{"product_id":"makers-mark-star-hill-farm-wheat-whisky-2026","title":"Maker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 Release","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"post-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9560rx\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"57\"\u003eMaker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 Release\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"173\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"173\"\u003eAmerican Wheat Whisky | 7–8 Years Old | 58.2% ABV (116.4 Proof) | 700mL | Cask Strength | 2026 Limited Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1jdm4gw\" data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"196\"\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"626\"\u003eMaker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 Release is the second annual edition of Maker’s Mark’s wheat whisky series and one of the brand’s most important departures from its classic bourbon profile. Named after the Maker’s Mark estate in Loretto, Kentucky, this limited release focuses on wheat as the lead grain rather than corn, creating a different style of whisky with deeper grain character, fruit, spice, and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eThe 2026 release is made from a blend of seven- and eight-year whiskies bottled at cask strength. It uses three types of wheat: soft red winter wheat, hard red wheat, and hard white wheat, along with malted wheat and malted barley. The final blend is listed as 62% malted wheat, 27% wheat, and 11% malted barley, giving the whisky a rich wheat-driven profile with no standard Maker’s Mark bourbon mash bill structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eBottled at 116.4 proof, Star Hill Farm 2026 is darker, more layered, and more complex than the inaugural release. Expect molasses, fig, delicate baking spice, zesty citrus, ripe pear, buttery shortbread, cinnamon, honeyed fruit, chocolate-covered cherry, vanilla, ginger, dough, and sweet oak. For customers looking for a rare Maker’s Mark release, wheat whisky, cask strength whisky, or collectible annual limited edition, Star Hill Farm 2026 is a standout bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1krg0gn\" data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d1k3ym\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eMolasses, fig, and delicate baking spice on the nose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xeu29n\" data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eZesty citrus, ripe pear, and buttery shortbread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b9wmd0\" data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eHoneyed fruit, apricot, peach, and marmalade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"45vdmo\" data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003eChocolate-covered cherry, vanilla, and ginger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n1w5at\" data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eDough, sweet oak, and cinnamon sticks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10ncam9\" data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003eLong warming finish with soft cinnamon, spice, fruit, and oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16w076p\" data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ar1qy3\" data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003e2026 limited release from Maker’s Mark Star Hill Farm Whisky series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wx26mw\" data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003eAmerican wheat whisky rather than traditional Maker’s Mark bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7rh5lf\" data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003eMade from a blend of seven- and eight-year whiskies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"okiodi\" data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003eBottled at cask strength, 116.4 proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"by240v\" data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003eFeatures soft red winter wheat, hard red wheat, hard white wheat, malted wheat, and malted barley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b2t0wq\" data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003eFinal blend listed as 62% malted wheat, 27% wheat, and 11% malted barley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dfe77s\" data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2354\"\u003eEstate Whiskey certified release tied to Maker’s Mark’s grain and farming focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nd01up\" data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003eStrong choice for Maker’s Mark collectors, wheat whisky fans, and limited-release whiskey drinkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fjs8yi\" data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2808\"\u003eMaker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 Release is best enjoyed neat in a whiskey glass so the molasses, fig, citrus, pear, shortbread, vanilla, spice, and oak notes can open gradually. Let it rest for several minutes before sipping, especially because the 116.4 proof cask strength structure brings more intensity and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2810\" data-end=\"3163\"\u003eA few drops of water can soften the proof and bring forward more pear, citrus, honeyed fruit, vanilla, and shortbread sweetness. A large ice cube also works well for a slower pour. Because of its limited annual release status and unique wheat whisky profile, this bottle is best treated as a premium sipping whisky rather than an everyday cocktail base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ul2pwc\" data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3195\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"4504\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ocnsp2\" data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3510\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3279\"\u003eWhat does Maker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 Release taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3282\"\u003eMaker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 tastes rich and layered, with molasses, fig, baking spice, citrus, ripe pear, shortbread, honeyed fruit, chocolate-covered cherry, vanilla, ginger, dough, cinnamon, and sweet oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yvyxxa\" data-start=\"3512\" data-end=\"3697\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3587\"\u003eWhat proof is Maker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 Release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3587\" data-end=\"3590\"\u003eMaker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 Release is bottled at 58.2% ABV, which equals 116.4 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jjl6an\" data-start=\"3699\" data-end=\"3935\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3702\" data-end=\"3765\"\u003eIs Maker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 a bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3765\" data-end=\"3768\"\u003eNo. Star Hill Farm 2026 is an American wheat whisky, not a bourbon. It is made with wheat-focused mash bills rather than the traditional corn-led bourbon mash bill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q4w0d4\" data-start=\"3937\" data-end=\"4220\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3940\" data-end=\"4022\"\u003eWhat grains are used in Maker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 Release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4022\" data-end=\"4025\"\u003eThe 2026 release uses soft red winter wheat, hard red wheat, hard white wheat, malted wheat, and malted barley, with a final blend listed as 62% malted wheat, 27% wheat, and 11% malted barley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jusny1\" data-start=\"4222\" data-end=\"4504\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4225\" data-end=\"4299\"\u003eWhere can I buy Maker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 Release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4299\" data-end=\"4302\"\u003eYou can buy Maker's Mark Star Hill Farm Wheat Whisky 2026 Release directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for rare Maker’s Mark releases, wheat whisky, and collectible American whiskey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maker's Mark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48566804447457,"sku":"085246503263","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/Maker_sMarkStarHillFarmWheatWhisky2026Release.webp?v=1781639919","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/makers-mark-star-hill-farm-wheat-whisky-2026","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}