–55
Rating4 ★

Distillery

Jim Beam Distillery

Tasting notes

Nose
Light caramel with herbs, citrus, and rye spice
Palate
Lighter-bodied with pepper, herbs, and a soft caramel undertone
Finish
Crisp, with lingering rye and citrus

Flavor profile

rye spicepepperherbslight caramelcitrus

How to drink it

  • neat
  • rocks
  • highball

Food pairings

  • sushi
  • ceviche
  • fresh oysters
  • light salads

Price tier

Special-occasion shelf. $50–100. Reach for celebrations.

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