{"product_id":"basil-hayden-rye-2017-release-whiskey-750ml","title":"Basil Hayden Rye 2017 Exclusive Release Whiskey 750mL","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"664\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"371\"\u003eBasil Hayden Rye 2017 Exclusive Release Whiskey 750mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare, limited-edition rye whiskey that highlights Basil Hayden’s signature elegance through a refined, spice-forward profile. Released exclusively in 2017, this bottling showcases a softer, more approachable interpretation of rye, emphasizing balance and smoothness over aggressive heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eGraceful and nuanced, this exclusive release delivers layers of \u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"831\"\u003egentle rye spice, caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, toasted oak, orange peel, and light baking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, all wrapped in a silky, easy-drinking mouthfeel. Its restrained proof and polished structure make it ideal for neat sipping while still offering enough character for classic rye-forward cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rye spice, caramel, vanilla, citrus peel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft rye heat, toffee, dried fruit, toasted oak, gentle spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, clean, lightly spicy with lingering sweetness and oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e• Is this a limited release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eYes — the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e2017 Exclusive Release\u003c\/strong\u003e was produced in limited quantities and is no longer in regular production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003e• Is this a rye whiskey or bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003erye whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003e• Is it good for sipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eAbsolutely — its light body and refined spice make it ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003eneat sipping\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003e• How does it compare to Basil Hayden Dark Rye?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eThis release is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003ecleaner and drier\u003c\/strong\u003e, without the port wine sweetness found in Dark Rye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e• Is this bottle collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003eYes — as a discontinued exclusive release, it is highly sought after by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eBasil Hayden collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003e• What is the ABV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003eTypically bottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e40% ABV (80 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Basil Hayden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42169413828711,"sku":null,"price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/2929\/1879\/files\/Basil_Hayden_Rye_2017_Release_Whiskey_750mL.webp?v=1770393790","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyshelf.com\/products\/basil-hayden-rye-2017-release-whiskey-750ml","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}