Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release Cask Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky 700mL

“The nose has an aroma of brown bread that’s been spread with apple butter that’s heavy on the spice mix (clove, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and a hint of ginger). The palate takes on richer notes of buttery caramel fudge, walnuts, dried cherries, and hot cinnamon. There’s a fair amount of viscosity and flavors of sweet wheat cereal on the midpalate, leading to a sumptuous, rich and spicy finish that exhibits a gentle tinge of charred oak and leather.” – Amanda Schuster, Distiller (93 Points)

“The highest aged release ever from Maker’s Mark gives fans what they’ve been asking for.” – Breakingbourbon.com

“For now, I’m incredibly pleased, and I cannot wait to see this product again at the end of the year when I am considering my whiskey of the year for 2023, as it will absolutely be in the running.  If I gave a ‘kickass whiskey award’ this bottle would get it.” – John H. The Bourbon Finder

“Maker’s Mark fans have clamored for years for older, age-stated whiskey. I’m happy to report the wait was very much worth it. The Loretto-based distillery has taken its distillate to new heights, and Cellar Aged should immediately become the gem in the Maker’s Mark lineup.” – David Thomas Tao, VinePair (95 Points)

“At long last, an ultra-aged expression from Maker’s, and it pulls you right in with aromas of cooked cherries, black cherry pudding, and a hint of peppermint. The palate is deliciously spiced but mellow, carrying crème brûlée and light nuttiness, as well as tobacco leaf and orange peel. A dash of cinnamon powder on the finish, coupled with another aromatic burst of cooked cherry and expressed orange.” – Julia Higgins, Whisky Advocate (94 Points)