Basil Hayden 10 Year Returns with Fresh, New Look in Permanent Lineup

The Iconic Basil Hayden 10 Year Bourbon Joins Core Lineup as Permanent Offering and is Now Available Year-Round.

Fast Facts about Basil Hayden 10 Year:

Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Mashbill: High-rye bourbon recipe
Proof: 80 (40% ABV)
Age: 10 years
Tasting Notes (from the brand):
- AROMA: Big oak, hints of char, vanilla and rye
- TASTE: Oak balanced by caramel sweetness and rye spice
- FINISH: Lightly smoky with a subtle hint of char
Distillery: James B. Beam Distilling Co.
Price: $84.99/750mL
Availability: Nationwide, starting this week

Full Details on Basil Hayden 10 Year:

Basil Hayden 10 Year, a beloved choice for fall weather whiskey sipping, is officially back on shelves with a sleek new design and a permanent place in the core Basil Hayden lineup. This classic high rye bourbon, which was previously available only in limited annual releases, will now be accessible year-round due to popular demand.

Featuring an iconic monogrammed belt, the revamped packaging features a polished, darker gray label with elegant gold embossed font. This new look complements the bourbon’s distinguished profile.

Launched in December 2018, Basil Hayden 10 Year has quickly become a holiday staple. Fans will be pleased to know that while the packaging has been updated, the bourbon inside remains unchanged. Bottled at 80 proof, this expression continues to showcase Basil Hayden’s signature high-rye recipe, now with the added prestige of a 10-year age statement. Aged in newly charred American oak barrels, it offers a light, approachable flavor profile with sweet caramel and vanilla notes, making it ideal for sipping neat or on the rocks.

Basil Hayden 10 Year is available starting this week for a suggested retail price of $84.99 / 750mL, offering a refined choice for both seasoned whiskey enthusiasts and those new to the spirit.

About Basil Hayden:

Crafted in 1992 by Booker Noe as part of the Small Batch collection, Basil Hayden introduced a more subtle side of bourbon compared to its counterparts. Inspired by bourbons with high-rye mash bills, Booker set out to create a bourbon that would offer an approachable taste profile and defy preconceived bourbon perceptions. Basil Hayden Bourbon welcomes new drinkers into whiskey and showcases new occasions to drink it. Beyond its flagship Basil Hayden Bourbon, the brand has pushed the boundaries of innovation in recent years. These intriguing offerings have included expressions such as Basil Hayden Toast, Dark Rye, 10-Year, Subtle Smoke and the limited time release of Basil Hayden Red Wine Cask Finish.

Image Credit: Basil Hayden and James B. Beam Distilling Co.

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