Tasting Notes

Maker’s Mark Bourbon is the flagship expression of the distillery, crafted with a wheated mashbill that replaces rye with red winter wheat for a smoother, softer profile. The nose opens with aromas of caramel, vanilla, and honey accented by toasted oak and a hint of spice. On the palate, it is smooth and approachable, offering flavors of toffee, roasted nuts, and cocoa balanced by gentle baking spice and citrus peel. The texture is rounded and velvety, making it highly versatile for sipping neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails. The finish is medium in length, leaving lingering notes of caramel, oak, and soft spice.

Food Pairings

Starter Spiced pecans or smoked charcuterie, complementing the bourbon’s nutty sweetness.

Main Course Grilled chicken or pork chops, where the whiskey’s caramel and oak enhance savory flavors.

Cheese Aged cheddar or Gouda, pairing with the bourbon’s smooth, sweet character.

Dessert Bread pudding or pecan pie, echoing the whiskey’s caramel, nut, and cocoa notes.