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Now, let's see how this Stagg Jr is tasting this evening! back to a dry vanilla that serves as a wonderful base for one of the softest & approachable batches of Stagg It hasn't yet found the George T. mature notes of leather yet, but it produces much of the same enjoyment These nuances are all very low in intensity which is a surprise for me from Stagg Jr.

It's time for another Stagg (Jr) batch! Palate: From my first sip I find classic Stagg notes: cherry hots, cinnamon and rich oak. This is probably the first Stagg batch that I would really call "crushable".

a novelty; there's barrel strength releases that handle their proof incredibly well (Elijah Craig, George T Stagg, Booker's to name a few) and then there are pours that are just hot to be hot.

There are four batches of Stagg Junior that were released for 2024. As the resident Stagg man , I'd have my hands (and my palate) quite full with such an endeavor. rumored to be around ~8 years old) MSRP:  $70 Further identification:  The fourth surprise release of Stagg surprisingly light in flavor, yet potent on the ethanol, which is contradictory to the quality of great old Stagg

Exceptional Series completely embodies that mission, so when two 14 year malt whiskeys presented as 'Staggy A hint of linen among all the creamy, buttery tones reminds me of 2020 George T Stagg. Juicy plum and raspberry tart set the stage before orange peel crashes through into cherry skins in a 'Staggy' is somehow an understatement for this barrel as I find more unique yet exceptional characteristics

I would never use Junior here in a derogatory manner; I love these Stagg Jr batches. anywhere on the bottle, nor are they endorsed by Buffalo Trace, I've got a handy list of all the existing Stagg It's definitely still a Stagg profile, but not a shining example of it.

Several Stagg Jr. batches swooped in late this year from Buffalo Trace Distillery, with both 24B and If you recall my review of the 24A batch of Stagg , this label has started to leave me a little disillusioned Make sure you check back in on the Stagg Hub page from time to time (I recommend bookmarking it) to get the latest scoop on everything there is to know about Stagg—both junior and senior. Definitely not my jam. ) This is the worst batch of Stagg Junior I have ever tasted.

I have to thank @egilbert09 for this pour as he graciously gifted me the rest of his bottle! I didn't have one open right now, but have been yearning for the day of getting back to this one (I have previously drank through one already). I am currently struggling to enjoy my way through a Batch 13. I have future intentions of lining up Batch 12-15, or maybe even 16 now, in a blind head to head to find my true favorite. I love seeing that everyone has a preference on these and there is no clear winner across the board. I know many people have been digging the sweeter strawberry cereal flavors off Batch 15, but 14 has always been solid for me. Company on Label: Buffalo Trace Whiskey Type: Bourbon Mash Bill Percentages: Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low Rye < 10%) Proof: 130.2° Age: NAS (~8 years) Further identification: Batch 14 (Summer 2020) Nose: Sweet, syrupy vanilla can be smelled from quite a large distance from the glass. Some immediate newspaper heat and pepper spice punch the nostrils on first approach. Cinnamon candy smells lovely and tingles the lungs. Caramel and cherry mingle well as the underside of the punchier flavors. Allspice, leather and a slight anise give this great depth. It's punchy and powerful on the nose - exactly what I want out of a barrel proof offering. Sweet campfire ash is fairly strong now, followed by a thinner molasses drizzle. Some lemon zest rolls over that and evolves into a lemon meringue pie that is mostly comprised of flaky crust. Finally things are returning to the sweeter cherry profile that tells me this glass is ready for a sip. Much more of the leather is present now after a sip; a rich undertone that gives this pour some serious class. I can smell that syrupy consistency; it's like a tea loaded down with a bunch of honey. Just gets better and better with time in the glass. A slight grassy earth note is present late in the glass, but fleeting as it returns to its base oak aroma. Vanilla & molasses return at the last sip and are a sweet farewell that actually brings a bit of a smile to my face. Palate: As a first sip of the day, this is unbelievably approachable. It's not until several seconds after a sip that the wave of cinnamon hots gives the chest a little hug. The cherry flavor is perfectly laced with a touch of anise and the rich, old oak that got this bourbon to where it is. A thorough chew results in explosions of maple syrup, black pepper, allspice, leather, and a hint of dried tobacco leaf. Crazy layers to this now and the anise is coming on stronger than ever, but still subtle. Reminds me a bit of a particular Sazerac cocktail I had last night which is still fresh on my mind; this is definitely less anise than that Absinthe explosion. Explosive in so many ways, but shifting, changing and evolving with every sip. This is a pour that you could easily do with a rich food pairing and the flavors would continue to hold up. The mouth coating is intensely rich and almost slightly numbing. Try having a bite of something bland after this and you're going to have a tough time finding anything with this much flavor. Last sip highlights the syrupy cherry and cinnamon hots that I'd say are definitely the overarching experience of this pour. The last linger is long with a highlight reel of the rest of the glass. Rating: 5/5 (Just wow. One of my favorites.) This batch is a clear step up from (currently un-reviewed, sorry) Batch 13 for me. It maintains high intensity and complexity without being overly punishing. Solid pour - grab it if you still can!

An oldie Stagg Jr batch? I managed to save half of the sample from the holidays to broaden my Stagg Jr review repertoire for you Many who know me know I'm a big Stagg fan in general. butterscotch surprise on the nose and the fluffy, viscous mouthfeel - classier than a lot of the spicier Stagg

Stagg Jr is one of those things I can't leave on the shelf if it's a decent price... This is followed up with a heavy cloth and sandalwood incense aroma that reminds me a lot of George T

The nose is all that modern, rich, deep barrel funk (think George T. Stagg for you Sazerac lovers).

Well, as a self-proclaimed Stagg man, I guess I kind of do. Today I just happen to have Stagg in front of me, tomorrow possibly some craft distillery you've never It's holistically very cohesive and approachable for Stagg, but ultimately pretty unexciting. Batch 23C comes across muted and simple, nothing like what normally excites me about Stagg Junior batches