Maker's Mark Bourbon Cask Strength

Bottled at 108 to 114 proof, Maker's Mark Cask Strength amps up the front-of-the-palate flavors of Maker's Mark. In other words, it's Maker's with a lot more Maker's. But the higher alcohol content of our Cask Strength isn't the story here - it's the taste. Maker's Mark Cask Strength has more of the rich oak, vanilla, caramel and spice that are the signature flavors of Maker's Mark.Straight from the barrel to the bottle at 108 to 114 proof, it's Maker's with a lot more Maker's.More of the rich oak, vanilla, caramel and spice that are the signature flavors of Maker's Mark.It's Cask Strength but it's Maker's smooth.Made slowly in small batches at our historic distillery in Loretto, KentuckyEach bottle is hand dipped in our signature red waxPerfect for sipping neat or on the rocks.Signature Maker's Mark deliciously smooth finish.Signature front-of-the-palate flavors of Maker's Mark - while amping up the oak, caramel, vanilla and spice to create a remarkable new bourbon.. The nose offers bold notes of cocoa powder, brown sugar, peanuts, licorice, cherry pie, vanilla ice cream, and baking spice. The palate is creamy, with chocolate fudge, almonds, and shortbread, along with earthier notes of drying oak, old leather, and tobacco leaf. Cracked walnuts on the finish, along with almonds, chocolate, toasted oak, orange, and tea leaves. Lots of sweetness, spice, and nuttiness, all ringed by a hint of black pepper. (12,000 bottles)
A bourbon not crafted for the weak of heart - this whiskey has ferocious notes of baked cinnamon, toasted oak, baked honey, and vanilla nougat. The palate is a mouthful with creamy corn custard tones and a pleasantly fiery finish. - 2018 Ultimate Spirits Challenge Liquor