Booker Noe, the grandson of the legendary Jim Beam, created The Small Batch Collection and in doing so is credited with establishing the category of super-premium bourbons. Booker took great care in crafting his bourbon, and Booker’s Bourbon bottle even features a label written in Booker Noe’s own handwriting. If you look closely, you will actually notice a small error. There is no mistake about the premium quality of his collection, however.
Basil Hayden’s: Bottled at 80 proof: utilizes twice as much rye in it as the other bourbons in the Small Batch Collection giving it a gentle yet spicy flavor.
Aroma : Charred oak and sweet notes of vanilla & caramel with hints of dried fruit
Taste : Charred oak flavor that is complemented with sweet brown sugar, a touch of black pepper, and dried fruit to round it out
Finish : A pleasant, lingering charred oak finish with a touch of dried fruit
Colour : Golden brown
Alcohol Content : 40%
Palate:
Taste : Charred oak flavor that is complemented with sweet brown sugar, a touch of black pepper, and dried fruit to round it out<br>Finish : A pleasant, lingering charred oak finish with a touch of dried fruit
Please note that taste might differ between individuals
Nose:
Aroma : Charred oak and sweet notes of vanilla & caramel with hints of dried fruit
Expert review:
Master of Malt
Basil Hayden's Bourbon dates back to 1796, when master distiller Basil Hayden used a traditional corn base, but mixed in small grains with the mash. A Kentucky straight bourbon with plenty of rye at its core - plenty spicy, well balanced with herbal notes of peppermint and a touch of fruit.
Background:
Booker Noe, the grandson of the legendary Jim Beam, created The Small Batch Collection and in doing so is credited with establishing the category of super-premium bourbons. Booker took great care in crafting his bourbon, and Booker’s Bourbon bottle even features a label written in Booker Noe’s own handwriting. If you look closely, you will actually notice a small error. There is no mistake about the premium quality of his collection, however.<br>Basil Hayden’s: Bottled at 80 proof: utilizes twice as much rye in it as the other bourbons in the Small Batch Collection giving it a gentle yet spicy flavor.