Stagg Jr Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 11 127.9 proof

127.9 proof. Uncut. Unfiltered. Stagg Jr Batch 11 — a Winter 2018 release of Buffalo Trace’s annual cask-strength bourbon, named for George T. Stagg.

Each Stagg Jr batch is a unique barrel selection at its natural proof. Batch 11 at 127.9 proof is an early-series release from the original Stagg Jr era (renamed simply “Stagg” in 2022), bottled uncut and unfiltered at Buffalo Trace in Frankfort, Kentucky.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Cherry, vanilla, oak, and honey.
• Palate: A harmonious blend of vanilla, nuts, pepper, and cherry pie filling.
• Finish: Surprisingly smooth for the proof, with a long-lasting impression of cherry, vanilla, and pepper.

Specs

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Uncut, Unfiltered
• Proof: 127.9 (63.95% ABV)
• Batch: 11 (Winter 2018)
• Size: 750ml

Frequently Asked Questions

• What proof is Batch 11? 127.9 proof (63.95% ABV), uncut and unfiltered.
• Is this from the Stagg Jr or Stagg era? Batch 11 is a 2018 release from the original Stagg Jr era. Buffalo Trace dropped the “Jr” designation in 2022.