Old Grand-Dad 114 Proof Bourbon Whiskey 750ml

Old Grand-Dad 114 Proof Bourbon Whiskey 750mlBold, high rye, and unapologetically powerful Old Grand Dad 114 Proof is one of the great value powerhouses of American bourbon. Named after Meredith Basil Hayden Sr., the legendary 19th century distiller known for his distinctive high rye mash bill, Old Grand Dad 114 delivers the spicy, robust character of its namesake at a commanding 114 proof (57% ABV) uncut and bottled at barrel strength for maximum intensity. Produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery

Bold, high-rye, and unapologetically powerful — Old Grand-Dad 114 Proof is one of the great value powerhouses of American bourbon. Named after Meredith Basil Hayden Sr., the legendary 19th-century distiller known for his distinctive high-rye mash bill, Old Grand-Dad 114 delivers the spicy, robust character of its namesake at a commanding 114 proof (57% ABV) — uncut and bottled at barrel strength for maximum intensity. Produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Kentucky, this is a bourbon that punches far above its price point.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Bold and spicy with rye grain, caramel, orange peel, and a warm, inviting barrel presence
• Palate: Full-bodied and intensely flavored with rye spice, caramel, dried fruit, toasted oak, and a rich, warming complexity that belies its accessible price
• Finish: Long, warm, and spiced with lingering rye, caramel, and a satisfying barrel-proof heat

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Old Grand-Dad named after?

Old Grand-Dad is named after Meredith Basil Hayden Sr., a Kentucky distiller from the early 1800s celebrated for his high-rye bourbon recipe. His grandson, Raymond B. Hayden, named the whiskey in his honor — a tradition that lives on in every bottle. Basil Hayden's bourbon, also from the same family, shares this heritage.

What makes it high-rye?

Most bourbons use a relatively modest amount of rye in their mash bill. Old Grand-Dad uses a significantly higher proportion of rye — giving it a distinctly spicier, more assertive character compared to sweeter wheated bourbons. At 114 proof, that rye spice is front and center.

How should I serve it?

Excellent neat or with a few drops of water to tame the proof and open up the rye spice and caramel. Also outstanding in cocktails — the high-rye, high-proof character makes it a superb base for a Manhattan, Old Fashioned, or Whiskey Sour.

What size bottle is this?

This listing is for a 750ml bottle of Old Grand-Dad 114 Proof Bourbon Whiskey at 114 proof / 57% ABV.