Bourbon Meets California. Beautifully.

Basil Hayden Red Wine Cask Finish is a special release that takes the brand's signature high-rye bourbon and partially ages it in Californian red wine casks — the result is a layered, complex expression ripe with dried fruit and cherry, while staying true to the classic bourbon flavors of vanilla and charred oak. Bottled at 80 proof, it's perfectly balanced: approachable and inviting, yet surprisingly nuanced.

Tasting Notes

• Color: Toasted brown with amber hues
• Nose: Dried fruit, cherry, vanilla, and a hint of toasted oak
• Palate: Sweet ambrosia, ripe cherry, and complex layers of charred oak balanced by vanilla and rye spice
• Finish: Warm and lingering with a crisp, delicate mouthfeel

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Red Wine Cask Finish unique?

It's a blend of Basil Hayden's classic high-rye bourbon and bourbon partially aged in Californian red wine casks. The wine cask influence adds layers of dried fruit, cherry, and subtle wine character that complement — rather than overpower — the bourbon's natural vanilla and oak profile.

What type of red wine casks are used?

The bourbon is partially aged in Californian red wine casks, imparting the fruit-forward, cherry-rich character that defines this expression.

What is the proof?

Basil Hayden Red Wine Cask Finish is bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV) — smooth and approachable despite its layered complexity.

How should I serve it?

Best enjoyed neat or on the rocks to fully appreciate the interplay between the red wine cask influence and the bourbon's classic character. Also works beautifully in a cherry-forward cocktail like a Bourbon Sour or a twist on a Manhattan.

What size is this bottle?

This expression comes in a 750ML bottle.

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