Maker s Mark Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey is a premium whiskey crafted by Maker.

On October 1 1953 William Samuels Sr purchased Burks Distillery which was situated in Loretto Kentucky for 35 000 Five years later the distillery released the first bottles of Maker s Mark Bourbon Whisky which featured the distillery s distinctive red wax seal The distillery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974 and was listed as a National Historic Landmark in 1980 Under the auspices of Robert Samuels William s son Maker s Mark Distillery announced. Known for balanced flavor character and quality craftsmanship.