Star Hill Farm Whisky 2026 Release is the next chapter in Maker’s Mark’s exploration of flavor through land, grain, and regenerative agriculture. Created at the Maker’s Mark Distillery in Loretto, Kentucky, this limited release builds on the brand’s signature soft red winter wheat while layering in hard red wheat and hard white wheat to create a deeper, more complex American wheat whisky. Maker’s Mark describes the 2026 release as crafted from three different types of wheat, designed to show how grain diversity can shape flavor through distillation, maturation, and blending.
Bottled at 58.2% ABV / 116.4 proof, this cask-strength whisky delivers a bold yet refined profile with notes of molasses, fig, delicate spice, zesty citrus, ripe pear, shortbread, rich sweetness, and soft cinnamon. It is a collectible bottle for fans of Maker’s Mark limited releases, American wheat whisky, and premium Kentucky whiskey.
With its minimalist label, farm-driven story, and focus on locally grown grain, Star Hill Farm Whisky 2026 is ideal for whiskey collectors, Maker’s Mark enthusiasts, special occasion sipping, and anyone interested in the connection between agriculture and flavor.
Key Features
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2026 limited release from Maker’s Mark
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American Wheat Whisky from Star Hill Farm
- Bottled at 58.2% ABV / 116.4 proof
- Crafted with soft red winter wheat, hard red wheat, and hard white wheat
- Estate Whiskey certified
- Distilled and produced by Maker’s Mark Distillery
- Rich profile of molasses, fig, citrus, pear, shortbread, spice, and cinnamon
- Excellent for collectors, gifting, and premium sipping
Tasting Notes
Nose: Dark and dense with molasses, fig, delicate spice, wheat sweetness, and warm grain character.
Palate: Vibrant and complex with zesty citrus, ripe pear, shortbread, honeyed wheat, soft oak, and layered spice.
Finish: Lingering and harmonious with rich sweetness, soft cinnamon, gentle warmth, and a rounded wheat whisky finish.
How to Enjoy
Enjoy neat in a whiskey tasting glass to experience the full cask-strength character. Add a few drops of water to open the fruit, wheat, spice, and molasses notes. Best reserved for slow sipping, collector tastings, special occasions, or side-by-side comparisons with other Maker’s Mark limited releases.
FAQ
What is Star Hill Farm Whisky 2026 Release?
It is a limited American wheat whisky release from Maker’s Mark, created to highlight flavor from grain diversity and farm-driven whiskey production.
What proof is it?
It is 116.4 proof, or 58.2% ABV.
What grains are used?
The 2026 release uses soft red winter wheat, hard red wheat, and hard white wheat.
Is this a bourbon?
No. This is listed as American Wheat Whisky, not bourbon.
Is this a collectible bottle?
Yes. The annual release format, Maker’s Mark connection, Estate Whiskey certification, and limited availability make it appealing for whiskey collectors.
