Star Hill Farm American Wheat Whiskey 750ML

Star Hill Farm American Wheat Whiskey 750ML is a 114.7-proof (57.35% ABV) wheat-forward whiskey distilled at Maker's Mark in Loretto, Kentucky. It earned Category Champion in the No Age Statement bracket at the World Whiskies Awards 2026 and represents the first new mashbill from Maker's Mark in over 70 years.

Quick Facts: ABV: 57.35% (114.7 Proof)  |  Origin: Loretto, Kentucky, USA  |  No Age Statement  |  Distillery: Maker's Mark

Production & Heritage

Maker's Mark, founded in 1953 in Loretto, Kentucky, has long been synonymous with wheated bourbon. Star Hill Farm marks a dramatic departure — the distillery's first entirely new mashbill in more than seven decades. The expression is a marriage of two distinct mashbills: one composed of 70% soft red winter wheat and 30% malted barley, the other 100% malted soft red winter wheat. The combined result yields a final grain composition of roughly 51% soft red winter wheat, 27% malted soft red winter wheat, and 22% malted barley, aged in new charred American oak barrels. It also holds the distinction of being the first product to carry Estate Whiskey Alliance certification, underscoring its grain-to-glass provenance.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Honey and fresh-baked bread arrive first, followed by soft caramel, brown sugar, and toasted oak. A second pass reveals chocolate chip cookie sweetness and a faint squeeze of lemon zest.

Taste: The entry is creamy and full, led by vanilla and warm wheat grain. The mid-palate broadens into buttery caramel, stone fruit, and golden raisins, with light cinnamon and apple pie spice adding complexity. At full proof, bright citrus and fruit-tart acidity cut through the richness.

Finish: Silky and surprisingly mellow for its proof, trailing off with lingering grain, gingerbread spice, and toasted oak. A gentle pepperiness surfaces late and fades slowly.

How to Drink Star Hill Farm

At 114.7 proof, a few drops of water open this whiskey considerably, releasing additional honeyed toffee and chocolate-cherry notes; tasting neat first, then gradually adding water, rewards patience. It also stands up well in cocktails where its wheat-driven creaminess shines. A Whiskey Sour benefits from its natural citrus brightness and silky body. A Gold Rush (bourbon, honey syrup, lemon) amplifies the honey and baked-bread character already present. An Old Fashioned lets the caramel and vanilla core speak while the high proof holds its structure against dilution from ice.

Best For

• Gifting a whiskey enthusiast who already owns the classics and wants something genuinely novel
• Side-by-side tasting sessions comparing wheated versus corn-forward mashbills
• Celebrating a milestone with a category-award-winning American whiskey
• Building a barrel-proof collection anchored in grain diversity

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Star Hill Farm taste like? It leads with creamy vanilla, honey, and fresh-baked bread, followed by buttery caramel, stone fruit, and light cinnamon. The finish is silky with lingering grain, gingerbread spice, and toasted oak.

How does Star Hill Farm compare to Larceny Barrel Proof? Both are wheat-heavy Kentucky whiskeys bottled at barrel proof, but Star Hill Farm uses a unique dual-mashbill approach with malted wheat rather than a traditional wheated bourbon grain bill. Larceny Barrel Proof generally delivers bolder, more robust flavor impact at similar or higher proof points, while Star Hill Farm leans toward a creamier, bread-forward profile owing to its high malted-wheat content.

Is Star Hill Farm good for sipping neat? Yes — despite its 114.7 proof, the high wheat and malt content produce a notably smooth, creamy texture that rewards neat sipping, though a splash of water further unlocks its complexity.

Where is Star Hill Farm made? Star Hill Farm American Wheat Whiskey is distilled at the Maker's Mark distillery in Loretto, Marion County, Kentucky. The distillery sits in the heart of bourbon country and has operated on the same site since 1953.

What foods pair well with Star Hill Farm? Aged Gruyère or Comté cheese complements the caramel and toasted-grain notes. Honey-glazed roasted pork echoes the whiskey's honeyed sweetness. Apple tart or fruit crumble mirrors the stone-fruit and baking-spice character. Dark chocolate truffles match the cocoa undertones on the nose. Cornbread with butter amplifies the grain-forward identity.

What sizes does Star Hill Farm come in? Star Hill Farm American Wheat Whiskey is available in the standard 750ML bottle.

Is Star Hill Farm worth the price? It positions as a premium, limited-release expression within the Maker's Mark portfolio, justified by its unique dual-mashbill construction, barrel-proof bottling, Estate Whiskey Alliance certification, and World Whiskies Awards recognition — placing it firmly in the collectible tier for serious whiskey drinkers.

Why Star Hill Farm?

This is not a line extension or a barrel pick — it is Maker's Mark's first fundamentally new grain recipe since the distillery's founding more than 70 years ago. The marriage of two wheat-dominant mashbills, one of which is 100% malted soft red winter wheat, has no direct precedent among widely available American whiskeys. Its World Whiskies Awards 2026 Category Champion title in the NAS bracket and an 88-point score from Wine-Searcher critics validate the ambition behind the project. For anyone seeking a barrel-proof American whiskey that genuinely tastes different from the bourbon mainstream, Star Hill Farm delivers a wheat-first experience that stands apart.