Voted the 2nd best whiskey of 2021 by the Whisky Advocate, The FAE-01 is an impressive and exciting limited edition release imbued with the distinctive, rich aroma of Maker's Mark's iconic barrel warehouse. The third installment of the Wood Finishing Series, 2021's FAE-01 is a charismatic and considered bourbon that accentuates and amplifies the raw woodiness and natural power of Maker's through a unique 'half-seared' stave finishing process. Bottled at cask strength, a hefty 110.6 proof, expect hearty wood notes and earthy undertones working in unison with subtle tobacco and swathes of dark fruit, all of which culminate in a synchronized and complex tasting experience before giving way to a long, lingering creamy finish.

Blue Run is fast becoming a bourbon phenomenon, and while some would argue its thanks to the marketing hype that surrounds the brand, they have consistently produced whiskeys of exceptional calibre and quality and the 14 year old is no exception. Awarded the Best in Class for the 'small batch 11 years & older' category at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Blue Run's 14 year old is a magnificent culmination of complexity and balance, with a profile that dances between orange citrus hints, swathes of French Toast and an underlying, nuanced oakiness that ties the bourbon together soundly.