Makers Mark Limited Edition BRT-01 2022 750ml

BRT-01 is the first of two limited-edition releases in Maker’s Mark’s 2022 Wood Finishing Series. Crafted to highlight the bold flavors that emerge from barrels aged at the warmer top levels of the rickhouse, this bourbon delivers a rich and layered tasting experience. Finished with American oak staves and bottled at cask strength, it reveals the influence of heat on maturation and flavor intensity.

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Caramelized sugar, vanilla bean, buttered toast, roasted nuts, and warm spice

Palate: Full-bodied and creamy, with flavors of toffee, cinnamon, nutmeg, almond, and baked pastry

Finish: Long and toasty with lingering oak spice, dark vanilla, and a hint of peppered sweetness

Details:

Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Series: Wood Finishing Series (2022)

Edition: BRT‑01

Stave Finish: American oak staves emulating top-of-rickhouse aging

ABV: 54.7%

Proof: 109.4

Volume: 750 ml

Filtration: Non-chill filtered

Color: Deep golden amber

Why It’s Special:
BRT-01 focuses on the bold and caramel-forward flavors that come from higher heat and airflow during aging. It’s a perfect choice for fans of rich, spiced bourbons who want to explore the effects of rickhouse placement on flavor development.

Serving Suggestion:
Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to bring out its layered sweetness and barrel spice. Excellent for slow sipping or as a special pour to share.