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.