Released in 2010, the Maker's 46 is named for the number of different wood 'recipes' tried before getting it right. The distillery takes the fully matured standard Maker's Mark at cask strength, and then finishes it in barrels containing 10 toasted new French oak staves for nine weeks. Bottled at 47%.

Nose: Hints of wood staves, caramel and sweetness.

Palate: Very intense flavours; a big crescendo of wood blending perfectly with deep, complex and rich notes of vanilla and caramel.

Finish: Smooth and subtle.

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