Maker's Mark New York Knicks Championship Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky

Maker's Mark swapped its iconic red wax for vibrant orange to celebrate basketball royalty. This striking one-liter bottle sports a pebbled texture that instantly channels the undeniable swagger of the New York Knicks. Capturing the electricity of a historic championship run demands a vessel that turns heads and commands a prime spot on your top shelf. It absolutely demands your attention.

The whiskey inside remains delightfully familiar. You still get the same plush wheated bourbon that put Loretto, Kentucky, firmly on the bourbon map. Bill Samuels Sr. famously abandoned biting rye for soft red winter wheat, ensuring his spirit glides rather than burns. That masterstroke delivers a resplendent, creamy profile that stays remarkably approachable for newcomers while offering enough layered complexity to keep serious enthusiasts coming back for another pour. It just flat out works.

• 1.0L collectible featuring a textured basketball-inspired label
• Hand-dipped in a custom bright orange wax seal
• Classic 90-proof Kentucky straight wheated bourbon

Sourcing local grains and hand-rotating barrels gives this spirit undeniable consistency. The liquid rests in charred American oak until the tasting panel deems it perfectly ready. Patient maturation extracts gorgeous vanillins and rich toasted sugars that harmonize with the distinctive bready sweetness of red winter wheat. Grabbing this allocated collectible feels like hitting a clutch buzzer-beater. Secure yours quickly before they vanish.

Nose: Rich caramel apples and toasted oak jump out of the glass, mingling with fresh vanilla bean and an inviting aroma of sweet wheat dough.

Palate: A lush, viscous texture carries heavy notes of burnt sugar, baked orchard fruit, and melted butter. The signature wheated mash bill removes any harsh rye bite, letting sweet, rounded flavors dominate.

Finish: Gentle and warming. Faint remnants of vanilla pudding and a dry oak spice linger softly on the back of the tongue.

Pair this velvety bourbon with a juicy, thick-cut ribeye steak. The sweet wheat profile effortlessly slices through the rich, savory beef fat. You could also match it with a warm pecan pie. Nutty caramel flavors perfectly echo the whiskey’s inherent toasted sugar notes. Grab a glass and dig in.