Basil Hayden’s 10 Year Old Bourbon
40% ABV
$60
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We would like to thank Beam Suntory and Multiply for sending us a sample to review.
What the Distiller Says
Basil Hayden’s® is excited to release Basil Hayden’s® 10 Year Old Bourbon, a special, extra-aged limited offering just in time for the holiday season. Debuting on shelves in December 2018, Basil Hayden’s 10 Year Old Bourbon will return in limited quantities each holiday season.
Basil Hayden’s 10 Year Old Bourbon features the same high-rye bourbon recipe that Basil Hayden’s fans know and love, amplified by aging the bourbon in American Oak barrels longer to offer an added layer of complexity to an already distinctive flavor profile. Basil Hayden’s trademark spice shines through as the perfect complement to the caramel sweetness and wood flavors, making the whiskey a memorable one for fans and newcomers alike. Basil Hayden’s 10 Year Old Bourbon continues to embody the spirit of the
brand while remaining approachable at 80 proof.
TASTING NOTES
Playing on the same great flavors that Basil Hayden’s Bourbon fans know and love, this limited-edition release offers the following characteristics:
Proof: 80
Color: Golden Amber
Aroma: Big oak, hints of char, vanilla and rye
Taste: Oak balanced by caramel sweetness and rye spice
Finish: Lightly smoky with a subtle hint of char
Sipping Suggestions: Best enjoyed sipped neat or on the rocks
What Gary Says
Nose: Rich, chocolate orange, oak, vanilla w/ anise and a hint of clove.
Palate: Soft and creamy mouthfeel, sweet with vanilla, citrus spice, salted caramel and a note of mint.
Finish: Moderately long, damp with trailing citrus notes and oak.
Comments: In a world where lately the big limited editions are high proof, Basil Hayden stays true to its brand with an 80 proof pour that delivers a lot of flavor – while maintaining the subtle/nuance that the brand is known for. Basil Hayden was 8 year age stated originally, having lost that a few years back – but this shows how lovely the whiskey can be with a few extra years in the barrel. It is Basil Hayden with the volume turned up (not ‘cranked up, break the knob off’, but definitely a step or two up). The citrus notes (very ‘rye-like’, which isn’t a surprise given the high-rye mashbill) are familiar, but the chocolate was a nice touch that I don’t usually get with Basil Hayden. I can’t find anything here which would leave fans of Basil Hayden disappointed, and a fair amount that I think they’re really enjoy.