126.9 proof. Uncut. Unfiltered. Stagg Batch 25B — a 2025 batch release of Buffalo Trace’s annual cask-strength bourbon, named for George T. Stagg.
Stagg (formerly Stagg Jr until 2022) is Buffalo Trace’s annual batch cask-strength expression, made from the distillery’s mash bill 1 and bottled uncut and unfiltered. Batch 25B is bottled at 126.9 proof (63.45% ABV), preserving the whiskey’s natural strength and full barrel character.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Vanilla cream, black cherry, and brown sugar with a subtle hint of leather.
Palate: Dense and layered, with dark caramel, roasted pecan, cocoa nib, and cigar-box oak.
Finish: Long and warming, with ember-char oak, candied bacon, and lingering black pepper.
How to enjoy: serve neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass, or add a few drops of water to open additional layers. Browse all George T. Stagg and Stagg batches at Wooden Cork.
Frequently Asked Questions
What proof is Batch 25B? 126.9 proof (63.45% ABV), released at barrel proof without dilution or filtration.
What mash bill is used? Buffalo Trace mash bill 1, a low-rye recipe known for rich sweetness and depth.
How should I drink it? Best enjoyed neat or with a single ice cube; a few drops of water open additional flavor.
