About this episode

The episode explores the characteristics and tasting notes of Old Grand-Dad Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

Sometimes on DadDimes on the Rocks , we chase allocated bottles, barrel proofs, and hype pours. And sometimes… we come back to the shelf staple that’s been quietly holding it down for decades: Old Grand-Dad Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey . This is a bourbon that doesn’t try to impress you with marketing flair or fancy finishes. It leans into heritage, tradition, and that unmistakable high-rye backbone that has defined the brand since the days of Basil Hayden Sr. , the namesake inspiration behind the mash bill style. In the glass, it pours a classic amber — nothing flashy, just honest bourbon color that already tells you what kind of experience you’re about to have. On the nose, it’s immediately familiar and comforting. Caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak rise first, followed by a noticeable rye spice that gives it a sharper edge than your typical wheated bourbons. There’s a slight nuttiness in there too, almost peanut brittle meets baking spice, with a faint hint of citrus peel if you sit with it long enough. First sip? Straightforward and confident. You get that classic bourbon sweetness up front — brown sugar, caramel, and vanilla — but it doesn’t linger in dessert territory…

People in this episode

Host: Dad Dimes

Topics covered

• bourbon
• whiskey tasting
• heritage
• high-rye bourbon
• flavor profile

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Old Grand-Dad Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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