Tastes

My go-to bottle nowadays. Here in Kentucky, it's dirt cheap at $9 a fifth, but EW is solid. It may not be an blue ribbon drink, but it definitely has smooth wood and smoke notes over a mellow sweet. Its tasty enough to sip, stands up well on the rocks, and really shines in a well-mixed Manhattan or Old Fashioned. Definitely a bargain worth trying.

Strong vanilla and cinnamon nose, very delayed spice, but smooth. A little too mellow sweet for the cash, IMO. I like a bourbon with some meat so I can chill it without destroying it and I just don't see any Maker's item doing that. However, this is an awesome fireside drink for a snow storm.

A little lighter than Buffalo Trace, but still carries the essence. Best for cocktails, though. A little too much gas for sipping.

Not worth the pricetag.

Charred oak, pure, simple, clean.

It is flavored similar to bourbons and is excellent in Ale-8-One (Kentucky Hi Ball)