Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon 70cl Whisky
Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon
The small batch Kentucky straight bourbon honours the legacy of Meredith Basil Hayden, Sr., who back in the 1790s was known to use more rye in his mashbill than other distillers. (He's also the chap that Old Grand-Dad bourbon is named after.) Crafted by the great Booker Noe in 1992, Basil Hayden bourbon utilises a similar mashbill as its namesake would have used, with high rye but a lighter take on the style.
Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt
Nose
Cracked black pepper, rye, and oaky spice. Hints of green pepper, lemon peels, and creamy, zesty lemon curd.
Palate
Rice Krispies, toasted cereal progressing to popcorn with gentle marshmallow, custard cream sweetness.
Finish
Toasty popcorn with lashings of butter!
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