by Squire » Sat Jul 18, 2015 6:15 pm
Hey ngwilson, you're welcome to drop by. The bottle you have was a bit higher proof, slightly richer version of the standard 90 proof Makers Mark on sale here in the US. The black label was a Japan only export although a few made their way back here. Not rare by any means and not collectable for that reason, which is not to say it wouldn't be desirable to a Makers fan who wanted to drink it. Value may be twice the current retail of a bottle of Makers, depending on market conditions, which would not be enough for an engagement ring so I suggest you keep it, drink it, or use it as a special gift to someone in the future.
I should mention though it is illegal in every jurisdiction in this Country to sell liquor except through a licensed dealer, so there's that to think about as well.