{"title":"Vermont Spirits","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"vermont-spirits-no-14-bourbon-750ml","title":"Vermont Spirits No. 14 Bourbon 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVermont Spirits No. 14 Bourbon 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 90-proof (45% ABV) high-corn bourbon finished with a touch of pure Vermont maple, bottled at 750ml. It earned 92 points from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e in 2014 and a Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition the same year — recognition that put this small New England distillery squarely on the national radar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 45% (90 Proof)  |  Origin: Quechee, Vermont, USA  |  Style: Maple-Finished Bourbon  |  Distillery: Vermont Spirits Distilling Company\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVermont Spirits Distilling Company operates out of Quechee, a small village in the Green Mountains of central Vermont. The distillery built its reputation on using distinctly local ingredients, and No. 14 is the clearest expression of that philosophy. The bourbon starts with a high-corn mash bill distilled and aged in new American oak barrels, then receives the lightest possible addition of pure Vermont maple — not as a flavoring agent but as a finishing touch designed to round the whiskey's edges. The maple is used with deliberate restraint; the goal is a seamlessly smooth bourbon, not a flavored whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich amber liquid opens with subtle, sweet aromas that stay restrained on the nose. A gentle wave of maple and warm oak emerges with time in the glass, without ever turning cloying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light-bodied and silky on entry, the bourbon reveals a surprising cherry-vanilla note at mid-palate that gives it a distinctive signature. Caramel, cloves, and honeyed oaky spice build through the center, while just a flash of maple sweetness surfaces and recedes quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft and elegant, with a creamy, citrusy fade that keeps the palate clean. The maple shows its hand here as a gentle rounding agent rather than a dominant flavor, leaving a warm, lightly spiced close.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink No. 14\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeat or with a single ice cube is the most rewarding way to experience the maple integration — cold dilution gradually opens up the cherry-vanilla character without masking it. The bourbon's light body and natural sweetness also make it a versatile cocktail base:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned:\u003c\/strong\u003e The inherent maple and caramel notes reduce the need for added sweetener, producing a naturally balanced version of the classic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaple Leaf Cocktail:\u003c\/strong\u003e A natural fit — combine with fresh lemon juice and a small measure of maple syrup, where the bourbon's own maple character amplifies the drink's identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Sour:\u003c\/strong\u003e The light body and citrusy finish complement egg white and lemon, creating a silky texture without heaviness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing bourbon drinkers to craft New England whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting someone who appreciates locally sourced, small-batch spirits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutumn and winter cocktail menus that lean into warm, maple-forward flavors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping when a full-bodied, high-proof pour would be too much\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does No. 14 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. 14 is a light-bodied, silky bourbon with cherry-vanilla, caramel, and clove at its core, accented by a subtle maple sweetness and a clean, citrusy finish. It drinks softer and sweeter than many bourbons at 90 proof, without tasting like a flavored whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does No. 14 compare to maple-flavored whiskeys?\u003c\/strong\u003e Most maple-flavored whiskeys use maple as a dominant flavoring agent, often producing pronounced sweetness that can mask the underlying spirit. No. 14 takes the opposite approach — the maple is barely perceptible as a distinct ingredient and instead functions as a finishing element that smooths the bourbon's texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs No. 14 good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — at 45% ABV it sits at a comfortable proof for neat sipping, and its light body and subtle sweetness make it approachable without water or ice, though a single cube opens up the cherry-vanilla mid-palate further.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is No. 14 made?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. 14 is distilled and bottled by Vermont Spirits Distilling Company in Quechee, Vermont, a village in Windsor County in the heart of the Green Mountains. The maple used in finishing is sourced locally within the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with No. 14?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged cheddar from Vermont plays off the caramel and clove notes. Pecan pie or maple crème brûlée mirrors the bourbon's subtle sweetness. Smoked duck breast complements its warm oak character. Apple tarte tatin echoes the citrusy finish. Dark chocolate with sea salt amplifies the cherry-vanilla mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does No. 14 come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard bottling is 750ml, which is the most widely available format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs No. 14 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. 14 positions as a mid-range craft bourbon. Its 92-point \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e score and San Francisco World Spirits Competition Gold Medal validate its quality within the competitive small-batch bourbon market, and the Vermont maple finishing gives it a genuine point of difference not easily found elsewhere in the category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy No. 14?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat separates No. 14 from the crowded bourbon shelf is execution of a risky idea: adding maple to bourbon without turning it into a flavored whiskey. The restraint is the story — the maple integrates so subtly that many drinkers notice only a smoother, more rounded finish rather than an identifiable maple flavor. That discipline earned it a 92-point rating from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e and a Gold Medal at the 2014 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, along with a Silver at the 2021 Bartender Spirits Awards. For drinkers looking for a genuinely regional American bourbon that tastes like its place of origin without gimmick, No. 14 delivers something few distilleries outside Vermont can replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vermont Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44839161790633,"sku":"38044","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Vermont-Spirits-No-14-Bourbon__42068.jpg?v=1730517553"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/vermont-spirits.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}