The Maker’s Mark story began over half a century ago, when the Samuels family started their quest to create a bourbon they enjoyed drinking & sharing with friends. & it’s still made in the same way as it was back in 1953. Their method is old-fashioned, timely & inefficient – & they’re fiercely proud about it. Their philosophy is care over convenience, opting to take time to produce quality bourbon by hand – to exacting standards. It’s aged by taste, not time, & the barrels are h&-rotated to ensure perfect, consistent ageing. Using soft red winter wheat, instead of the usual rye, gives a full-flavoured bourbon with rich notes of cinnamon & cloves. Inspired by the pewter mark whitesmiths put on their best work, Maker’s Mark is firmly cemented as one of Kentucky’s finest bourbons. Expect smooth notes of vanilla, baking spices, almond & caramel.