Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon is a Bourbon Whiskey from the Old Grand-Dad Bourbon brand crafted in United States.
Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon is a high-rye bourbon that packs a punch at 100 proof, offering a bold and spicy flavor profile that stands out in cocktails and sips well neat. Interestingly, the "Old Grand-Dad" on the label is actually Basil Hayden Sr., whose grandson founded the brand and used his grandfather's likeness as a tribute to the family's distilling legacy.
Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon stands out with its high-rye mash bill, featuring 27% rye for a spicier kick than most bourbons. As a bonded whiskey, it's bottled at 100 proof and aged for at least four years, offering cocktail enthusiasts a bold, full-flavored spirit that shines in classic drinks like the Old Fashioned or Manhattan.
Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon shines in classic whiskey cocktails, but it's equally enjoyable sipped neat or with a splash of water to open up its robust flavors. This versatile bourbon is a year-round pleasure, though its warmth is particularly comforting on crisp autumn evenings, and it pairs wonderfully with hearty dishes like smoked meats, aged cheeses, or rich chocolate desserts.
Nose: Robust corn sweetness, toasted oak, and vanilla. Hints of rye spice, cinnamon, and a touch of nutmeg. Underlying notes of caramel and dried fruit.
Palate: Full-bodied and warm. Caramel corn and honey upfront, followed by rye bread and baking spices. Oak char and black pepper provide balance. Hints of orange peel and dark cherry emerge.
Finish: Long and warming. Lingering notes of toasted nuts, vanilla, and oak tannins. Subtle mint and dark chocolate flavors appear as the spice fades. Leaves a pleasant corn sweetness on the tongue.
Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon is crafted using a high-rye mash bill and distilled to no more than 160 proof, then aged for at least four years in new, charred oak barrels. As a bonded whiskey, it's bottled at exactly 100 proof and comes from a single distillation season at one distillery, adhering to strict regulations that ensure consistency and quality.
I was in the market for a new bottle and I came across this old grand bonded and another bottle I ended up going with the old grand dad even though it was the more expensive of the 2 (only by $3) but even then the old grand dad was only $25 sticker price I heard so many good things about OGD I had to try it, I’ve tried OGD in 2 bourbon renewal cocktails (cause I liked it that much) and it was absolutely delicious, OGD being 100 proof it holds but to the dilution of the ice and the strong flavors of crème de cassis. I highly recommend OGD to anyone who needs a bottle of bourbon that’s gonna hold up to anything you put it against and it won’t empty your bank account.
Good value bourbon.
Old Grand-Dad bonded is my bourbon of choice on my bar. I mostly buy it for mixing and it makes a fantastic Paper Plane in my opinion.
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