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Whiskey Review: Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series 2019 Stave Profile RC6

We review Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series 2019 Limited Release Stave Profile RC6, the first in a series of yearly offerings exploring a wood stave-finishing technique to enhance flavor characteristics.

OVERALL RATING

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Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series 2019 Limited Release

Tasting Notes

About:

108.2 proof, 53.9%ABV, $60 for a 750mL
Appearance:
Nice amber color, slightly deeper hue than Maker’s Mark. Some sediment in my sample bottle, which I like.
Nose:
Baking spices, cinnamon, clove, ginger bread, wheat, soft apricot, red apple and a touch of ripe banana.
Palate:
Sweet and pleasant as a wheated bourbon should be! It’s nice to get a kick of alcohol with that soft Maker’s Mark backbone. It’s bolder, with bigger spice and red fruits. The red apple, raspberry and brighter notes comes first as tannins and baking spices come in. It starts to mellow into dessert tones like caramel and toffee. Finally, a touch of chocolate covered banana ends it.
Finish:
Comments:
This is a very well crafted bourbon for several reasons. Of course, it appeals to the growing market of curious drinkers. However, it does this in a way that doesn’t alienate your typical Maker’s Mark drinker. It isn’t vastly different from what one expects from the regular Maker’s Mark. Rather, it highlights and lifts the base spirit.rnrnMaker’s Mark has one of the biggest followings in the bourbon world, so don’t mess with it! Just make something special and keep them coming for more! Cheers.

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.

Cameron Holck

After graduating with an engineering degree in Colorado, Cameron Holck found his true calling in the hospitality industry. He pursued his love of the outdoors to the Pacific Northwest, where he continues his dedication to bartending and serves as a sales representative for Four Roses Bourbon. Cameron believes that a night out is defined by the quality of hospitality and strives to enhance that experience with a fantastic drink (likely whiskey) in your hand.

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