Maker's Mark Private Select 'Breeders' Cup Del Mar' (2025 Edition)
Celebrate the pinnacle of thoroughbred racing with the Maker's Mark Private Select 'Breeders' Cup Del Mar' 2025 Limited Edition. This exceptional and highly collectible release is a tribute to the world championships of horse racing, held at the iconic Del Mar racetrack in California. Crafted through the exclusive Private Select program, this is a one-of-a-kind, cask-strength wheated bourbon with a custom stave profile designed for richness and complexity. Find this champion of a bourbon through our preferred online retail partner, Nestor Liquor.
This unique expression begins as fully matured, cask-strength Maker's Mark and is finished with a bespoke combination of 10 wood-finishing staves. The specific recipe for this Breeders' Cup edition creates a rich, decadent, and beautifully balanced bourbon, bottled at a robust 111.4 proof. It's the perfect spirit for celebrating a win at the races or any special occasion.
Key Specifications:
Product: Maker's Mark Private Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Finishing: Aged with a custom 10-stave profile in the barrel.
The Stave Profile: A Winning Combination
The unique flavor of this commemorative bourbon is achieved with a specific recipe of 10 wood-finishing staves:
2 Baked American Pure 2 (P2): Imparts notes of vanilla, honey, and bright fruit.
2 Seared French Cuvée (Cu): Adds layers of creamy, toasted caramel, and rich almond.
3 Maker’s 46 (46): Contributes hints of dried fruit, intense baking spice, and rich caramel.
3 Roasted French Mendiant (Mn): Finishes with deep notes of coffee, maple, and dark chocolate.
0 Toasted French Spice (Sp): This stave was not used in this blend.
Brand History: A Kentucky Tradition
Since the 1950s, Maker's Mark has been crafting its iconic Kentucky bourbon in Loretto, Kentucky. Known for its signature red wax seal and its use of soft red winter wheat for a smoother taste, Maker's Mark is a global symbol of quality. The Private Select program is the pinnacle of their innovation, allowing partners to create their own unique expression by selecting a custom combination of finishing staves.
Tasting Notes: A Rich and Decadent Profile
The custom stave profile for the Breeders' Cup edition creates a rich, dark, and dessert-like tasting experience:
Nose: A decadent bouquet of dark chocolate, rich coffee, and maple syrup, with beautiful underlying notes of vanilla, dried fruit, and a hint of baking spice.
Palate: A wonderfully rich and full-bodied palate. A powerful wave of dark chocolate and toasted caramel from the Mendiant and Cuvée staves is expertly balanced by the intense baking spice and dried fruit character of the Maker's 46 staves. The wheated bourbon base provides a soft, sweet foundation.
Finish: The finish is exceptionally long, warm, and satisfying, with lingering notes of rich cocoa, sweet caramel, and a final, sophisticated whisper of spice.
Why This Breeders' Cup Edition is a Must-Have:
A Tribute to World-Class Racing: The perfect way for any horse racing fan to commemorate the 2025 Breeders' Cup at Del Mar.
A Unique, Custom Flavor: The specific stave profile creates a one-of-a-kind bourbon that cannot be replicated. It’s a true collector’s item.
Rich and Decadent: The heavy use of Maker's 46 and Roasted French Mendiant staves results in a uniquely dark, spicy, and chocolate-forward bourbon.
Cask Strength Integrity: Bottled at its natural cask strength, this wheated bourbon delivers the purest and most flavorful expression of its unique finish.
Don't miss your chance to own a piece of this championship collaboration. Contact Nestor Liquor today to inquire about securing the Maker's Mark Private Select 'Breeders' Cup Del Mar' 2025 Edition!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q: What is the Maker's Mark Private Select program?
A: The Private Select program allows retailers and partners to create a custom version of Maker's Mark. They start with cask-strength Maker's Mark and finish it with a unique combination of 10 oak staves, chosen from five different types, to create a one-of-a-kind flavor profile.
Q: What is the Breeders' Cup?
A: The Breeders' Cup World Championships is an annual series of Grade 1 Thoroughbred horse races and one of the most prestigious events in the sport. The 2025 event will be held at the Del Mar racetrack in California.
Q: What do the different staves do?
A: Each of the five stave types imparts a different primary flavor. For this blend, the focus is on the rich spice and dried fruit from the Maker's 46 staves and the deep chocolate and coffee notes from the Roasted French Mendiant staves.
Q: Where can I purchase this limited edition?
A: This is a special, limited release. We recommend contacting our preferred retail partner, Nestor Liquor, to inquire about their inventory and availability.
