Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series Stewards Release

Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series The Steward’s Release is a cask strength bourbon finished with custom toasted oak staves, delivering a richer, layered profile with notes of cherry, honey, and toasted sweetness.

This is not standard Maker’s Mark.
It’s a limited Wood Finishing Series release built to highlight deeper flavor, higher proof, and more structure.

Why Buy The Steward’s Release

This bottle is about getting more intensity and character out of Maker’s.

You’re getting:

• a cask strength Wood Finishing Series release (approx. 109–113 proof)
• enhanced flavor from custom oak stave finishing
• a richer, more developed version of Maker’s Mark
• a limited release with real collector and drinking appeal

It’s a clear step up from everyday Maker’s.

What Makes This Bourbon Different

The Wood Finishing Series uses a unique process—adding specially selected oak staves to fully matured bourbon to amplify flavor.

Key characteristics:

• finished with 10 custom toasted oak staves
• designed to enhance the core Maker’s Mark profile, not replace it
• part of a limited annual series highlighting different aspects of the distillery

This release focuses on balance and depth, bringing more complexity without losing the smooth wheated base.

Tasting Notes

Color
Rich amber

Nose
Cherry pie, vanilla bean

Palate
Honey, toasted marshmallow, candied ginger

Finish
Stone fruit, salted caramel, vibrant and slightly sweet

What Goes Best With This Bourbon

Grilled meats

Roasted nuts

Dark chocolate

Caramel desserts

Serving Suggestions

Neat: Best for full flavor and proof

With Water: Opens up sweetness and spice

Over Ice: Slightly mellows the proof

After Dinner: Works as a dessert-style bourbon

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a limited release?
Yes. It’s part of the annual Wood Finishing Series and released in small batches.

What proof is this bourbon?
Cask strength, typically between 109–113 proof depending on batch.

How is this different from regular Maker’s Mark?
It uses custom oak stave finishing to create more depth, higher intensity, and a more complex profile.

Our Guarantee | Quality Liquor Store

At Quality Liquor Store, every bottle of Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series The Steward’s Release is sourced from trusted distributors and handled with care to ensure authenticity. Orders are securely packaged so you receive exactly what’s listed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this different from regular Maker’s Mark?
Yes. It uses a wood finishing process that adds more depth and complexity.

Is this a limited release?
Yes. It’s part of the Wood Finishing Series with limited availability.

Is it good for collectors or drinking?
Both. It has collectible appeal but is made to be enjoyed.

Our Guarantee | Quality Liquor Store

At Quality Liquor Store, every bottle of Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series The Steward’s Release is sourced from trusted distributors and handled with care to ensure authenticity. Orders are securely packaged so you receive exactly what’s listed.