alc./vol: 45%
Proof: 90°
Vintage: Non-vintage
Aged: No age statement
Product of:
United States
Maker's Mark is regarded by many as being the first Kentucky Straight Bourbon to market itself as a 'premium' brand. It is also noted for its high corn content and being blended in batches of 150 casks which fill around 3,000 cases.
Review and Tasting
Sampled on 09/04/2015
Appearance:
Clear, golden amber with a coppery orange tint.
Aroma:
Well matured fruitcake with honey, vanilla, overripe banana, nuts and dried topical fruit.
Taste:
Soft palate of corn on the cob served on buttered lightly burnt toast with maple syrup, vanilla, bitter chocolate, espresso and spicy oak (nutmeg).
Aftertaste:
Long, nutty, dry, vanilla oak, butterscotch, bitter chocolate and espresso.
Overall:
An approachable, satisfying and easy-drinking bourbon.
Report comment
Buy direct from
The Whisky Exchange
Bottle size: 70cl
£ 27.95
Update information/image
Product Information
Closure: Screw / Stelvin cap
More about Maker's Mark bourbon
Produced by: Maker's Mark Distillery
Owned by: Beam Suntory
UK distribution by: Edrington-Beam Suntory
Owned by: Beam Suntory
UK distribution by: Edrington-Beam Suntory
Join the Discussion
... comment(s) for Maker's Mark bourbon
You must log in to your account to make a comment.