Maker’s Mark 46 Kentucky Bourbon Whisky

Maker’s 46 was created by Bill Samuels Jr. to amplify the flavors he loves in Maker’s Mark. The innovative wood stave finishing process starts with fully matured Maker’s Mark at cask strength. We then insert seared virgin French oak staves into the barrel and finish it a bit longer in our limestone cellar. The result is Maker’s 46: bolder and more complex but without the bitterness typical of longer aged whiskies. 47% ABV 94 Proof Tasting notes Aroma: Hints of French oak caramel and sweetness. Taste: Very intense flavors wood blending nicely with complex rich notes of vanilla and caramel. Finish: Smooth and subtle. The Maker’s 46 story Over the years whenever Bill Samuels Jr. was out spreading the word about Maker’s Mark fans of the brand would ask him when he was going to introduce something new. Not being a big believer in line extensions or flavored bourbons Bill pretty much ignored them for a good while. But in 2008 he and our then-Master Distill