{"product_id":"makers-mark-wood-finishing-series-the-stewards-release-2026-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"Makers Mark Wood Finishing Series 'The Stewards Release' 2026 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUS Only Release\u003cbr\u003e2026 Release\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e54.9% \/ 109.8 Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stewards Release continues to celebrate the artistry of the Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series, utilising innovative oak stave techniques to craft bold and complex flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stewards Release celebrates the dedicated team at Star Hill Farm, who meticulously oversee every aspect of the process to produce Maker’s Mark. Their craftsmanship, precision, and expertise ensure that we navigate challenges seamlessly, delivering excellence from the initial liquid to the final bottling. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis release pays tribute to the unwavering care and commitment of the distillery’s \"stewards,\" whose attention to detail embodies our pursuit of quality in every drop.\u2028The result is a vibrant expression, with hints of raw honey and stone fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBright, Cherry Pie, Vanilla Beans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHoney, Toasted Marshmallow, Candied Ginger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA vibrant forward finish with notes of stone fruit and salted caramel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The Stewards Release\" is a more fruit-forward stave-finished bourbon in Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series that offers a sweeter, slightly more nuanced take on the series' signature oak-heavy flavor profile.\" \u003c\/em\u003e- Eric Hasman, Breaking Bourbon (Well Above Average)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a Confident, Oak-Forward Maker’s With Plenty to Say. What I love about the 2026 Steward’s Release is how intentionally it leans into the oak without tipping into harsh territory. Ten virgin oak staves have been craftfully used to create a pour that feels familiar to the Maker’s faithful but bold enough to intrigue anyone who enjoys a more oak-driven profile.\" \u003c\/em\u003e- Joseph Bourbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSince Maker's makes no bad whiskey, what's in the bottle is good sipping whiskey.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Steve Coomes, Bourbon \u0026amp; Banter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eI found the nose led with the kind of eucalyptus and pine scent I often encounter hiking through a Portuguese forest, backed by a stewed pot of dark berries (blackberries, mulberries) seasoned with vanilla. On the palate, that current of forest notes turns tannic, oaky and spicy, but that is moderated by a certain non-descript, earthy quality. The sweet side clings to character that is very much like benchmark bourbon brown sugar plus vanilla, with those dark berry notes stirred in. The finish strips that down to a pinch of baking spices.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Richard Thomas, The Whiskey Reviewer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRock solid. Not complex but super tasty and sweet, with a perfect amount of complementary oak.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - David Morrow, The Daily Pour (89 Points)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Makers Mark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48563390021847,"sku":"MAKERS-MARK-STEWARDS-RELEASE","price":279.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-makers-stewards-release.jpg?v=1777529862","url":"https:\/\/thedrinksociety.com.au\/products\/makers-mark-wood-finishing-series-the-stewards-release-2026-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","provider":"The Drink Society","version":"1.0","type":"link"}