Maker’s Mark is sweet rather than spicy. Explore the original recipe of Maker's Mark® that has been handed down … Truly, the T.W. Makers Mark Review. ABV: 45% Price: $23 Distiller: Maker’s Mark. However, this whiskey comes with a twist that helps define its signature taste, opting for red winter wheat in the mashbill rather than the more common rye. Being hand-made in America with a unique presentation and interesting history, Maker's Mark sets itself apart from the competition. The first smell is a light to moderate blend of honey, orange, lemon, and alcohol, akin to sweet tea (plus alcohol). Then, heavily seared French oak staves are placed in just-emptied standard Maker's Mark barrels, which are then refilled and returned to the warehouses to finish aging for an undisclosed amount of time (estimated to be 2-3 additional months). I have a lot to say about it. EYE Deep amber with red accents. Maker’s Mark is a legendary global whiskey brand, and one of the first to create a premium image decades ago for its bourbon. Instead of Black Friday, why not stay home for Red Friday with Maker's Mark!? However, that doesn’t mean Maker’s Mark is soft. Since this is a longer than average review, I have added links for you to jump to each section of my write-up. Distiller is filled with expert reviews of liquor from all over the world so your next purchase, bar order, or gift, will be the right one! Maker's Mark Review As advertised, Maker’s Mark has a nice and mellow smell. It’s overexposure. Maker’s was the first bourbon I ever drank neat. Maker'smark is whiskey, and label says whisky, because scotch are most sold whisky-type in the world. It is a handcrafted bourbon that comes in a square-shaped container inspired by Bill Samuels Sr. wife’s collection of cognac bottles. If you’re a new bourbon sipper looking to develop your palate, Maker’s Mark … There's winter wheat no rye. Being a rabid fan of Maker’s mark is like being a rabid fan of Coca Cola. Sniffing more reveals hints of slightly sour corn and wheat, the taste of pre-distillation mash. In February 2013, Maker’s Mark announced — in the liquor world’s ballsiest email — that it was literally watering down its bourbon from 45 to 42 percent ABV. Makers of maker's mark wanted to make bourbon that is un-bourbon like and more like scotch. In February 2013, Maker’s Mark announced — in the liquor world’s ballsiest email — that it was literally watering down its bourbon from 45 to 42 percent ABV. Hard to name a bourbon better than Maker's Mark. I have a lot to say about it. NOSE That unforgettable Maker’s Mark bourbon spice hits first with waves of caramel, cinnamon, malt and vanilla cream pie coming in one after another. Maker’s Mark is one of the big boys of the bourbon world.