Basil Hayden's 8 Years Old, 40% abv

Basil Hayden's 8 Years Old, 40% abv

Basil Hayden's 8 Years Old

Score 76


Average Score 79

Highest Score 83

Lowest Score 75

# of Times Scored 6

This Bourbon is distilled by Jim Beam in USA.

Tasting notes:

Light sweet almond grass on the nose. Gentle, well balanced bourbon with a hint of pine on the palate. Absinthe on the finish.



  • Basil Hayden's 8 Years Old, 40% abv

    Light fruit, mild cherry, soft spices and pleasant oakiness on the nose. Round moving to tangy with fruit and a mild edge on the palate. Well balanced.

    75

    Basil Hayden's 8 Years Old, 40% abv

    Sweet minty corn and rye spice aromas on the nose. Fresh, floral with almond pine notes on the palate. Dry sweet light finish.

    81

    Basil Hayden's 8 Years Old, 40% abv

    Rye, cloves and floral absinthe aromas on the nose. Light, soft spicy custard notes on the palate. Cherry floss finish.

    83

    Basil Hayden's 8 Years Old, 40% abv

    Light vanilla, pine notes and sweet spice on the nose. Medium bodied, more savoury than sweet yet has a sweet grassy finish.

    78

    Basil Hayden's 8 Years Old, 40% abv

    Light sweet wheat notes on the nose - very fresh. Hints of orange with light spices on the palate. Light spices on the finish. The lightness could be interpreted as being a bit thin by some, however I enjoyed its freshness. Very pleasant.

    79

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