{"product_id":"makers-mark-46-bourbon","title":"Maker's Mark 46 Bourbon","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Bolder Kentucky Bourbon with Layers of Vanilla, Caramel and Spice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome bourbons are defined by their recipe, others by the way they are matured. Maker’s Mark 46 brings both together, taking the familiar character of Maker’s Mark and giving it an extra dimension through an innovative French-oak finishing process. The result is a richer, more intense bourbon that retains the smooth, approachable character of the original while adding remarkable depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated by Bill Samuels Jr., son of Maker’s Mark founders Bill and Margie Samuels, Maker’s Mark 46 was introduced in 2010 as the distillery’s first major new expression in decades. Its name comes from the number assigned to the French oak stave profile that ultimately produced the desired flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe process begins with fully matured Maker’s Mark bourbon. Ten specially seared virgin French oak staves are then inserted into the barrels, allowing the whiskey to develop further in the distillery's limestone cellar. This additional maturation brings out deeper layers of caramelised wood, vanilla and baking spice, without introducing the excessive bitterness that can sometimes accompany prolonged oak ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose opens with toasted French oak, caramel and warming baking spices. On the palate, rich vanilla and sweet caramel develop alongside cinnamon, gentle spice and beautifully integrated oak. The 47% ABV bottling gives the bourbon extra presence, while its velvety texture and long, warming finish make it particularly rewarding to sip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fantastic expression for anyone who appreciates American whiskey, Maker’s Mark 46 is equally at home in a quality whiskey collection or as the foundation for a more sophisticated bourbon cocktail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we love it:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker’s Mark 46 takes everything enjoyable about the original bourbon and adds another layer of complexity through its French-oak finishing. The combination of rich vanilla, caramelised wood and warming baking spice gives it a fuller personality, while the smooth texture keeps it remarkably approachable. A lovely choice for sipping slowly, and an excellent upgrade for anyone looking to explore more characterful Kentucky bourbon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Makers Mark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55104660046170,"sku":"085246502327","price":66.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/1745\/4426\/files\/Makers_Mark_46_Bourbon.webp?v=1794351360","url":"https:\/\/vpmerchants.com\/products\/makers-mark-46-bourbon","provider":"VP Merchants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}