Tincup Fourteener 14 Year Bourbon 750ML

Tincup Fourteener 14 Year Bourbon 750ML is a 14-year-old high-rye bourbon bottled at 42% ABV (84 proof) and sourced from Indiana's MGP distillery. Release No. 1 earned 92 points from Tastings.com, establishing the Fourteener line as one of the most age-forward expressions in the Tincup portfolio and a serious entry among long-aged MGP bourbons.

Quick Facts: ABV: 42% (84 Proof)  |  Origin: Indiana (MGP), Bottled in Denver, Colorado  |  Age: 14 Years  |  Brand: Tincup (Proximo Spirits)

Production & Heritage

The Fourteener line takes its name from Colorado's iconic peaks that rise above 14,000 feet — a fitting metaphor for a bourbon that reaches well beyond typical aging horizons. The liquid is distilled at MGP's Lawrenceburg, Indiana facility using a high-rye mashbill of 64% corn, 32% rye, and 4% malted barley, then matured for a full fourteen years in new charred white American oak barrels. After aging, the bourbon is transported to Denver, where it is cut to proof using Eldorado Spring water from Colorado — a source recognized as among the finest natural waters in the United States. That final step distinguishes the Fourteener from standard MGP-sourced releases and gives Tincup a legitimate Colorado fingerprint on the finished product.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with brown sugar and vanilla before shifting into cherry, pine resin, and a dusting of cinnamon. Beneath those top notes, hints of yellow flowers, citrus zest, and white sugar add brightness to an otherwise rich, bakery-like bouquet.

Taste: The entry is soft and caramel-forward, with baked apples, honey, and butterscotch carrying the mid-palate. As it develops, the 32% rye asserts itself through cracked black pepper and complex baking spice, while the oak influence delivers dried dark fruit, roasted nuts, leather, and a pine-juniper quality that threads all the way to the back end. Dark chocolate emerges late, adding depth.

Finish: Medium-long and gently warming, the finish leans into butterscotch, smoky pine, and lingering oak tannins. A subtle mintiness and residual sweetness keep the close balanced rather than overly dry for a bourbon of this age.

How to Drink Tincup Fourteener

At 84 proof, the Fourteener drinks comfortably neat and rewards patience — a few minutes of air open up the darker fruit and spice layers. A single large ice cube or a splash of water softens the oak and amplifies the caramel and honey notes. For cocktails, the 14-year depth holds its own in spirit-forward builds: an Old Fashioned benefits from the bourbon's butterscotch-and-baking-spice backbone; a Boulevardier pairs its dark fruit and chocolate notes with Campari's bitterness; and a Whiskey Sour lets the cherry and citrus aromatics play against fresh lemon.

Best For

• Gifting a bourbon enthusiast who values extended aging and provenance
• Adding a 14-year-old expression to a home whiskey collection at an accessible proof
• Side-by-side tastings exploring high-rye MGP bourbons at different age statements
• Celebrating a milestone occasion with a spirit that marks serious time in the barrel

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Tincup Fourteener taste like? It delivers a rich core of caramel, butterscotch, and baked apple layered with baking spice, dark chocolate, dried dark fruit, and a distinctive pine-resin quality from the long oak aging. The high-rye mashbill adds noticeable pepper and spice throughout.

How does Tincup Fourteener compare to Redemption 10 Year Barrel Proof High Rye Bourbon? Both are sourced from MGP using high-rye mashbills, but the Fourteener is aged four years longer and proofed down to a gentle 84 proof, producing a softer, more oak-driven profile. Redemption's 10 Year Barrel Proof, by contrast, delivers its MGP character at cask strength with more assertive heat and concentrated spice.

Is Tincup Fourteener good for sipping neat? Yes — the 42% ABV makes it approachable without water, and the fourteen years of aging provide enough complexity to reward slow, attentive sipping.

Where is Tincup Fourteener made? The bourbon is distilled at MGP's facility in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, and aged there for fourteen years in new white American oak barrels. It is then transported to Denver, Colorado, where it is cut to proof with Eldorado Spring water and bottled.

What foods pair well with Tincup Fourteener? Smoked brisket complements the bourbon's oak and leather notes; pecan pie mirrors its butterscotch and roasted nut flavors; aged cheddar balances the baking spice; dark chocolate truffles amplify the cocoa finish; and apple tarte tatin echoes the baked apple and cinnamon qualities on the palate.

What sizes does Tincup Fourteener come in? The standard release is a 750ML bottle.

Is Tincup Fourteener worth the price? It positions as a premium expression within the Tincup range, and fourteen years of barrel time from MGP is uncommon at this price tier — many comparable age-stated MGP bourbons carry significantly higher shelf prices, making the Fourteener a strong value among long-aged American whiskeys.

Why Tincup Fourteener?

Fourteen-year-old bourbon from MGP's high-rye mashbill is not common on retail shelves, and the Fourteener delivers that extended aging at a proof low enough to preserve drinkability without burying the grain character under oak. The use of Eldorado Spring water — a Colorado source widely regarded for its purity — adds a measurable point of distinction in a market crowded with MGP-sourced releases that offer no such finishing step. Release No. 1 earned 92 points from Tastings.com, validating the balance between oak maturity and residual sweetness. For drinkers seeking a well-aged, high-rye bourbon that doesn't demand a barrel-proof commitment, the Fourteener stands on its own merits.