Maker's Mark Maker's 46

About the Maker's Mark Maker's 46

Maker's Mark Maker's 46 is a wheated bourbon from the United States. It is crafted at the historic Star Hill Farm distillery in Kentucky. This expression represents the first major innovation from Maker's Mark since the original bourbon launched in 1958. The production begins with fully matured cask strength Maker's Mark bourbon. Ten seared French oak staves are fitted into the barrel. The whisky then undergoes additional finishing in the distillery's limestone cellar. This unique process imparts complex layers of caramel, vanilla, and baking spice. Maker's Mark uses soft red winter wheat instead of rye in their mash bill. That creates the honeycomb sweetness that defines their house character. The French oak finishing adds notes of cinnamon, butterscotch, and dried fruit. Oak and char notes build through the finish. At 47% ABV, Maker's Mark Maker's 46 delivers balanced complexity. Apple and grape fruit notes appear alongside citrus brightness. Bread and malty grain undertones support the sweeter top notes. Lemon zest and pepper add a gentle spice edge. Floral spearmint hints keep the profile fresh. Oaky char and honeycomb sweetness define the lasting finish. The wheated mash bill keeps the spice approachable throughout. Bill Samuels Jr. designed it as his personal signature bourbon. This bourbon drinks beautifully neat. It bridges familiar wheated bourbon comfort with a more layered and spice-forward oak profile. Each layer unfolds on the tongue in sequence. The limestone cellar finishing ensures the oak integration remains subtle yet profound. It suits whisky drinkers seeking elevated flavour without harsh edges.