Maker's Mark Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Product of: United States

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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 13/01/2024

Appearance:

Clear, golden amber with a coppery orange tint.

Aroma:

Well-matured fruitcake with honey, vanilla, overripe banana, nuts and dried tropical fruit.

Taste:

Corn on the cob served on buttered lightly burnt toast with maple syrup, vanilla, bitter chocolate, espresso and nutmeg spiced oak.

Aftertaste:

Long, nutty, dry, vanilla oak, butterscotch, bitter chocolate and espresso.

Overall:

A brilliantly structured, balanced and easy-drinking bourbon.