Uncut and unfilter, this robust bourbon is highly sought after by many patrons because of its rich proof. The label was first released in the fall of 2013.

It is name after bourbon businessman George T. Stagg, who built the distillery that would eventually be known as Buffalo Trace.

Prior to 1999, the Buffalo Trace Distillery was known as the George T. Stagg Distillery.

Did You Know? STAGG JR. Barrel Proof Bourbon 750ml

History of Stagg Jr Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey

It was first released in the fall of 2013. Buffalo Trace wanted to create a brand with a robust and bold character that is reminiscent of the man it was named after. 

George T. Stagg built the most dominant American distillery of the 19th century during a time known as the Gilded Age of Bourbon.

He started as a whiskey salesman before venturing into producing his own label.

How It’s Made STAGG JR. Barrel Proof Bourbon 750ml

It is a barrel-proof/cask strength bourbon. It is unfiltered and uncut, meaning that whatever is inside your bottle is pure, unadulterated stuff, made in small batches and released biannually.

Mash Bill

All Stagg releases are made with Buffalo Trace’s Mashbill #1, a low-rye recipe.

Age Statement

There isn’t an age statement, but according to the Buffalo Trace website, the robust bourbon whiskey “ages for nearly a decade” inside charred oak barrels.

We can assume that the younger sibling is aged anywhere from eight to nine years, as George T. Stagg, or Papa Stagg, is mature for 15 to 19 years inside barrels. [1]

Ownership & Distillery

Stagg Bourbon is owned by the Sazerac Company, a privately-held American alcoholic beverage company, and produced and distilled in the Buffalo Trace Distillery.

Tasting Notes of STAGG JR. Barrel Proof Bourbon 750ml

• Palate: Sweet honey and brown sugar flavors mingle with syrupy fruit notes, including cherries and peaches. There’s also a lot of heat from the barrel proof.
• Nose: It has a perfect balance of sweet honey, rich chocolate, vanilla, coffee, and hints of cinnamon spice on the nose.
• Color/Hue: It has a molasses brown hue.
• Finish: Its boundless finish lingers with notes of maple, clove, and baking spices.

Alcohol Proof

Stagg maintains a consistent proof of around 130-ish with every released batch. Its high ABV also signifies a harsher palate, so we suggest adding a bit of water or serving it on the rocks to help cut back the heat.