CLERMONT, Ky., Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Basil Hayden, the Bourbon Born to Surprise, announced the introduction of a new limited-edition release: Basil Hayden® Cognac Cask Reserve.
What is Basil Hayden Cognac Cask Reserve?
- Basil Hayden Cognac Cask Reserve is a new, limited-edition bourbon that retains the brand's signature high-rye mashbill and 80-proof bottling, while combining Kentucky bourbon craftsmanship with French cognac character, creating a beautifully balanced bourbon.
- Embodying the concept of "something familiar made new," the spirit is finished in specially selected French oak casks that previously held Cognac exclusively for 20–25 years, bringing decades of Cognac character to Basil Hayden's signature light, bright and approachable flavor profile while imparting layers of elegant complexity.
- The first expression in the Basil Hayden portfolio to reimagine the brand's approachable high-rye profile as a passport to flavors from around the world.
What does Cognac Cask Reserve taste like, and how should it be enjoyed?
- The Cognac Cask finish reveals tasting notes of warm caramel sweetness and dried fruit, enriched by Basil Hayden's signature subtle spice, vanilla and oak, adding depth and complexity to this limited release.
- Best enjoyed neat, over ice or in sparkling bourbon cocktails like the signature Basil Hayden 75 or the Sparkling Bourbon Sidecar.
"Basil Hayden Cognac Cask reflects our commitment to honoring the brand's original bourbon while continuing to explore what's possible within the category," says Freddie Noe, eighth generation master distiller at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. "This expression was thoughtfully crafted to deliver a distinctive yet approachable experience. French Cognac casks let us take our Basil Hayden signature profile that people know and love and put a twist on it, and we're incredibly proud to share it with bourbon and cognac drinkers alike."
Where can I purchase it?
Basil Hayden Cognac Cask Reserve is now available for purchase at exclusive retailers with an SRP of $49.99. To discover more about the release and news from Basil Hayden, visit basilhaydenbourbon.com