Basil Hayden's Straight Bourbon Artfully Aged 10 Year Whiskey
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Basil Hayden's Straight Bourbon Artfully Aged 10 Yr introduces an exquisite 10-year-old bourbon, cherished by enthusiasts and seasoned whiskey lovers alike. This bourbon retains the beloved high-rye mash recipe that Basil Hayden is celebrated for but embarks on an extended journey of barrel aging to achieve heightened complexity and depth. The result is a truly unique whiskey with pronounced oak aromas that are gracefully complemented by subtle hints of charred oak and vanilla. The signature spice that characterizes Basil Hayden's blends seamlessly with the luscious notes of caramel and wood, delivering an unforgettable tasting experience. Bottled at 80 proof with 40% ABV, this bourbon can be enjoyed neat, with a drop of water, or over ice to allow the rich caramel and vanilla notes, nurtured over a decade in charred American Oak barrels, to shine. It's a bourbon that pays homage to tradition while embarking on an exceptional tasting journey.
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Bottle details
| Type | Bourbon Whiskey |
|---|---|
| Brand | Basil Hayden |
| Producer | Jim Beam Distillery |
| Origin | Kentucky, United States |
| Age | 10 years |
| Strength | 40% ABV (80 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | high-rye corn-dominant mash bill |
| Cask | new charred oak |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is a Kentucky straight bourbon that takes the high-rye mash recipe Basil Hayden is known for and gives it a full decade in new charred oak. Made at the Jim Beam Distillery and bottled at 80 proof, it stays easygoing in strength while the extra time in barrel brings oak firmly to the front. Expect toasted and charred wood on the nose with a soft thread of vanilla, then caramel and the house rye spice woven together on the palate. The finish lets that caramel and vanilla linger rather than fade. It suits drinkers who like an approachable proof but want more wood and maturity than a younger bourbon typically shows, and it makes a thoughtful step up for someone building a bourbon shelf. We carry it because a 10-year age statement at a gentle 40% ABV is a genuinely useful bottle to have. It lets you taste what extended aging does to a familiar high-rye recipe, neat or with a drop of water.
Pairs well with
- Grilled steak or smoked meats — The toasted, charred oak and rye spice stand up to the char and richness of meat off the grill.
- Caramel or pecan desserts — The bourbon's caramel and vanilla sweetness echoes rich desserts rather than competing with them.
- Slow after-dinner tasting — The gentle 80 proof and lingering caramel-vanilla finish make it easy to sip unhurried while you talk over what a decade in oak brings.
Questions about this bottle
How old is this bourbon and what proof is it bottled at?
How old is this bourbon and what proof is it bottled at?
It carries a 10-year age statement and is bottled at 80 proof, which is 40% ABV. The bottle is a standard 750 ml.
What is it made from and how is it aged?
What is it made from and how is it aged?
It uses Basil Hayden's high-rye, corn-dominant mash bill. It is aged for a decade in new charred American oak barrels at the Jim Beam Distillery in Kentucky.
What does it taste like?
What does it taste like?
Oak leads on the nose, with hints of charred oak and delicate vanilla. The palate brings mature oak, the brand's signature rye spice and sweet caramel. The finish lets the caramel and vanilla linger.
What is the best way to drink it?
What is the best way to drink it?
Neat or with a drop of water shows off its mature, layered flavors best. If you prefer it slightly chilled, pour it over ice, which lets the caramel and vanilla notes come forward.
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