STAGG JR. Barrel Proof Bourbon

Name: STAGG JR. Barrel Proof Bourbon
SKU: 579
Price: 240.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$240.00 / 0.00891 Ƀ

Beverage type: Bourbon Whiskey

Alcohol Level: 67.2%

Product Origin: USA

Expert Rating: 90

Tastes like: Raisins, Caramel, Chocolate, Sweet

5 in stock

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STAGG JR. Barrel Proof Bourbon, the very first release of Stagg JR bottled at 134.4 proof! Aged for nearly a decade, Stagg Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon is the younger brother of the acclaimed George T. Stagg with a slightly different flavor profile due to its lesser maturity. First launched in 2013 and continuing to be released in small batches, this bourbon is utterly unique. With a nose of raisins, citrus and chocolate; followed by a super-hot burst on the palate, this bourbon is for fans of a lot of fire and big, big flavor.

First introduced in August 2013, Stagg Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon is uncut (no water added) and unfiltered like its bourbon “father” George T. Stagg. Distilled at Buffalo Trace, each batch will vary in both proof and age, but expect the bourbon to be around 8-9 years old with proofs ranging in the 130+ area. Stagg Jr. will be considerably more affordable and easier to find than its predecessor.

Buffalo Trace released their first STAGG JR. Barrel Proof Bourbon in August of 2013 since then they have produced about two batches every year since. Each batch of Stagg is blended from bourbons aged approximately 8 or 9 years, and released at a high and unique barrel proof. Proof numbers are used to identify specific batches. Kentucky Bourbon is produced with the distiller’s signature high rye mash bill, aged in charred white oak barrels and bottled at barrel strength. Rich, sweet, chocolate and brown sugar flavors mingle in perfect balance with the bold rye spiciness. The boundless finish lingers with hints of cherries, cloves and smokiness.
Uncut and unfiltered, the robust whiskey boasts the bold character of the namesake man himself. 2019 Gold Medal – Whiskies of the World.

It has all the rich and complex flavors you get at barrel strength. Uncut and unfiltered, this robust bourbon whiskey ages for nearly a decade and boasts the bold character that is reminiscent of the man himself, Mr. George T. Stagg.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Raisins, citrus, chocolate, and caramel also manage to pull through.

Taste

Very hot. Traces of raisins and citrus mingle throughout, but are muted by the sharpness of the heat.

Finish

A sharp dose of pepper dominates the initial burn, almost like biting into a peppercorn accidentally. After this spike the heat lingers for a bit. Ironically, the burn is kind of nice once you get past the initial sting, making for a long lasting sweet finish rounded out with elements of burnt brown sugar, caramel, and dark chocolate.

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