Stagg Jr. is the younger brother of George T. Stagg, the ~15-year-old bourbon that is part of the incredibly desirable and hard to find Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. Anyone know with certainty if they decided to adjust and redirect barrels previously destined for Old Charter 10 to be used for Stagg Jr.? Patrick Garrett, "Pops" as he's known to his friends, is the founder of Bourbon & Banter, LLC and claims the title of Chief Drinking Officer (CDO). I know it will sell product but it’s going to be really challenging for Stagg Jr. to live up to GTS lovers expectations. Stagg Jr. 135217750-1. While big daddy GTS typically ranges from 15-17 years in age the Stagg Jr. is an 8 year old bourbon that’s made from a combination of 8-9 year old barrels. Kentucky. FRANKFORT, Franklin County, Ky (July 25, 2013) At long last, Buffalo Trace Distillery releases Stagg Jr. As a huge George T. Stagg (“GTS”) fan I was both surprised and excited to hear about the pending release. Bottle, Bar or Bust: As always don’t take my word as gospel.
I’m worried about just how “available” and how often it’s going to be available within different states and regions. Share With: As feared, Stagg Jr. failed to live up to my expectations. In other words, share it with someone who’s buying if you must. Back to my concerns for a minute. Even with all of my excitement I have to be honest that I head into my tasting with some concerns as well. This new Stagg Jr. offering will not affect the stock of barrels already set aside for future George T. Stagg releases. Will Stagg Jr. get even more people in line for George T. Staff making it even harder to get?
For the millions reading at home, LLLLEEETTTSSSSS GGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGEEEEET READY TO DRINK THEMMMMMMMM. https://www.bourbonbanter.com/author/patrick-pops-garrett/. George T. Stagg built the most dominant American distillery of the 19th century, during a time known as the Gilded Age of Bourbon. How is Stagg Jr.’s release going to affect prices of George T. Stagg and the rest of the Antique Collection? You can’t leverage the Stagg name and expect anything else. Kentucky Distilleries Map by Chuck Cowdery, Baltimore Spirits Company Celebrates Fifth Anniversary, Jim Rutledge Launches New 13 Year Old Bourbon, Wonderland Blend of Straight Whiskeys Review. George T. Stagg on the left | Stagg Jr. on the right.Color difference clearly shows the difference between 17 years in a barrel versus 8-9 years. There’s also a chance you’ll be able to pick up a few bottles on the secondary market once people realize their pre-order of a case wasn’t the best investment. Rich, sweet, chocolate and brown sugar flavors mingle in perfect balance with the bold rye spiciness.
Uncut and unfiltered, this robust bourbon whiskey ages for nearly a decade and boasts the bold character that is reminiscent of the man himself.
Please support me on Patreon! I drank it neat so I expected some heat but there was precious little flavor other than oak to balance things out. SKU. In Bourbon Whiskey Reviews by Patrick "Pops" GarrettAugust 8, 20131 Comment. It would be a genius move if it was true. In the opposite corner, weighing in at a sweltering 138.1 proof also from the Bluegrass State, George T. Stagg! I suggest trying a glass when it becomes available at your favorite bourbon bar. I have both EC and Stag jr, Stag jr. is better. I disagree. It’s intense, packed with layers of flavor and a pure joy to sip. Stagg Jr. will be available starting in August. Join our mailing list to receive blog post updates, breaking news, special offers, and entry into our bourbon-themed giveaways. For the money, EC 12-Year Barrel Strength is by far the best barrel strength you can get right now. Stagg Jr. is, exactly as its name implies, a younger version of the George T Stagg bourbon that’s released annually by Buffalo Trace. Here they are based on the press release and what I’ve been hearing from others that linger in the bourbon shadows. Resulting profile is heavy on oak, alcohol and something medicinal – which is still stumping my tastebuds.
The endless finish lingers with hints of cherries, cloves and smokiness. “George T. Stagg has won countless awards, but we’re delighted to introduce Stagg Jr., which should be a bit more accessible.” George T. Stagg is one of the legendary craftsmen of Buffalo Trace Distillery, and is responsible for building the most dominant American distillery of the 19th century on the banks of the Kentucky River, now known as Buffalo Trace Distillery.
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In fact, each subsequent sip tasted of only of oak and spice. The Burn:** This one is a brute without apology. I don’t believe so but others will undoubtedly disagree. Leave that responsibility to GTS. Neat, Splash or Rocks: When I drink GTS I always drink it neat. Stagg Jr. was first announced in 2013, and with its junior designation it was expected to be a more widely available version of its counterpart released annually as part of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, George T. Stagg. If I’m drinking bourbon on the rocks I skip the waiting and dive in both feet first. I’ll do my best to finish the review before I lose my ability to type and see clearly. The first batch of Stagg Jr. is comprised of barrels aged for eight and nine years. In November 1861 he enlisted in the Union Army during the U. S. Civil War when he received a field commission to first lieutenant in January 1862 and a promotion to Captain a year later. While there was a solid burn that came back for a visit, it was very acute and uninspiring. Bourbon, an uncut and unfiltered bourbon whiskey with a renowned
This one comes from the bourbon conspiracy theorists: Buffalo Trace recently announced they were discontinuing Old Charter 10 year old which shares the same mashbill as the Stagg line.
In 2002, Buffalo Trace introduced George T. Stagg Bourbon Whiskey, an uncut, unfiltered bourbon that has won numerous awards including World’s Best North American Whiskey, Number One Spirit in the World, and World Whiskey of the Year.
I recommend saving up your money and try to secure a few bottles of GTS when Buffalo Trace’s Antique Collection gets released. The boundless finish lingers with hints of cherries, cloves and smokiness. You need to experience it for yourself before making a final call on whether your like it or not. If you’re unfamiliar with George T. Stagg here are few key facts to remember when comparing it with Stagg Jr.. *Since both are barrel strength offerings proof will vary from year to year. Stagg Jr. is expected to be released multiple times each year but in limited amounts. In 1904, the Distillery was rechristened to bear Stagg’s name.
Please log in again. That being said, I strongly recommend picking of the EC Barrel Strength over the Stagg Jr.. Just like George T. Stagg Bourbon, this new whiskey is not filtered and offers all the rich and complex flavors of bourbon right from the barrel. I’ll probably never get a straight answer on the first point above but time should answer the rest. I learned that Missouri’s allocation already got delayed due to registration issues. “Spectacularly mind-blowing!”, 2020 Double Gold Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2019 Gold Medal - New York World Spirits Competition, 2019 Bronze Medal - North American Bourbon & Whiskey Competition, 2019 Gold Medal - Los Angeles International Spirits Competition, 2019 Gold Medal - American Whiskey Masters, 2019 Double Gold Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2019 Silver Medal - World Whiskies Awards, 2019 Double Gold Medal - Denver International Spirits Competition, 2018 Gold Medal - New York International Spirits Competition, Buffalo Trace Distillery -
Let’s go ahead and dive into my Stagg Jr. bourbon review and see if it lives up to the family name. Frankfort, KY 40601, Buffalo Trace Distillery – All Rights Reserved 2020. Together they built the most dominant American distillery of the 19th century. Now the Distillery is offering a line extension through Stagg Jr. that still maintains the integrity of the brand – a big, bold whiskey bottled at barrel proof but at a more affordable price. We use cookies (soaked in whiskey) to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. More about those after we take a quick review of the original Stagg Jr. press release. Not only with GTS get the job done but it will probably deliver a pay raise and invitations to Xmas parties for the rest of your life. USA- Rich, sweet, chocolate and brown sugar flavors mingle perfectly with the bold rye spiciness. BRAND. The proof weighs in at a whopping 134.4 proof (67.2% ABV). Definitely a lot more money to be made by selling it with the Stagg name attached. Working as a whiskey salesman in St. Louis, he had the good fortune of teaming up with bourbon icon E.H. Taylor, Jr. Don’t we all just want to know if it burns good?
George T. Stagg is one of the legendary craftsmen of Buffalo Trace Distillery, and is responsible for building the most dominant American distillery of the 19th century on the banks of the Kentucky River, now known as Buffalo Trace Distillery. Privacy Policy. 8 Bourbon Review, Colonel EH Taylor Jr Barrel Proof Review - The Whiskey Jug, Five Great Whiskeys to Welcome Fall - The Whiskey Wash, Five Whiskeys for the Last Days of Winter - The Whiskey Wash, 5 Grands Whiskies La Bienvenue À L'Automne - Graines Autofloraison de Cannabis, 5 Great Whiskeys To Welcome Fall - The Fresh Toast. I personally find that it’s better to let some of the alcohol waft off before diving in.
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