Maker’s Mark Salutes America with Special Red, White and Blue Bottles

There’s no better way to toast America’s birthday this 4th of July than with Maker’s Mark Kentucky straight bourbon whisky – a truly all American spirit. Located in Loretto, KY, the Maker’s Mark distillery is the world’s oldest operating bourbon whisky distillery and a National Historic Landmark.

Special for the holiday, Maker’s Mark is selling tri-packs with three 375 ml. bottles sealed in red, white and blue wax. These packs will be sold for a limited time only in select U.S. states and will retail for $29.99.

Maker’s Mark suggests making the following refreshing cocktails with your red, white and blue bottles for a memorable 4th of July barbecue and throughout the summer.

Kentucky Lemonade Yield – 1 serving Ingredients:

* 1 1/2 parts Maker’s Mark * 1/2 part triple sec * 4 parts of lemonade * 2 parts lemon & lime soda

Directions: Pour Maker’s Mark, triple sec, lemonade and soda into a shaker. Shake and pour over crushed ice.

Maker’s Ice Cream Float Yield – 2 servings Ingredients:

* 1 cup of vanilla ice cream * 1/4 cup Maker’s Mark * 1 tsp. vanilla extract * Freshly grated nutmeg (to taste)

Directions: Combine bourbon, ice cream and vanilla in a blender and process until smooth. Pour into glasses and service with a sprinkle of nutmeg.