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Jim Beam Old Grand-Dad 114 Proof
Basil Hayden Sr. - known as Old Grand-Dad to the generations that followed - made bourbon the way he wanted. He went against the traditional “grain” of the time and chose to distill his bourbon with a higher percentage of rye. This way of crafting bourbon was likely something he handed down to his son. And in turn, his grandson. That was Colonel R.B. Hayden who would justly name his bourbon after his Old Grand-Dad. The recipe today remains inspired by Basil's original with complex flavors and an unmistakable spiciness. First bottled in 1882, very little has changed about it. And that's the only way we'd have it.
63% Corn • 27% Rye • 10% Malted Barley • High Rye
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Part of the Beam Suntory family of brands.
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Nose: Immediately you're hit with cinnamon, brown sugar and rye heat. Old Grand-Dad line is known for their above-average amount of rye in their mashbill compared to other bourbons. This is very evident on its nose. Fainter hints of orange peel and spice also tag along for the ride.
Palate: Fruity but very firm. The rye character is present along with a decent amount of alcohol that at times can get in the way of the flavor. This bourbon commands all of your attention and then some.
Finish: A full bodied finish that lets you know it's there. It's certainly one of the stronger tasting bourbons out there. The long finish reveals almost a candied aftertaste with red hot cinnamon being very present. The bourbon does seem to enjoy a few extra minutes out of the bottle as it becomes a bit easier to go down.
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Henry McKenna Single Barrel 10 Year Old
Henry McKenna Single Barrel 10 Year Old is a 100-proof, Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky straight bourbon, offering a flavor profile of warm caramel, vanilla, and oak with underlying spicy and honeyed sweetness. Its aroma features vanilla and caramel notes with a touch of herbaceousness. The taste is a smooth blend of oak, sharp spices, and honey. The finish is described as long, sweet, and spicy.
78% Corn • 13% Rye • 12% Malted Barley • High Rye
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Part of the Heaven Hill Distilleries family of brands.
Note: A very small quantity of whiskies came from this single barrel, so taste variability is higher than with larger production whiskies. Many times this is not a big deal (i.e. Blanton's), but sometimes it matters (i.e. Larceny Barrel Proof versions). If the specific barrel is not listed, ask your server or a store employee for more info.
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Nose: Rich vanilla and caramel are balanced by toasted oak and baking spices, with subtle hints of fruity notes like cherry or orange peel.
Palate: A full-bodied and smooth mouthfeel delivers flavors of sweet butterscotch and dark fruit, with a robust backbone of charred oak, cinnamon, and rye spice.
Finish: Long, warming, and pleasantly oily, the finish lingers with notes of caramel, lingering spice, dry oak, and a touch of roasted nuts.
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