Unlike many ryes, the alcohol levels don't punch you in the face with this one. Very smooth, thanks to the cherry blend. Tiptoes into cognac territory.

Amazing Rye, finished with port? Simply brilliant, plus the blend of American and Canadian rye , but what isn't so brilliant is that it is available exactly no where..... I've called every store on the list on YOUR website to no avail..... No one has any and cannot seem to get any information on when it will be available.... Maybe I'll try Bookers again....

This is our second bottle. It's Christmas day and EVERYONE loves it! This is a favorite among our top shelf picks and never fails to impress both regular picky drinkers and those that don't like a whiskey at all. This bottle is a wonderfully silky-smooth drink upfront with great flavors and a finish that stays delightful and impresses you with an abundance of flavors. GREAT bottle!

I usually drink Bourbon and the wheated type when I can get it. Bartender recommended this Basil Hayden Dark Rye as one that she prefers. I bought a bottle and am pleasantly surprised with the smoothness, taste and aftertaste. It will be part of my drink choices in the future. A very good drink on the rocks.

This whiskey at this price is amazing! I have had $150 bottles that do not compare to this!! It is my go to, hands down. It is however very hard to find! My store was recently out and I was recommended a "similar" bottle... more expensive and not even close to as good!

Over the past 5 years I've discovered that I truly like Ryes...the dark Rye caught my eye in my local Virginia ABC store...every time I bring something new home I always open it for a sip. Being noon time a sip was a good start...even the first mouthful told me I had something new and different. Took a few more sips to drain the shot glass...really incredibly different in a very good way. Had to look up the site and when I saw that I could write a review I did not hesitate. Really....really good! Now I eant to go back and try the Hayden Bourbon.

I discovered this a few years ago, I had never seen a dark rye before. I enjoy it very much over ice or neat. I think the flavor did change slightly around the same time the label changed color, but still a very excellent rye. Thank you very much for coming up with this one!

Talking with a young Bartender about touring the Bourbon Trail around Bardstown Kentucky, she he offered a shot of her favorite Rye. Not a Rye drinker but had to get a bottle for home. So smooth and enjoyable, my thoughts have changed! A definite go to in the evening.........

My favorite whiskies are single malt scotch finished in sherry casks. I do drink bourbon and rye from time to time. Basil Hayden's Dark Rye is the perfect blend of rye whiskey but with that familiar sweet note that I have grown to love in my single malts. Basil Hayden's hit it out of the park with this blend. The amount of sweetness adds just a little viscosity and the perfect finish. I drink mine neat, but I'm sure on the rocks or a splash of water wouldn't hurt the already perfect palate that this whiskey provides on it's own.

I have to admit I was a little bit turned off when I first heard of the blend. But my curiosity got the best not me.... thank goodness. I am totally blown away! The Finish is amazing. Incredible spice rye that rolls right into the sweet fruit but not too much. I'm absolutely blown away.....the Angel Envy will sit on the back for awhile!