Maker's Mark The Stewards Release Wood Finishing Series 2026 is a limited-edition wheated bourbon whiskey featuring an innovative 10-stave finishing process that creates concentrated wood sugars and enhanced complexity. Bottled at cask strength between 109.8-113.3 proof, this annual release delivers bold, full-bodied character while maintaining the signature smoothness of Maker's Mark's soft red winter wheat mash bill. Maker's Mark continues to push the boundaries of traditional bourbon making with their Wood Finishing Series, building on nearly 70 years of craftsmanship from their Loretto, Kentucky distillery.