Maker's Mark Distillery
Suntory Global Spirits, Loretto, Kentucky
The Maker's Mark distillery at Star Hill Farm in Loretto, Kentucky, has made Maker's Mark bourbon since Bill Samuels Sr. bought the site in 1953. The property was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1980 as Burks' Distillery. It offers a classic distillery tour and other visitor experiences on its 1,100-acre grounds.
- Company
- Suntory Global Spirits
- Status
- Operating
- Opened
- 1953
- Employees
- Not stated
- Industry
- Food and beverage
- Revised
- November 11, 2026
What is made here
Maker's Mark Kentucky bourbon whisky.
Facts
| Purchase | Bill Samuels Sr. bought the distillery on October 1, 1953 (reference: en.wikipedia.org) |
|---|---|
| National Historic Landmark | Designated December 16, 1980, as Burks' Distillery (reference: en.wikipedia.org) |
| Grounds | Visitor experiences take place across 1,100 acres at Star Hill Farm (company: makersmark.com) |
| Tour | The Classic Maker's Mark Tour lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes (company: makersmark.com) |
Figures are as stated by the source named next to each one. Company figures are the company's own claims.
Can you visit?
Yes: Jim Beam Distillery Tour (Beam Made) has hours, booking and age rules checked on the operator's site.
Sources
- Maker's Mark: Visit Us (company, checked November 11, 2026)
- Maker's Mark (Wikipedia) (reference, checked November 11, 2026)
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