How Much Does Makers Mark 46 Cost in 2026?
Makers Mark 46 — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 375ml (Pint) 12.7 oz | $18.00 | $1.42 | $2.12 | 8.5 |
| 1.75L (Handle) 59.2 oz | $59.25 | $1.00 | $1.50 | 39.4 |
About Makers Mark 46
Maker's Mark 46 is a premium Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey produced by Jim Beam Brands, bottled at 47% ABV (94 proof) and available in sizes like 750ml, 375ml, and 1750ml. Developed by Bill Samuels Jr., it enhances the classic wheated Maker's Mark profile through a unique finishing process: fully aged bourbon at cask strength is transferred to barrels with specially seared French oak staves (profile #46), imparting deeper notes of vanilla, caramel, toasted oak, and spice without added bitterness, then rested in a cool limestone cellar for nine weeks. This creates a bolder, more complex expression that's smooth and versatile—ideal for sipping neat, on rocks, or in cocktails—for bourbon enthusiasts seeking refinement beyond the standard 90-proof Maker's Mark. In its category, it stands out among wheated bourbons for French oak influence, offering elevated sophistication at a accessible price point compared to pricier small-batch options, though some critics note variability in batches.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
The aroma greets with hints of toasty French oak, rich caramel, and warm baking spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Subtle toffee sweetness mingles with freshly cut wood and sawdust notes, evoking deep, thick caramel. Some detect lighter herbal menthol or butterscotch undertones.
👅 Palate
On the palate, it's mildly sweet and layered with deep vanilla, caramelized wood sugars, and spice explosions of allspice, mulled wine notes, and cinnamon. The mouthfeel is creamy and soft, opening to fruity stone fruits like nectarines with a rye-like backbone, light proof heat, and grassy hints, though some find it unbalanced or oaky. It maintains the wheated smoothness of Maker's Mark with added boldness.
✨ Finish
The finish is velvety, subtle, and pleasingly long, with lingering sweet spices concentrating on the tongue.
Popular Cocktails with Makers Mark 46
46 Summer Manhattan — Mix 2 parts Maker’s Mark 46, 1 part amber vermouth, and 2 dashes orange bitters; stir with ice, strain into a rocks glass, and garnish with a citrus twist and rosemary sprig.
Fireside Manhattan — Combine Maker’s Mark 46 with sweet vermouth and Angostura bitters, stir over ice, and strain into a chilled coupe with a cherry garnish for a sophisticated winter warmer.
Rosemary Maple Sour — Shake Maker’s Mark 46 with lemon juice, maple syrup, and fresh rosemary; strain into a rocks glass over ice for a sweet, herbaceous twist on the classic sour.
Food Pairings
Grilled steak, Dark chocolate, Roasted pecans, Smoked salmon, Cheddar cheese
