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Maker's Mark Bourbon

Name: Maker's Mark Bourbon
Brand: Maker's Mark Distillery — Beam Suntory
Price: 4275.00 INR
Availability: InStock

Hand-dipped red wax, wheated bourbon — smooth, sweet and made with unusual care

Maker's Mark Distillery — Beam Suntory

Distillery

United States

Country

45.00%

ABV

8.2/10

Rating

★★★★★

8.2/10

Price in India · 750ml

Telangana

₹5,635

Uttar Pradesh

₹4,880

Haryana

₹4,525

Kerala

₹7,145

Kentucky Est. 1954 45.00% ABV

Tasting Notes

Colour & Appearance

Warm amber copper

Nose & Aroma

Vanilla, caramel, wheat sweetness, a little oak and some light floral notes

Palate & Taste

Smooth and sweet with vanilla, caramel, wheat bread and a gentle spice. The wheated recipe gives it a softer, gentler character than rye-heavy bourbons

Finish

Medium length with vanilla and gentle warmth. Soft and satisfying

History & Background

Bill Samuels Sr. founded Maker's Mark in 1954 on a Kentucky farm that had been making whisky since 1805. He famously burned his family's old rye recipe and developed a new wheated bourbon that was softer and more approachable. The distinctive square bottle with red wax dipping was his wife Margie's idea. Every bottle is still hand-dipped at the distillery today. In India, Maker's Mark has found a loyal following among drinkers who find Jack Daniel's too sweet and Scotch too complex.

Production & Maturation

Production Method

Made from a unique mash bill of corn, winter wheat and malted barley. Wheat replaces the traditional rye giving a softer, sweeter character. Distilled in copper pot stills.

Aging & Maturation

Aged in new charred American white oak barrels. Bottles are rotated within the warehouse for consistency. Each barrel is hand-selected before bottling.

Distillery

Maker's Mark Distillery — Beam Suntory

Founded

1954

Maker's Mark Bourbon Price Guide 2026

Prices are indicative and may vary by retailer, store, and current stock. Last verified: July 2026.

India Prices

Telangana ₹5,635

Uttar Pradesh ₹4,880

Haryana ₹4,525

Kerala ₹7,145

Tamil Nadu ₹6,940

Karnataka ₹6,035

Goa ₹4,275

Mumbai ₹5,030

Delhi ₹5,030

About These Prices

Prices are indicative, not quotations. They are compiled from publicly available retail listings and state excise price lists, and are provided for reference only.
Alcohol pricing in India is set state by state. Excise duty, VAT and retail margins differ in every state and union territory, so the same bottle can vary by 40% or more between Goa and Kerala. Always check the price where you are buying.
Prices change without notice. State excise policies are typically revised annually, and retailers may price above or below the listed MRP depending on stock and demand. The figures above were last reviewed in July 2026.
We do not sell alcohol. The Spirit Atlas is an independent reference site. We take no orders, hold no stock, and have no commercial relationship with the distilleries or retailers documented here. Nothing on this page is an offer to sell.
Tasting notes and ratings are editorial opinion. They reflect the reviewer's assessment and are not endorsed by the producer.
For readers of legal drinking age. The legal drinking age in India varies by state, from 18 to 25. Please respect your local law and drink responsibly.

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Cocktail Recipes with Maker's Mark Bourbon

Maker''s Mark Boulevardier

Easy

Ingredients

· 45ml Maker''s Mark Bourbon

· 30ml sweet vermouth

· 30ml Campari

· Orange twist

Method

1. Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. 2. Stir for 30 seconds. 3. Strain into a chilled rocks glass over one large ice cube. 4. Garnish with an orange twist.

Garnish

Orange twist

🥂 Serve in: Rocks glass

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Maker is Mark bourbon so expensive in India?

Maker is Mark at Rs 5200 in Delhi is expensive in India primarily because of import duties on American whiskey. Import duty on spirits is around 150 percent in India making any foreign whiskey significantly more expensive than domestic alternatives. The wheat bill production and hand-dipping of every bottle in red wax also adds to the cost. However compared to the international retail price, the India price is broadly comparable once import duties are accounted for. For the quality delivered — a genuinely smooth, elegant wheated bourbon — the price is justified, particularly when bought in Goa at Rs 4200.

What is a wheated bourbon and why does it matter?

Most bourbons use rye as the secondary grain after corn in the mash bill — this gives the characteristic spicy, peppery character of brands like Wild Turkey 101. Wheated bourbons replace the rye with wheat, which produces a softer, sweeter and more gentle spirit. Maker is Mark is one of the most famous wheated bourbons and the difference is immediately noticeable — it is smoother and more approachable than rye-forward bourbons. Other famous wheated bourbons include Pappy Van Winkle and W.L. Weller. If you find standard bourbon too spicy, a wheated bourbon like Maker is Mark is the answer.

Maker is Mark vs Wild Turkey 101 — which bourbon should I buy in India?

Maker is Mark and Wild Turkey 101 represent opposite ends of the bourbon flavour spectrum and both are available in India. Maker is Mark at Rs 5200 in Delhi is smooth, sweet and approachable — perfect for those who want elegance and simplicity. Wild Turkey 101 at Rs 4800 is bold, spicy and high proof at 50.5% ABV — for drinkers who want intensity and complexity. For beginners to bourbon, start with Maker is Mark. For experienced bourbon drinkers who want more drama, Wild Turkey 101 is the better value proposition at a slightly lower price.

Is the red wax on Maker is Mark just marketing?

The red wax dipping on every bottle of Maker is Mark is both marketing and a genuine part of the brand is identity and heritage. It was created by Margie Samuels, wife of founder Bill Samuels Sr., who dipped the bottles in red wax herself in the early days of the distillery. The practice has continued ever since and every bottle is still hand-dipped at the Loretto, Kentucky distillery today. The slightly irregular wax pattern on each bottle means no two bottles look identical — a small but genuine mark of craft production in a mass-market product.

Where can I buy Maker is Mark in India?

Maker is Mark is available at premium liquor retailers in major Indian cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Chennai. It is less widely distributed than Jack Daniel is so smaller towns and standard liquor vends may not stock it. Goa offers the best retail price at around Rs 4200. Duty free at international airports stocks it at around Rs 3200, making it a worthwhile purchase for travellers. Calling ahead to confirm availability at your local premium store is advisable before making a special trip.

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About the Author

Shivam Sharma

I am the founder and editor of The Spirit Atlas. With a deep appreciation for fine spirits, I built this platform to be the most helpful and honest spirits guide for Indian readers — covering everything from Scotch and Indian single malts to rum, gin and tequila, along with prices across every major Indian state. My goal is simple: to make the world of spirits a little more approachable for everyone.

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