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Basil Hayden Toast
80 proof NAS Bourbon James B. Beam Distilling Company Clermont, KY $49.99 Corn, brown rice, malted barley

Sweet with sour skittles character, fruity aromas, floral notes, toasted wood sugars, not marshmallow-forward, sweet and approachable.

Very sweet and easy on the palate with no aggressive impact. Smooth and soft. Subtle toasted barrel character with just a pinch of white pepper spice. A slight smokiness on the backend that pairs nicely with the sweetness. Sautéed pear notes emerge as the whiskey sits in the glass.

Medium finish that doesn't linger extensively on the palate due to the 80 proof, though not watery. The sweetness carries through with a cool, smooth wash across the tongue.

Pleasant
A completely rebranded Basil Hayden with new bottle, label, mash bill, and profile that successfully delivers a sweeter, more accessible summer sipper with toasted barrel characteristics and no aggressive edges.
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Tasted on Episode 193 Basil Hayden Toast Review