Basil Hayden Dark Rye
Rye Whiskey · Beam Suntory · Clermont, KY
Basil Hayden Dark Rye is a rye whiskey from Beam Suntory in Clermont, KY. It is bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV) with no age statement. Suggested retail is about $45.
Tasting notes
A blend of Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey and Canadian Rye Whisky, finished with a splash of California-style port wine. Rich cherry, plum, and dark fruit alongside rye spice and caramel sweetness. Bold, approachable, and beautifully balanced at 80 proof.
How it compares
- At $45, it is priced 31% below the median rye whiskey in the catalog ($65).
- At 80 proof it runs 20 proof points lower than the typical rye whiskey here (100 proof).