Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon

Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon is a classic, hailing from Kentucky and first bottled in 1882. The brand was created by Raymond B. Hayden to honor his grandfather, Basil Hayden Sr., a distiller known for using a higher percentage of rye in his bourbon mash bill. This high-rye content, currently at 27%, gives Old Grand-Dad its signature spicy character. Notably, the brand continued production during Prohibition as medicinal whiskey and is now owned by Beam Suntory. The "Bonded" designation means it's at least four years old, bottled at 100 proof, and the product of a single distillation season at a single distillery, offering a consistent and robust profile.

Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon brings a robust, spicy character to your home bar, thanks to its significant rye content. Expect notes of caramel and vanilla balanced by peppery spice and a pleasant oakiness. This profile makes it a standout in classic, spirit-forward cocktails like an Old Fashioned or a Manhattan, where its boldness can really sing.

Expect initial aromas of caramel, vanilla, and a distinct cinnamon spice, possibly with a hint of burnt oak. The palate often delivers a bold cinnamon burst, followed by dark fruit, baking spices, and oak, leading to a medium-length finish where sweet caramel and raw sugar notes mingle with lingering spice and light oak.