The batch is made up of six production dates that were aged in six different warehouses. The breakdown of barrel storage for Booker's “Kentucky Tea Batch” is as follows: 2% came from the 3rd floor of 7-story warehouse 5, 1% came from the 4th floor of 7-story warehouse X, 1% came from the 4th floor of 9-story warehouse D, 12% came from the 4th floor of 7-story warehouse 1, 24% came from the 5th floor of 7-story warehouse Q, 14% came from the 6th floor of 7-story warehouse Q, 46% came from the 6th floor of 7-story warehouse Z. This batch was pulled on a hot and humid day in July. The color of this liquid is golden amber, and you embrace the dark, sweet vanilla aroma right away. With just one taste, your mouth is filled with rich and sweet flavors of vanilla. The lingering finish isn't overpowering, so soon after you'll want another sip. I made myself a Kentucky Tea with Kentucky Tea Batch, and it brought back memories of my dad sitting at his own kitchen table enjoying his Kentucky Tea with supper.

The Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series returns with our anticipated Fall edition. Following up on spring's FAE-01, this fourth limited release from the series is here after a full year of wood experimentation. The result is a rich, wonderfully oaky bourbon. FAE-02 honors our signature whisky with a focus on mouthfeel and big, round woody notes. There's enough spice to give it body and balance but the luscious texture is what really stands out. Bottles of this rare bourbon will number in the precious few, so be on the lookout.