| Rating | 92 |
| Style |
Bourbon American Whiskey Whiskey |
| Age Statement | 10 Years |
| Produced In | United States |
| ABV | 40% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $87.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Review Updated | 2022-08-09 |
Basil Hayden's 10 Year Bourbon Review
Amid a trend for high-proof cask-strength offerings, Basil Hayden’s sticks true to its 80 proof roots. Featuring Jim Beam's high rye mash bill, the nose and palate are loaded with caraway and spice notes. Ten years in barrel have built up layers of complexity not typically found at this strength, including an attractive nuttiness and hints of leather. This is a remarkable bourbon — just don’t add ice.
Basil Hayden's 10 Year Bourbon Pros And Cons
Pros
- Relatively high age statement for modern bourbon landscape
- Expressive aromatic profile
Cons
- Some whiskey drinkers may find it to be too low in alcohol
- Relatively hard to find
- Not cheap
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