Maker's Mark Private Select "Shut the Box Edition" 109.7 Proof
109.7 proof
NAS
Bourbon
Maker's Mark
Wheat-based (proprietary Maker's Mark recipe)
Nose
Butterscotch sweetness with citrus orange zest, clove, cinnamon, and baking spices; unique spice character with some citrus notes.
Palate
Butterscotch translates well from nose to palate with substantial flavor; sweet initial impression followed by drying with oak and spice; baking spice lingers on the tongue.
Finish
Starts sweet and dries out gradually with oak and baking spice; opens up over time with less citrus and spice intensity, revealing more butterscotch character.
Overall Score
4.1 / 5
A beautiful expression showcasing Maker's Mark's distinctive stave-selection program with well-integrated French oak influence balancing sweetness and spice.
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Undrinkable
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Very good
5.0
Perfection
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