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Maker’s Mark, the iconic handmade Kentucky bourbon, today announced its partnership with world-renowned bartender, and friend of the brand, Colin P. Field, to create an extraordinary cocktail experience at the Maker’s Mark Distillery and in New York City this December.
Kicking off the holidays, the bespoke bourbon pop-up aptly named ‘Le 46,’ will celebrate Maker’s Mark 46, which is aged with specially seared French oak staves, giving it bolder notes of caramel and vanilla and a balanced complexity. Inspired by its Kentucky-made, French-finished expression, Maker’s Mark enlisted Field, known for his storied career at the iconic Bar Hemingway in Paris, to develop the Le 46 cocktail program.
«Not only does Colin create impeccable cocktails, he is also a fantastic storyteller and the consummate host,» said Rob Samuels, eighth generation whisky maker and managing director, Maker’s Mark. «We are delighted to welcome Colin back to the homeplace of Maker’s Mark and excited to share the exceptional experience he’ll create with our community of bourbon lovers.»
Le 46 will first pop up at the Maker’s Mark Distillery in Loretto, Kentucky, on Friday, December 6th, as part of the brand’s annually anticipated ‘Holiday Sip & Stroll’ tour – special after-hours tours of the distillery under the holiday lights where guests enjoy warm bourbon cocktails, seasonal snacks and can purchase a bottle of Maker’s Mark to hand dip in the brand’s signature red wax.
For more than 44 years, Field has created, shaken, and stirred cocktails for celebrities and CEOs, designers and doyennes, the global jet-set and local regulars. Field brings his expertise to Kentucky at the Maker’s Mark Homeplace Bar for one night only, where guests can enjoy handcrafted Maker’s Mark 46 cocktails by Colin. Tickets are $35, while reservations are available here.
Field said: «As a barman who deeply appreciates the artistry of fine spirits, Maker’s Mark 46 stands out to me for its unique character and complexity thanks to the French oak finishing. It beautifully marries the richness of tradition with a modern twist. I’m thrilled to craft this pop-up experience, where I can share my passion for this exceptional bourbon and celebrate its extraordinary flavor.»
True to his penchant for creating cocktails that travel the world, Field will create a signature Maker’s Mark 46 cocktail to be featured at the distillery through the holiday season.
