Basil Hayden Rye Whiskey Malted
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Basil Hayden Malted Rye Whiskey is a masterfully crafted and uniquely spiced rye whiskey, joining the esteemed Basil Hayden family as its latest permanent expression. While Basil Hayden bourbon is known for its higher rye content, delivering a spicier character, this rye whiskey offers an unexpected softness and approachability, setting it apart from other rye products on the market. Leveraging a specialized malting process, the rye grain undergoes transformation, resulting in a more subtly mellow spice complemented by delicate sweet and floral notes. Bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV), Malted Rye presents a well-rounded, lighter, and refined taste profile.
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Bottle details
| Type | Rye Whiskey |
|---|---|
| Brand | Basil Hayden |
| Producer | Jim Beam Distillery |
| Origin | Kentucky, United States |
| Age | No age statement |
| Strength | 40% ABV (80 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | malted rye |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is a Kentucky rye that takes the category's usual spice and rounds it off. Made from malted rye at the Jim Beam Distillery, it uses a specialized malting process that turns the grain's bite into something mellower, with sweetness and floral lift up front. Expect a soft floral nose with vanilla and toasted rye bread, a balanced palate where gentle spice meets sweetness, and a light finish of chocolate and warm spice. At 80 proof (40% ABV), it is a gentle way into rye, so it suits the drinker who finds bolder ryes too sharp, or the bourbon fan curious about the grain. Fans of the Basil Hayden family will note it joins the lineup as a permanent expression, and it reads clearly differently from the brand's higher-rye bourbon. We carry it because it answers a real question on the shelf: what does rye taste like when the spice is dialed down and the grain's sweeter side gets to speak? Pour it neat first.
Pairs well with
- Light appetizers before dinner — Its soft floral nose and gentle spice complement delicate starters without overpowering them.
- Dark chocolate truffles — The chocolate and warm spice on the finish echo and extend the richness of good chocolate.
- The first pour of evening — Its light, approachable character and soft floral notes make it an easy, welcoming opening sip for any occasion.
Questions about this bottle
How is this different from Basil Hayden bourbon?
How is this different from Basil Hayden bourbon?
Basil Hayden bourbon is known for its higher rye content and a spicier character. This Malted Rye goes the other way, offering an unexpected softness and approachability, with mellow spice balanced by delicate sweet and floral notes.
What does "malted" mean for this rye?
What does "malted" mean for this rye?
The rye grain goes through a specialized malting process before it becomes whiskey. According to the producer, that transformation yields a more subtly mellow spice, complemented by sweet and floral notes, rather than the sharper pepper many drinkers associate with rye.
What does it taste like?
What does it taste like?
The nose is delicate and floral, with soft vanilla and toasted rye bread. The palate is refined and balanced, mixing sweetness with mellow spice. The finish is light and satisfying, with notes of chocolate and warm spice.
What is the proof, size, and age statement?
What is the proof, size, and age statement?
It is bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV) in a 750 ml bottle. It carries no age statement, so no specific age appears on the label.
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