Kentuckians are portrayed unfav'rbly,
The target of many bad jokes.
There is more to us than the coal and K.F.C..
As a rule, we're warm and happy folks.

Our thoroughbreds are the fastest in the land,
But bourbon's the jewel in our crown.
Now we hear with fear that, to keep up with demand,
Soon our Maker's Mark will be watered-down.

Don't dilute our Maker's
Just so you can compete.
'Though it's business wise, Mark you must not b*stardize.
It's like adding Coke to Chateau Lafite.



The new blend now makes our Mark eighty-four proof.
The owners say few folks will tell.
But we foresee that this plan is one big goof.
It will taste like cheap stuff from the well.

Mint juleps which we enjoy on Derby Day
Will taste like they have melted ice.
Still this won't count. Higher sales are holding sway.
Why not use MORE water and cut price?

Don't abuse our Maker's!
That's evil to the max.
If this plan is real, then they'd better change the seal
From the famous red to light pinkish wax.