Warm tobacco and caramel drift up like a midwinter memory, pulling you into a sip that opens with toasted oak, brown sugar, and a ribbon of baking spice. Maker’s Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky Knicks Edition 1L carries ABV 45.00%, is from the United States, and shows its bourbon identity through sweet corn-forward grain, vanilla, toasted cooper, and a long, gently smoky finish from time in new charred oak barrels. This bottle works beautifully alongside a square of dark chocolate to sharpen the cocoa bitterness or with smoky brisket to echo the meat’s char and amplify savory spices.
Producer Information: Maker’s Mark Distillery
Maker’s Mark Distillery in Loretto, Kentucky was reshaped in the 1950s when Bill Samuels Sr. acquired the old Burks’ distillery and, with Margie Samuels’ aesthetic touches, launched Maker’s Mark as a distinctly softer, wheated bourbon that emphasized approachable proof, small-batch attention and a signature hand-dipped red wax seal; the operation foregrounds limestone-filtered spring water, open fermentations and slow barrel aging on site to maintain a consistent Kentucky bourbon profile, and while still tied to its family-oriented origins the brand today sits within the Beam Suntory portfolio; in addition to its flagship bourbon the distillery produces bottlings such as Maker’s 46, Maker’s Mark Cask Strength and Maker’s Mark Private Selection, and leverages its Loretto location for visitor-focused tours and on-site maturation programs.
Ordering and Delivery Options for this American Whiskey
Alcohol Delivery & Pickup Methods
All alcohol delivery orders will be confirmed by email during business hours within 1 business day. If there are any problems with your order, we will contact you via email. We use the following fulfillment methods:
Planning to pick up a bottle in person? Here’s how to reach our Bronx store from the Metro Botanical Garden station:
Directions:
From the Metro station, Head northwest on Bedford Park Blvd toward Webster Ave (282 ft).
Turn right onto Webster Ave (0.1 mi).
Turn left onto E Mosholu Pkwy S (1.0 mi).
Turn left toward Goulden Ave (0.1 mi).
Turn right onto Goulden Ave (259 ft).
Turn left onto Sedgwick Ave (0.3 mi).
Turn right onto Van Cortlandt Ave W (0.2 mi).
Slight left onto Bailey Ave (0.2 mi).
Turn right onto W 238th St (0.2 mi).
Turn left onto Broadway (364 ft).
You have arrived at our store.
Store Address:
Broadway Liquor & Wine Warehouse
5790 Broadway, Bronx, NY 10463, United States.
American Whiskey is a distinct category of distilled spirits primarily made from grains such as corn, rye, barley, and wheat. This spirit is characterized by its unique distillation methods—either pot still or column still—and is aged in new charred oak barrels. The aging process varies by type; for instance, straight whiskey must be aged for a minimum of two years. The flavor profiles differ significantly among styles: Bourbon offers sweet notes of caramel and vanilla with hints of spice, while Rye Whiskey presents a spicier character with peppery undertones and citrus hints.
The texture of American Whiskey can range from smooth to rich, depending on the specific style being enjoyed. Regions like Kentucky are renowned for Bourbon production, while Tennessee is known for its mellow Tennessee Whiskey that often undergoes charcoal filtering. Commonly used in classic cocktails such as the Old Fashioned and Manhattan, American Whiskey can also be savored neat or on the rocks. Understanding terms like mash bill and proof further enhances appreciation for this versatile spirit.
