Nose: Caramel, there’s a curry-like spice smell to it, sweet tea, when I go back there’s a heavy burnt sugar note Taste: Orange peel, banana sweetness, lighter flavors than expected from a cask strength, charred corn Finish: A little short but lots of warm apples and spice
Phenomenal! Same great Maker's Mark taste and smoothness just at a higher ABV. The slightly extra heat provided by the higher proof is not detrimental in any way and does not need to be feared...it only adds to an already great palate. The wheated mash bill keeps any "burn" normally associated with cask strength bourbons in check. A real winner!
