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Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series "The Keepers Release" - 109.2 Proof (54.6% ABV)
$109.99 USD
The Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series "The Keepers Release" is a 2025 limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled at 109.2 proof (54.6% ABV). It is the second release in the second chapter of the Wood Finishing Series and is a tribute to the distillery's warehouse team, the "keepers" who oversee the maturation of the whisky.
Production Details
- Proof: 109.2 (54.6% ABV).
- Mash Bill: The standard Maker's Mark recipe of 70% corn, 16% soft red winter wheat, and 14% malted barley.
- Finishing Process: Fully matured, cask-strength Maker's Mark (aged around 6-7 years) is finished with a unique profile of ten virgin toasted American oak staves. The final product is a blend of two batches: one finished for five weeks and the other for nine weeks, both in the distillery's limestone cellar.
Tasting Notes
The use of toasted American oak staves gives this expression a bold, oak-forward profile that is distinct from the typical, softer Maker's Mark character.
- Nose: Aromas of seasoned oak, crème brûlée (caramelized sugar), and vanilla are prominent. Hints of tobacco leaf, dried red fruits (like cherry or raspberry), and a touch of dark chocolate are also present.
- Palate: The palate is rich and full-bodied with a viscous mouthfeel. Flavors of bold toasted oak, brown sugar, and a creamy, caramel sweetness dominate, balanced by notes of cinnamon, baking spices, and a subtle touch of dried dark fruit or cherry cola.
- Finish: The finish is long and enveloping, described as dry and oak-forward, with lingering notes of sweet oak, allspice, and a touch of dark chocolate or toasted marshmallow.
