Basil Hayden’s

Distillery: Jim Beam Distillery, Clermont, Kentucky

Age: 6-8 years

Proof: 80

Nose: Plums, cherries, cinnamon, candy corn, and vanilla

Palate: Very spice forward, much less sweet than it smells with a white pepper finish

Color: Golden amber

Notes: Basil Hayden's is part of the Jim Beam Small Batch Collection, and it is known for its lighter body and lower proof, making it an easy-drinking bourbon. It honors Master Distiller Basil Hayden Sr., who pioneered the use of rye in his bourbon mash, giving it a gentle spice character without overpowering sweetness.