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Basil Hayden Straight Bourbon Cognac Cask Reserve Limited Edition

Basil Hayden’s has built its reputation on a high-rye bourbon recipe designed for approachability, favoring elegance and lighter body over intensity. This limited edition takes that familiar base and sends it through a second act: after aging as a Kentucky straight bourbon, the whiskey spends additional time resting in casks that previously held French cognac. That extra maturation folds in a layer of brandy-influenced character without losing the easy-drinking style the brand is known for, making it a fitting choice for enthusiasts curious about cask-finished whiskey or anyone looking to step outside a standard bourbon pour.

Basil Hayden Cognac Cask Reserve Notes to Your Senses

• APPEARANCE: Golden amber
• AROMA: Honeyed sweetness and vanilla layered with soft stone fruit, toasted oak and light floral and spice notes
• TASTE: Smooth and rounded, with caramel, dried fruit and vanilla bean joined by a gentle cognac-like sweetness, warm oak and a touch of citrus peel and cinnamon
• FINISH: Soft and lingering, with warm baking spice and a hint of orange
• ABV: 40%