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Maker's Mark FAE-O2 (2021 Limited Wood Finishing Series)
47% ABV
NAS
Bourbon
Maker's Mark
Loretto, KY
Maker's Mark proprietary (wheat-based)
Nose
Not explicitly detailed in the episode.
Palate
Velvety, buttery mouthfeel from non-chill filtration and fatty acid ester focus. Warming baking spices—cinnamon, clove, nutmeg—evoke holiday baking aromas and grandma's kitchen at Christmas time.
Finish
Clean and notably non-astringent despite the intensity of the mid-palate spice. Long, lingering cinnamon candy sensation reminiscent of an atomic fireball.
Excellent
A texture-driven wood-finishing expression balancing savory spice with a clean finish, earning recognition as a 2021 bourbon of the year for its cohesive and memorable profile.
Harsh
Forgettable
Satisfying
Impressive
Undrinkable
Substandard
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Perfection
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