Tincup 6 Year Old American Whiskey, Colorado

Six years in barrel and a greater contribution of American single malt give Tincup 6 Year Old American Whiskey a fuller expression of its bourbon-and-malt identity. Introduced in 2025, this evolution of Tincup Original combines high-rye straight bourbon with American single malt, balancing lively spice with rounded caramel sweetness. Rocky Mountain water brings the blend to an approachable 84 proof, while the signature cup-topped bottle recalls Colorado’s mining heritage.

Product Details:

• Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 42%.
• Proof: 84.
• Age Statement: Minimum six years.
• Grain Composition: Corn, rye, and malted barley. Exact mash bills and blending proportions are not disclosed for this release.
• Maturation: Aged in charred oak barrels.
• Proofing: Cut to bottling strength with Rocky Mountain water.
• Blend Development: A larger American single malt contribution than the preceding Tincup Original expression.
• Founder: Jess Graber.

Sensory Description:

Citrus, black pepper, and ginger snap introduce a palate of caramel, cinnamon and rye spice. Vanilla sweetness rounds out the grain character, with additional nuances of spiced orange and toasted nuts noted by the Beverage Testing Institute. The texture balances gentle sweetness with warming spice, leading to a clean, rye-accented finish.

Awards & Accolades:

• 2025: 89 Points, Silver Medal and Highly Recommended, Beverage Testing Institute, Tastings.com. Tasted July 23, 2025.
• 2025: Silver Medal, New York World Spirits Competition.

Distiller's Background:

Jess Graber created Tincup in partnership with Proximo Spirits, launching the brand in 2014 after decades of distilling experience. Its name honors the historic Colorado mining town of Tin Cup and the drinking vessels associated with its miners. The six-year expression continues Graber’s interest in combining bourbon’s spice and sweetness with American single malt, bringing an explicit age statement to the flagship blend in 2025.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve neat at room temperature in a tulip-shaped whiskey glass, or pour over a large ice cube in a rocks glass. A few drops of water allow you to adjust its intensity. Its caramel and citrus notes suit an Old Fashioned, while the rye spice works well in a Whiskey Sour or whiskey-and-ginger highball. Pair with grilled pork, smoked cheddar or toasted pecans.