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Whiskey Review: Maker’s Mark commUNITY Batch

We review Maker’s Mark CommUNITY Batch, a special version of this popular bourbon brand released last year to support trade and hospitality partners across the country.

OVERALL RATING

8
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Maker’s Mark CommUNITY Bourbon

Tasting Notes

About:

107.7 proof, 53.85% ABV. Blend of 37 barrels of different Maker’s Mark Private Selections. ~$70 per 750ml bottle.
Appearance:
Copper with red hues. In the glass, there were lots of legs along the glass, however slow moving.
Nose:
Immediately hot and astringent. After letting it rest a minute, there were classic bourbon notes of amarena cherry mixed with candied orange zest and burnt sugar.
Palate:


Finish:
Comments:
This was a good whiskey, albeit a bit rough on it’s own. It’s big, but lacks balance, depending on your palate. At the end of the day, the addition of a few drops of water led this one towards its zone. The whiskey opened up significantly with more of the caramel and fruit flavors being pronounced.rnrnThis whiskey would be fantastic in a cocktail. For sure in one of the classics, though would totally play well in a house cocktail at your local bar. As with many whiskeys out there, have fun with it!

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Kenji Mizumori

Kenji Mizumori, a seasoned bartender at the Pope House Bourbon Lounge in Portland, Oregon, has been a devoted bourbon enthusiast for decades. He has a particular fondness for bold, high-proof whiskeys, favoring those that exceed 100 proof.

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