Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 19 22B 130 Proof

130 proof. Uncut. Unfiltered. Stagg Batch 19 (22B) — the second 2022 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. This release was the first to use the year-based naming — “22B” denotes the second 2022 release — while also being the 19th batch overall. At 130 proof, it shows the classic sweet-and-spicy Buffalo Trace profile.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Caramel, fig, and apple with rich vanilla and deep brown sugar, grape and cherry cola, heavy cinnamon, sweet oak, and a punchy, molasses-laced barrel character.
• Palate: Sweet caramel and molasses with a hint of rye spice, leather, and oak, accented by black pepper, anise, and allspice.
• Finish: Vanilla, toffee, and a touch of sea salt with lingering warm spice.

Specs

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Uncut, Unfiltered
• Proof: 130 (65% ABV)
• Batch: 19 (2022 / 22B)
• Size: 750ml

Frequently Asked Questions

• Why is it labeled both 19 and 22B? Batch 19 is the second 2022 release; with the rebrand, Buffalo Trace introduced year-based labeling, so “22B” means the second batch of 2022, running alongside the sequential batch number.
• What does it taste like? Reviewers noted a sweet, classic Buffalo Trace profile — caramel, fig, apple, vanilla, and brown sugar with heavy cinnamon and a molasses-laced, peppery edge.