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Maker's Mark 2026 Cellar Aged Bourbon Blends Oldest Whiskeys Yet, Releases September 1

other · 2026-08-18

On September 1, Maker's Mark will introduce its 2026 Cellar Aged bourbon, retailing at $175 and offered in select locations across the United States. This distinctive bourbon features a blend of the distillery's oldest expressions: 49% aged for 11 years, 33% for 12 years, and 18% for 14 years, with an alcohol content of 112.1 proof. According to Master Distiller Dr. Blake Layfield, the bourbon undergoes further maturation in a cool limestone cellar, enhancing its flavor profile. This year’s release contains more aged whiskey compared to the previous year and will also be available internationally in several countries.

Key facts

  • The 2026 edition of Maker's Mark Cellar Aged includes 14-year-old bourbon for the first time in some releases.
  • Blend composition: 49% 11-year-old, 33% 12-year-old, 18% 14-year-old bourbon.
  • Bottled at 112.1 proof (56.05% ABV).
  • Available September 1 at select U.S. retailers with SRP $175.
  • Rollout to U.K., Germany, Korea, Japan, Australia, and global travel retail after initial release.
  • Master distiller Dr. Blake Layfield describes cellaring as refining maturation, not stopping it.
  • Whiskey is initially aged in rickhouses then moved to a limestone cellar at about 50°F.
  • Previous releases did not contain 14-year-old bourbon; last year's blend was 74% 11-year, 10% 13-year, and 16% 14-year.
  • Age does not necessarily indicate quality, according to the article.

Entities

Artists

  • Blake Layfield
  • Jonah Flicker

Institutions

  • Maker's Mark
  • Robb Report

Locations

  • Kentucky
  • United States
  • United Kingdom
  • Germany
  • Korea
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Scotland

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