James B. Beam · KY · rye whiskey
Basil Hayden Golden Rye
- Distillery
- James B. Beam, KY
- Style
- rye whiskey
- Mashbill
- Brand site: crafted with 100% malted rye
- Proof
- 80
- Suggested price
- about $40
What to expect
A soft, 80-proof Kentucky straight rye that the brand says is made from malted rye. Expect gentle rye bread and warm spice rather than a peppery punch.
Expected notes: Rye bread, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Honey, Honeysuckle, Fresh oak.
Reference notes, written from the producer’s published facts. Not a tasting review. Producer page.
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