{"product_id":"makers-mark-101-proof-kentucky-straight-bourbon-750ml","title":"Maker's Mark 101 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaker's Mark 101 is the classic Maker's Mark wheated bourbon recipe bottled at a higher 101 proof (50.5% ABV), a release inspired by founder Bill Samuels Sr.'s favorite pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1953 by Bill Samuels Sr., Maker's Mark was created to be a smooth, rich and approachable bourbon, known for its distinctive red wax seal and handcrafted approach. Bill loved to experiment and would occasionally bottle bourbon at a higher proof from a handful of barrels; 101 was his favorite, and he liked to tuck a little aside for friends and special occasions. Its characteristic smoothness and rich flavor come from the soft red winter wheat recipe and the intensity of the higher proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRich, balanced and remarkably smooth, with notes of holiday spice, fruit, caramel and butterscotch; sweet, dark spice on the nose and a creamy, soft palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe red wax seal makes it a truly indulgent gift for life's memorable moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBourbon must be made in the United States from a mash of at least 51% corn and aged in new charred oak containers, and straight bourbon must be aged at least two years. Those rules give bourbon its characteristic sweetness, with caramel and vanilla drawn from the charred barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWheated bourbons swap rye for wheat for a softer profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKentucky straight bourbon must age at least two years in new charred oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA splash of water opens up the caramel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt pairs with pecan pie, barbecue or dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, dark spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit, caramel, butterscotch, creamy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, holiday spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maker's Mark, Kentucky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky straight bourbon, wheated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft red winter wheat recipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 101 proof (50.5% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it on the rocks or mix it into an Old Fashioned; it stands out whether sipped neat or in cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Maker's Mark 101?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe classic recipe bottled at a higher 101 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy 101?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt was founder Bill Samuels Sr.'s favorite proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it taste?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHoliday spice, fruit, caramel and butterscotch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\"\u003eBourbon collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maker's Mark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023610638645,"sku":"VWS_200420780","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-26017.webp?v=1793663131","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/makers-mark-101-proof-kentucky-straight-bourbon-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}