Basil Hayden Cognac Cask Reserve
- Limited-edition Kentucky straight bourbon from the James B. Beam Distilling Co.
- Basil Hayden’s signature high-rye bourbon, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV)
- Finished in specially selected French oak Cognac casks that previously held Cognac for 20–25 years
- Aromas of dried fruit, charred oak and honey
- Flavors of vanilla, caramel, oak, apricot and raisin, with subtle rye spice and a dried-fruit accented finish
Basil Hayden Cognac Cask Reserve takes the brand’s light, approachable high-rye bourbon and gives it a richer, fruit-forward twist through finishing in well-seasoned French Cognac casks. The Cognac influence brings warm caramel, apricot, raisin and other dried-fruit notes while allowing Basil Hayden’s familiar vanilla, oak and gentle spice to remain at the center. An interesting crossover for both bourbon and Cognac drinkers, with the easy-drinking 80-proof profile Basil Hayden fans expect
