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Basil Hayden Dark Rye Review

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Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by Beam Suntory, Inc. ~ James B. Beam Distilling Co. (Jim Beam)

AROMA: Oaky notes balanced with dark berries and molasses. TASTE: Complex blend of caramel, dried fruit, and oak with back notes of spice and a rounded mouthfeel. FINISH: Lingering dried fruit with a hint of sweetness and rye spice. COLOR: Deep, rich amber with ruby undertones.

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Additional Notes

Kentucky straight rye whiskey blended with Canadian rye whiskey and port.

Details

Proof: 80
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 40%
Aged: Undisclosed
Mash Bill: Undisclosed
Retail (MSRP): $49.99
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Ratings Key

Ratings breakdown based on a 100 point scale.

  • 90-100 Exceptional
  • 80-89 Very Good
  • 70-79 Average
  • 60-69 Below Average
  • 50-60 Drain Pour
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