Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26B 125.2 Proof

Stagg Batch 26B is an uncut, unfiltered Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace, bottled at barrel proof, 125.2 proof.

Stagg (formerly Stagg Jr. until 2022) is Buffalo Trace's annual batch cask-strength bourbon, named in honor of George T. Stagg. Batch 26B is bottled at 125.2 proof (62.6% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, preserving the whiskey's full texture and barrel-strength intensity. While the Stagg line carries no official age statement, it is known for robust, full-bodied bourbon with deep charred oak, rich sweetness, dark fruit, and building spice.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich brown sugar and dark fruit over charred oak.
Palate: Full-bodied and concentrated, with caramel, dark fruit, and warm baking spice at cask strength.
Finish: Long and warming, with lingering oak and spice.

Specifications

Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky
Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Uncut, Unfiltered)
Proof: 125.2 (62.6% ABV)
Batch: 26B
Region: Kentucky, USA
Size: 750mL

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stagg Batch 26B?
It is a batch release of Buffalo Trace's annual cask-strength Stagg bourbon, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 125.2 proof.

What does barrel proof mean here?
The bourbon is bottled uncut and unfiltered at its natural cask strength, giving it a thicker texture and more concentrated flavor than most 80 to 100 proof bourbons.

How should I drink a 125.2 proof bourbon?
Start neat and let it rest a few minutes, then add a few drops of water to soften the heat and open up the sweetness.