George T. Stagg, Antique Collection 2024
George T. Stagg was released in the 2024 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection at a formidable 136.1 proof, reaffirming its position as the most powerful expression in the line-up. Bottled uncut and unfiltered, the bourbon is dense and forceful, with oak and spice dominating the initial impression. Despite its strength, it retains underlying sweetness and fruit character, which becomes more apparent with dilution. It remains a benchmark for high-proof bourbon, prioritising intensity without sacrificing balance when handled carefully.
Nose
Vanilla, caramel, oak spice, leather
Palate
Oak spice, black cherry, cinnamon, caramel
Finish
Oak spice, dark fruit
Surprisingly calm on the nose for its strength, showing vanilla and caramel with little warning of what follows. The palate hits hard with oak and spice before opening up with water to reveal black cherry, cinnamon and richer caramel. The finish is long and assertive with spice, oak and dark fruit echoing all the way through.
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George T. Stagg, Antique Collection 2024
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