Maker's Mark 101

Bought at Sam’s Club Color - a beautiful medium-dark amber. Nose - fantastic; wheat, apple Taste - powerful ethanol punch that I should have been ready for. Vanilla and caramel notes are get muted and give way to dark fruits (MARMALADE!), oak, and some leathery bread at the finish. **A splash of water really opens up those vanillas and nutty caramels without sacrificing the oak flavor 3.25

Nice sweetness, vanilla and fruits. Smooth and bolder than the original

This starts off wonderfully with vanilla, creamed corn, and honey on the nose. There is a nice silky smooth mouthfeel as soon as it hits your palate. There is then a surprising swing to leather, tobacco, and pepper with some of that 101 heat in the mid and back of the palate. Finishes with a nice Kentucky hug that continues the spicy notes while having almost no bite from the higher proof. Overall, a very solid pour that does not overpower, serviceable and pleasant.