The Maker’s Mark 46 Cask Strength Bourbon is the boldest expression of the iconic Maker’s 46 profile—bottled at full barrel proof to showcase its amplified depth, spice, and luxurious finish. This is the purest form of the 46 experience, delivering the signature French oak influence with the intensity that only cask strength can offer. If you love rich texture, warm baking spices, and long, powerful finishes, this is the ultimate Maker’s Mark release.

Unlike the standard 46, this cask strength version bypasses dilution, allowing the flavors developed during finishing in seared French oak staves to come through with full force. It’s complex yet balanced, robust yet elegant—crafted for those who want to experience Maker’s Mark the way the master distillers taste it straight from the barrel.

Why Buy Maker’s Mark 46 Cask Strength Bourbon?

This is Maker’s Mark like you’ve never experienced it—unchill filtered, undiluted, and deeply layered. The French oak staves introduce notes of caramelized wood, vanilla, spice, and dark fruit, while the elevated proof enhances mouthfeel and finish. It’s a must-have for collectors, connoisseurs, and anyone who appreciates the artistry of stave finishing at full intensity.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Toasted oak, caramel, vanilla bean, and baking spice with hints of dark cherry and crème brûlée
Palate: Rich layers of cinnamon, caramelized sugar, brown butter, and maple, followed by dark fruit and French oak spice
Finish: Long, warming, and sweetly spiced with lingering notes of oak char, vanilla, and cocoa

The Story

Maker’s 46 was the first innovation ever released from the Maker’s Mark distillery, named after the stave profile “46” used to finish the bourbon. This cask strength edition pays tribute to that pioneering spirit by offering the whisky in its purest form—exactly as it tastes before it’s ever proofed down. It’s powerful, refined, and unmistakably Maker’s.

Serving Suggestions

• Neat: Best enjoyed slowly to appreciate the complexity

• With a drop of water: Opens the French oak sweetness and vanilla

• Premium Old Fashioned: Adds intensity and luxury to a classic cocktail

Our Guarantee

At Quality Liquor Store, every bottle of Maker’s Mark 46 Cask Strength Bourbon is sourced directly and handled with care. With limited availability and unmatched flavor depth, this is the pinnacle of Maker’s innovation—crafted for true bourbon purists. Secure your bottle today and experience the legendary 46 profile at full strength.