It is National Bourbon Week! And we have some heavy hitters lined up for it. Join Dan, Nick, Calvin, Mike, and Bob as we explore the nuances of Maker's Mark bourbons, including the wood finishing series, Star Hill Farm releases, and the art of blending and aging in bourbon production. This episode offers insights into bourbon craftsmanship, tasting notes, and industry trends. Our next episode will be even heavier, so please like, follow, and subscribe!
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Key topics
Maker's Mark wood finishing series (French oak, American oak)
Star Hill Farm bourbon and its significance
Bourbon blending and aging processes
Differences between various Maker's Mark releases (2024, 2025, 2026)
Tasting notes and personal preferences on bourbons
Industry insights on bourbon production and market trends
takeaways
Maker's Mark's wood finishing series offers diverse flavor profiles based on stave types.
Star Hill Farm's bourbon is rooted in Kentucky agriculture and family history.
Blending and aging are both science and art, crucial for flavor development.
Limited production and quality control are key to Maker's Mark's success.
Personal preferences vary, but all discussed bourbons have unique qualities.
Sound bites
"French oak gives a caramel sweetness"
"A long, consistent finish"
"Very smooth and well done"
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Maker's Mark Series
02:39 Exploring the Wood Finishing Series
04:14 Tasting the 2024 and 2025 Releases
06:50 The 2026 Release and Star Hill Farms
09:20 The Cellar Aged Release
11:29 Comparing the Releases
13:57 Personal Preferences and Reflections
16:14 The Future of Maker's Mark
17:38 Closing Thoughts and Toasts
29:09 NEWCHAPTER
Resources
Bourbon, Brass & Beyond - https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com
Maker's Mark Official Website - https://www.makersmark.com
Bourbon Pursuit Podcast - https://bourbonpursuit.com
Kevin from Bourbon Notes - https://twitter.com/BourbonNotes