Makers Mark Wood Finishing Series 'The Keepers Release' 2025 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750mL

US Only Release

The Keepers Release celebrates those who craft our handmade bourbon at Star Hill Farm. It is inspired by the people who oversee the maturation of our whisky, the true "Keepers" of Maker's Mark.


This bold expression features hints of seasoned oak and brûlée sugar, offering a long and enveloping mouthfeel with notes of dried fruit and roasted sweetness.

Tasting Notes:

Aroma: Seasoned oak, brûlée sugar, tobacco.

Taste: Bold, toasted oak, subtle sweetness.

Finish: Long and enveloping with notes of dried dark fruit and roasted sweetness.

"Both criminally affordable and criminally delicious. Don’t sleep on this one." - Christopher Null, Drinkhacker (95 Points)

"In my mind, the latest Wood Finishing Series is something of a return to form for a usually high quality series. I found The Hearts Release serviceable, but a tad underwhelming; The Keepers Release is comparatively a big step up, and a flavorful expression in its own right." - David Thomas Tao, VinePair (92 Points)

"This may be my favorite of the lot; perhaps for its straightforward, flavor-packed presentation ... This one, however, stands out on its own for its approachability and simplicity. Less, it seems, is more for The Keepers Release, a lot more, in fact ... Are you thinking that this is a liquid dessert? It almost is." - Steve Coomes, Bourbon Banter

"And though The Heart Release was one of my favorite new bottles of 2024, The Keepers Release blew past it." - Matt Allyn, Mens Journal

"The aroma is enticing with notes of vanilla, cinnamon, toasted corn, and beeswax. As you continue to drink you'll find some fruity flavors of berries and apple skins as well as a touch of fresh green herbs. At 109 plus proof there's a bit of a bite on the tongue with a white pepper taste, but it's not difficult to drink. The body is of moderate weight and there's an underlying char smoke here as well. Bittersweet finish. All in all, a bourbon with a nice depth for a solid price." - Stephanie Moreno, Distiller (90 Points)

"This is quintessential Maker's Mark, and it's delicious." - Bottle Raiders (93 Points)