Basil Hayden Dark Rye 750ml

The dark rye has a much smoother finish than I expected for the price point, and the 750ml bottle feels generous. I've been sipping it neat and it's quickly become my go-to for a relaxed evening.

I was pleasantly surprised by how well the rye spice plays with the dark fruit notes in this bottle—makes for a really easy sipper after dinner. The 750ml size lasted me through a couple of get-togethers, which felt like good value.

The pour has this smooth rye kick that lingers just right, and the 750mL bottle lasted me through a few weeks of evening sips. It’s dark and slightly sweet, which makes it easy to drink neat without needing a mixer.