Basil Haden Kentucky Straight Bourbon

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Created in 1992 by Booker Noe as part of his Small Batch Collection, Basil Hayden showcased a more refined side of bourbon than his other offerings. This bourbon style was inspired by Meredith Basil Hayden Sr., a Maryland rye farmer who immigrated to Kentucky and began distilling whiskey in 1792. Hayden chose to distill bourbon with a high rye content, and Booker Noe sought to create a high-proof rye mash bill that would deliver a similarly refined and approachable flavor profile. Today, this bourbon stands as a tribute not only to Meredith Basil Hayden Sr.'s originality with his high-proof rye mash bill, but also to Booker Noe, a true innovator who sought to introduce new drinkers to the world of whiskey.