Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 25B 126.9 Proof

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.

Specs

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Uncut, Unfiltered
• Mash Bill: Buffalo Trace #1
• Proof: 126.9 (63.45% ABV)
• Batch: 25B (2025)
• Size: 750ml

How to enjoy: serve neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass, or add a few drops of water to open additional layers.

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.