Maker's Mark 101

Aroma of vanilla and some light brown sugar, body is a little thin, flavors of oak/vanilla, maybe a hint of brown sugar, finishes a little hot in the upper palate and a little dry, but it is pretty smooth overall.

New bottle, first pour. I'm a MM fan and I typically enjoy 46. I've been drinking the core expression for at least three decades, but it's really not part of my regular rotation anymore. I'm looking forward to trying out this new expression and the cask strength, which are both new to me. This taste enjoyed neat from a glencairn. The whisky rested for more than 10 minutes after the pour and before tasting. The burnished copper pour has a nose that's full with cinnamon, brown sugar, allspice, tart cherry, and a healthy dose of ethanol. This is not the bouquet I typically associate with MM, which is far less complex and not quite as full of bakery notes. First taste, this is sweet and better than the nose let's on. Not to say the nose is bad; its apropos for a sub $40 bottle. But the aromas only hint at what is coming on the taste buds. This 101 is toasty and delicious. It reminds me of Cinnamon LIfe breakfast cereal. Through the mid palate and finish I get notes of sarsaparilla or root beer, brandied cherries, graham crackers, caramel, brown sugar, and baking spices. There's a nice depth to this. The finish is moderately warming and medium long. This is an easy sipper. This is a nice dram and a good value for a sub $40 bottle. Recommended!

Sweet, bit of spice, decent finish, pretty good for $35

N- peanuts- toffee- warm- light fruit- salty- P- peanuts - toffee- cherry fruit- light chocolate Finish- smooth- warm- light leather- hint of Orange $35- best makers I’ve had- really holds up well at 101 proof

Peanuts, vanilla, coconut, oak, caramel. Very good