Bourbon and Rye Whiskey Cocktails

Enjoy these imaginative ways to craft Basil Hayden cocktails, each  one thoughtfully designed to highlight the distinctive tastes within our  family of whiskeys.

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Basil Hayden® 75

A delicately balanced blend of bourbon, citrus, and bubbles, the Basil Hayden® 75 invites you to rethink what a bourbon cocktail can be.

  • Easy
  • 1-3 min
Basil Hayden 75 cocktail
Basil Hayden 75 cocktail
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Standing Ovation

A surprising twist on a classic cocktail, The Scofflaw. This variation features Basil Hayden Dark Rye and replaces the often used dry vermouth with sparkling wine. Mixing the sweetness of pomegrante, tartness of lemon, and the refreshing bubbles of sparkling wine this cocktail is perfect for at home awards hosting.

  • Easy
  • 3-5 min
  • Mix-it-up
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PH64

A nod to Hollywood's most famous penthouse, this lush bourbon spritz features Basil Hayden Bourbon with apricot, strawberry, and sparkling wine. Providing a refreshing, berry forward drink worthy of the stars.

  • Easy
  • 3-5 min
  • Mix-it-up
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PH64 cocktail image
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Bourbon Iced Tea

The Bourbon Iced Tea is a refreshingly smooth and simple cocktail that brings together the rich character of Basil Hayden with the familiar comfort of chilled black tea. Lightly sweet, perfectly balanced, and made to be enjoyed any time you want something a little more elevated than the ordinary.

  • Easy
  • 3-5 min
Bourbon iced tea cocktail in a tall glass with ice cubes, fresh lemon slice, and Basil Hayden bourbon bottle.
Bourbon iced tea cocktail in a tall glass with ice cubes, fresh lemon slice, and Basil Hayden bourbon bottle.
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Golden Hour

The Golden Hour is that magical time just before sunset, with beautiful soft lighting that presents the perfect opportunity to reflect on the day. This simple, three-ingredient cocktail represents the balance, elegance, and quiet joy that its namesake also provides.

  • Easy
  • 1-3 min
Basil Hayden bourbon Golden Hour cocktail
Basil Hayden bourbon Golden Hour cocktail
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Boulevardier

A Kentucky cocktail with French ancestry. Our twist on the classic uses Aperol® Aperitif, a lower ratio of base spirit, and highlights the lighter, spicier notes of our signature bourbon.

  • Easy
  • 1-3 min
  • Spirit forward
Basil Hayden bourbon Boulevardier cocktail
Basil Hayden bourbon Boulevardier cocktail
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Winter Sour

Discover our take on a classic cocktail recipe that combines bourbon, lemon, and simple syrup,
with a float of dry red wine.

  • Easy
  • 1-3 min
Winter-Sour
Winter-Sour
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Bourbon Manhattan

The Manhattan is an essential cocktail in a mixologist's arsenal. Our high-rye bourbon asserts itself against the sweet vermouth for a satisfying sip

  • Easy
  • 1-3 min
  • Spirit forward
Basil Hayden bourbon Manhattan cocktail
Basil Hayden bourbon Manhattan cocktail
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Bourbon Old Fashioned

The Basil Hayden® Old Fashioned is a traditionalist's cocktail that's crafted with our signature bourbon, a touch of Demerara syrup, and Angostura® bitters.

  • Easy
  • 1-3 min
  • Spirit forward
Basil Hayden bourbon Old Fashioned cocktail
Basil Hayden bourbon Old Fashioned cocktail
A bottle of Basil Hayden bourbon and a cocktail with a lemon twist on a wooden bar, with text overlay promoting the brand.