Maker’s Mark 250th Anniversary Limited Edition Bourbon Whiskey
45% ABV (90 proof) | 750mL | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky | Wheated mash bill | 2026 limited edition for America's 250th — Maker's Mark 250th Anniversary is the first bottle in brand history to change the iconic wax: the famous hand-dipped red wax is overlaid with white, and the Margie Samuels-designed seal is stamped in blue instead of red — a red, white, and blue treatment honoring America's 250th birthday (1776–2026). Inside is the unchanged signature Maker's Mark: the wheated Kentucky straight bourbon whisky (corn, red winter wheat, malted barley) the distillery has made in Loretto since 1953. A portion of proceeds benefits the Farmer Veteran Coalition, supporting 58,000+ U.S. veterans building careers in agriculture. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.
This is standard Maker's Mark in collector's dress — the liquid is the sweet, soft wheated bourbon you know: caramel, vanilla custard, and honeyed wheat bread on the nose; brown sugar, vanilla bean, and warm cinnamon on the palate; a medium vanilla-and-baking-spice finish. Among bourbon commemorative bottles, a first-ever wax change from one of Kentucky's most recognizable brands is the kind of detail collectors notice. SRP $28.99; available at select retailers nationwide from June 2026 while supplies last.
Tasting notes
Nose: sweet caramel, vanilla custard, honey wheat bread, subtle oak. Palate: brown sugar, vanilla bean, warm cinnamon, toasted grain. Finish: medium — vanilla, baking spice, wheat. (Retailer-sourced; the liquid is unchanged standard Maker's.)
Why buy it from Del Mesa Liquor
- 45% ABV (90 proof) — signature wheated Maker's Mark
- First-ever wax change in brand history: white over red, blue seal
- 2026 limited edition honoring America's 250th birthday
- Proceeds support the Farmer Veteran Coalition
- Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor
How to serve it
Neat or on a large cube — the wheated mash bill drinks soft; keep the bottle after, it's the collectible.
Frequently asked questions
What does the 250th Anniversary commemorate?
America's 250th birthday (1776–2026) — not a distillery milestone.
Is the whiskey different from regular Maker's Mark?
No — it's the standard 90-proof wheated bourbon; only the patriotic wax and seal are special.
What charity does it support?
A portion of proceeds benefits the Farmer Veteran Coalition, helping U.S. veterans build careers in agriculture.
Is it limited?
Yes — a 2026 limited edition, available while supplies last; no bottle count published.