Limited-Edition Maker’s Mark Bottles Celebrate Iconic Cities Around the World.
Maker’s Mark is giving bourbon enthusiasts and frequent travelers a new collectible to hunt for with the launch of its Airport-Exclusive Artist Series, a limited-edition collection of custom bottles available exclusively through global travel retail. The series features city-inspired label artwork created by acclaimed contemporary artist Alexandra Pacula and will be available in select international airports beginning this summer.
The collectible release showcases eleven major destinations including New York, Los Angeles, Paris, London, Dubai, Delhi, Mumbai, Singapore, Seoul, Sydney, and Melbourne. Each bottle pairs Maker’s Mark’s signature handmade Kentucky bourbon with artwork designed to capture the movement, energy, and personality of each city.
Alexandra Pacula Brings Global Cityscapes to Maker’s Mark
Pacula, known for her paintings inspired by long-exposure photography, created each label after spending time immersed in the individual cities. Her layered compositions reflect the rhythm, lights, and atmosphere of each destination while incorporating artistic nods to Maker’s Mark’s iconic hand-dipped red wax seal.
“Maker’s Mark has a very intentional approach to craft, and I wanted to mirror that in this body of work,” Pacula said. “I spent time in each city, immersed in its rhythm and atmosphere, and translated those impressions into expressive visuals that bring each label — and each place — to life.”
Collectible Bourbon Designed for the Modern Traveler
According to Rob Samuels, eighth-generation whisky maker and managing director of Maker’s Mark, the Artist Series reflects the brand’s longstanding commitment to craftsmanship while creating a memorable keepsake for travelers.
“At Maker’s Mark, we’ve always believed that character comes from doing things differently, and this Artist Series – City Edition brings that idea to life by capturing the distinct spirit and creative energy of iconic cities around the world,” Samuels said. “Today’s travelers are looking for experiences that feel personal and memorable, and we’re proud that each beautifully designed bottle is something they can enjoy long after their trip ends.”
Ashish Sagar, Interim General Manager of Global Travel Retail at Suntory Global Spirits, added that exclusive releases continue to resonate with premium spirits consumers looking for unique purchases during their travels.
Global Airport Rollout Begins This Summer
The Maker’s Mark Artist Series will debut in July at airports in Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, and Seoul before expanding to London and Paris in August. Additional launches are planned in September for Dubai, Delhi, Mumbai, New York (JFK), and Los Angeles (LAX).
The airport-exclusive collection gives bourbon fans an opportunity to collect destination-specific bottles while highlighting Maker’s Mark’s continued investment in the growing global travel retail market.
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