{"product_id":"maru-straight-bourbon-whiskey-michigan-craft-spirit","title":"Maru Straight Bourbon Whiskey Michigan Craft Spirit","description":"Maru Straight Bourbon Whiskey is an 80-proof American whiskey crafted by Gypsy Spirits in Petoskey, Michigan, featuring a high-corn mash bill aged for a minimum of 72 months. This Michigan-made bourbon showcases the artisanal approach to American whiskey production outside traditional Kentucky boundaries.\n\nFounded in the scenic lakeside town of Petoskey, Gypsy Spirits represents the growing movement of craft distilleries bringing authentic bourbon production to the Great Lakes region. Their commitment to traditional straight bourbon methods, combined with Michigan's pristine water sources and local grain partnerships, creates a distinctive expression of American whiskey craftsmanship.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet corn syrup, vanilla bean, honey graham crackers, subtle oak spice, dried orange peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel corn, black pepper spice, toasted oak, brown butter, hint of cinnamon bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with warming rye spice, vanilla custard, gentle oak tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40% (80 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72 Months Minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGypsy Spirits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePetoskey, Michigan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Malted Barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for exploring Michigan craft distilling at an approachable proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Cocktails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent foundation for Old Fashioneds and Manhattans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift Giving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unique regional bourbon for whiskey enthusiasts seeking craft alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection Building:\u003c\/strong\u003e Representative example of Great Lakes bourbon production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Maru Straight Bourbon Whiskey taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaru offers classic bourbon flavors with sweet corn and vanilla leading, followed by spicy rye notes and gentle oak. The high-corn mash bill creates a smooth, approachable profile with enough rye spice to maintain complexity and interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Maru good for cocktails or better neat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon works excellently both neat and in cocktails. At 80 proof, it's approachable for sipping while providing enough character to stand up in classic bourbon cocktails like Old Fashioneds, Whiskey Sours, and Boulevardiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Michigan bourbon compare to Kentucky bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichigan bourbons like Maru often showcase cleaner water sources and different climate aging conditions. While following the same legal requirements as Kentucky bourbon, the Great Lakes region's temperature variations can create unique maturation characteristics in the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Maru Straight Bourbon worth trying for bourbon collectors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely, especially for collectors interested in American craft distilling beyond Kentucky. Maru represents the quality and character that smaller regional distilleries can achieve, making it a valuable addition to any bourbon collection focused on geographic diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Gypsy Spirits bourbon different from other craft bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGypsy Spirits benefits from Michigan's pristine water sources and Great Lakes climate for aging. Their 72-month minimum aging and traditional 75\/21\/4 mash bill demonstrates commitment to classic bourbon production methods while showcasing their regional terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"maru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48930640363760,"sku":"MSBWMCS","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_90871c2c-113c-45bc-81b7-9ab7dea354cc.jpg?v=1772474070","url":"https:\/\/huntsmanheritage.com\/products\/maru-straight-bourbon-whiskey-michigan-craft-spirit","provider":"Huntsman Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}