Maker’s Mark Cask Strength: Uncut, Unfiltered, and Unapologetically Bold
Maker’s Mark Cask Strength is the full-flavoured, full-proof version of the classic wheated bourbon loved around the world. Bottled straight from the barrel at around 54.5-58% ABV, it offers the same smooth, soft wheat profile as the original, but with a richer, more intense delivery. This uncut, unfiltered bourbon is produced in small batches at the Maker’s Mark Distillery in Loretto, Kentucky, using the same time-honoured mash bill: 70% corn, 16% red winter wheat, and 14% malted barley.
On the nose, it opens with rich caramel, vanilla bean, and baking spice. The palate is powerful yet balanced, bursting with notes of dark toffee, cinnamon, roasted nuts, and a velvety dose of oak and char. The wheat softens the high proof, making it bold but not brash. The finish is long, warm, and satisfying, with lingering brown sugar and spice.
What makes Maker’s Mark Cask Strength so good is its purity and precision. It captures the true flavour of Maker’s Mark straight from the barrel, with all the texture and complexity intact. For fans of full-bodied bourbon, it’s a must-try ,expressive, handcrafted, and authentically Kentucky.
Awards:
- Double Gold: San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2023
- Gold: San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2021
- Gold: International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC), 2021
- 95 points: International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC).
