Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Description

Aroma

Charred Oak: This is a common aroma in bourbon, indicating the whiskey’s time spent aging in charred oak barrels. It can lend notes of vanilla, caramel, and baking spice.

Vanilla & Caramel: These sweet scents come from the breakdown of sugars during the fermentation and aging process. In Basil Hayden’s, they provide a sweetness that balances the rye spice.

Hints of Dried Fruit: Imagine subtle notes of raisins, prunes, or apricots. These can come from the oak char or even the interaction of the whiskey with the barrel itself.

Taste

Charred Oak: This carries over from the aroma, offering a dry, slightly toasty flavor.

Brown Sugar: A richer sweetness compared to vanilla, adding depth and a touch of molasses character.

Black Pepper: The rye grain in the mash bill brings a signature spicy kick to Basil Hayden’s. It’s a pleasant tingle, not overpowering.

Dried Fruit: Similar to the aroma, these subtle hints add complexity and a touch of fruitiness to the overall flavor profile.

Finish

Pleasant, Lingering Charred Oak: The oak character continues to linger on the tongue after swallowing, offering a dry and slightly warming sensation.

Touch of Dried Fruit: A final whisper of fruit lingers, tying the whole experience together.