Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Merlot every bottle comes from a

every bottle comes from a single barrel – a unique attribute reflecting our extraordinary commitment to offering Kentucky Straight Rye whiskey of the absolute highest quality at every level of the Michter’s range

maize is a sun-loving crop

and it's medium-bodied and balanced

with appealing mineral notes

Ultra-round tannins and lingering raspberry

Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Merlot every bottle comes from aIn 1796, Master Distiller Basil Hayden Sr. broke 'the rules' by mixing small grains into the mash of a traditional corn base. A Maryland transplant unafraid to stand out amidst the residing establishment, Basil conjectured that the spicy flavor of rye would be a striking complement to the sweet smoothness of corn in his distillery's standard bourbon. And much to the chagrin of the traditionalist set, Basil was right. His recipe was a masterpiece,