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Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky 70cl - RV Drinks

Bill and Margie Samuels founded this distillery in Loretto, Kentucky back in 1953, choosing red winter wheat over the more common rye to create a genuinely soft, sweet wheated bourbon that's remained a bar cart staple ever since. Golden syrup, vanilla beans and marshmallow open the light, sweet nose alongside a herbal note that cuts through with sawn oak, developing into an intense palate of caramel, vanilla and cornbread with cinnamon bark and a touch of chilli flakes, closing short with caramel, vanilla and drying oak tannins that reflect the wheated recipe's genuinely soft character.

Character

Golden Syrup

Sweet, rounded core

Vanilla Bean

Rich, aromatic warmth

Marshmallow Softness

Gentle, candy-like note

Cornbread & Caramel

Rounded, comforting depth

Wheated Mash Bill

Signature soft character

Hand-Dipped Wax Seal

Iconic bottle presentation

Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky 70cl

Name: Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky 70cl
Brand: Maker's Mark
Price: 35.49 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (10 reviews)

Vendor: Maker's Mark

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Availability: In Stock

Product Type: Whiskey

            
              Wheated Mash Bill
            
              Red Wax Seal Icon

            
              45%
            
              Loretto, Kentucky Since 1953

            
              USA
            
              Hand-Dipped Bottles

            
              Bottle Size
            
              70cl

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Bill and Margie Samuels founded this distillery in Loretto, Kentucky back in 1953, choosing red winter wheat over the more common rye to create a genuinely soft, sweet wheated bourbon that's remained a bar cart staple ever since. Golden syrup, vanilla beans and marshmallow open the light, sweet nose alongside a herbal note that cuts through with sawn oak, developing into an intense palate of caramel, vanilla and cornbread with cinnamon bark and a touch of chilli flakes, closing short with caramel, vanilla and drying oak tannins that reflect the wheated recipe's genuinely soft character.

Character

Golden Syrup

Sweet, rounded core

Vanilla Bean

Rich, aromatic warmth

Marshmallow Softness

Gentle, candy-like note

Cornbread & Caramel

Rounded, comforting depth

Wheated Mash Bill

Signature soft character

Hand-Dipped Wax Seal

Iconic bottle presentation

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Warm golden colour. Rich, inviting hue. Clear and bright. Classic wheated bourbon look.

Aroma

Golden syrup leads first. Vanilla beans follow closely. Marshmallow beneath. Light, sweet bouquet.

Palate

Intense entry throughout. Caramel and vanilla develop next. Cornbread present. Sawn oak overall.

Finish

Short departure. Caramel and vanilla linger gently. Drying oak tannins remain. Clean, satisfying close.

Specification

Attribute	Details
Type	Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Mash Bill	70% Corn, 16% Red Winter Wheat, 14% Malted Barley
ABV (Alcohol by Volume)	45% vol
Volume	70cl
Ageing	Approximately 6-7 years
Origin	Loretto, Kentucky, USA
Founded	1953
Storage	Store upright at room temperature, away from direct light
Serving Suggestion	Enjoy neat, on ice, or in an Old Fashioned

How to Enjoy

Serve neat in a rocks glass to appreciate its soft character.
Enjoy on the rocks for a cooler, more relaxed serve.
Use in a classic Old Fashioned or Whiskey Sour.
Store upright at room temperature, away from sunlight.
Sip slowly to appreciate its sweet, wheated profile.
Ideal for gifting given its iconic hand-dipped wax seal.

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FAQs

What makes Maker's Mark a 'wheated' bourbon?

It uses red winter wheat instead of the more common rye as its secondary grain, resulting in a softer, sweeter character than many other Kentucky bourbons.

What is the ABV of Maker's Mark?

It's bottled at 45% ABV (90 proof), standard for this classic wheated bourbon.

When was Maker's Mark founded?

It was founded by Bill and Margie Samuels in 1953 in Loretto, Kentucky, and has been part of the Beam Suntory portfolio since 2005.

What does Maker's Mark taste like?

Expect golden syrup, vanilla beans and marshmallow on the nose, developing into an intense palate of caramel, vanilla and cornbread, finishing short with drying oak tannins.

Why is Maker's Mark known for its red wax seal?

Each bottle is hand-dipped in the brand's signature red wax, an iconic visual element that's become synonymous with the Maker's Mark brand.