Maker's Mark Bourbon

Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky Proof: 90 Glass: Glencairn, rested 15 minutes. Color: Medium amber. Nose: Honey, wheat bread, nuts. Palate: Baking spice, honey Finish: Medium, but little heat. Splash: Cinnamon and nuts. Overall: 8/10 -A solid sipper, it's everywhere and it's inexpensive. A little more complexity would be nice, but that's what the higher proofs are for.

Needs mixed. Good flavor, but not deep. On the sweeter side. A little burn eased with ice.

Nose: Sweet with traditional vanilla and caramel but also some apple, orange, and cinnamon. Palate: Vanilla sweetness, apple, Finish: Short finish with some more vanilla but some dark chocolate as well. This is my standard of what a wheated bourbon should be. It's also one of the most accessible bourbons with a lower proof and sweet profile. Not just an easy sipper but a very "crushable" pour.