A barrel-strength-style, high-rye bourbon with serious punch at an everyday price.
What it is
Old Grand-Dad 114 is a Kentucky straight bourbon bottled at 114 proof (57% ABV) in a distinctive flask-shaped bottle. The brand honors Basil Hayden Sr., an early Kentucky distiller, and today it is made by the James B. Beam Distilling Co. using a rye-forward mash bill. The higher proof delivers bold spice and deep caramel flavor, and it holds up beautifully over ice or in a strong cocktail.
Where and how it's made
- Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey
- High-rye mash bill
- Aged in new charred American oak
- Bottled at 114 proof (57% ABV)
Tasting notes
- Nose: caramel, orange peel, toasted oak and rye spice
- Palate: bold and oily, with brown sugar, cinnamon, black pepper and dark cherry
- Finish: long, hot and spicy, with lingering oak and vanilla
Serving and pairing
Add a splash of water or a large ice cube to tame the heat, or build a robust Old Fashioned or Manhattan. Pairs with barbecue brisket, smoked sausage, sharp cheddar and pecan pie. Store the bottle upright in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and heat.