Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia

Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

$74.99
(5.0)
Overview

Basil Hayden is a classic Kentucky straight bourbon known for its light body, approachable spice, and smooth finish. Crafted with a high-rye mash bill, this bourbon delivers a distinctive profile that balances sweet and spicy notes with elegance. Aged in new charred American oak barrels and bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV), Basil Hayden offers aromas of charred oak, caramel, and dried fruit, leading to a warm palate of pepper, honey, and a hint of vanilla.

Product Details

Attribute Detail
Style Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Cask New charred oak barrels
Brand Basil Hayden's
Distiller James B. Beam Distilling Co.
Owner Suntory Global Spirits
Mash Bill 63% Corn, 27% Rye; 10% Malted Barley
Age Statement 8 Years
ABV 40% (80 proof)
Bottle Size 750ml
Release Type Standard

Tasting Notes

Nose: Light caramel, vanilla, and a gentle hint of rye spice. Fresh and easy to get into.

Palate: Smooth and approachable. Honey, mild pepper, and subtle oak. The high-rye mash bill adds a bit of spice without overpowering

Finish: Clean and light. A touch of warmth and spice that fades gently.

What sets this bottle apart

  • High-rye mash bill gives it more spice than your typical bourbon
  • 80 proof makes it one of the smoothest pours in the small batch category
  • 8-year age statement delivers solid maturity at an accessible price
  • Part of the Jim Beam Small Batch Collection alongside Knob Creek, Booker's, and Baker's

Distillery Information

Basil Hayden's is produced at James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky. Named after an 18th-century distiller known for using a high-rye recipe, the brand carries that same approach forward. Part of Jim Beam's respected Small Batch Collection, it sits at the lighter, more refined end of the range.

Awards & Recognition

  • Double-Gold. San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2020
  • Gold: New York International Spirits Competition, 2020

Who this bottle is for

  • Bourbon newcomers after something smooth and easy
  • Drinkers who find standard bourbons a bit too heavy or hot
  • Anyone wanting more spice without jumping straight to rye
  • A reliable gift bottle that works for pretty much anyone

How to enjoy

  • Best neat or with a single large ice cube
  • No need to overthink it, just pour and enjoy
  • Works well as an easy sipping bourbon any night of the week

Why we curate it

Basil Hayden's fills a real gap on the shelf. Smooth enough for newcomers but with enough character to keep experienced drinkers coming back. At 80 proof, it's not trying to blow you away, just deliver a genuinely good bourbon that's easy to pour and easy to enjoy. Hard to go wrong with it.

Tasting Notes

Tasting Notes

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!