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Every Stagg Jr Releases and Batch Numbers (complete list rated)by BourbonEX.com
Batch 23B - (Winter, 2023) - 127.8 proof
Batch 23A - (May, 2023) - 130.2 proof (old batch #20)
Batch 22B - (Winter, 2022) - 130 proof (old batch #19)
Batch 18 - (Winter, 2022) - 131 proof
Batch 17 - (Winter, 2021) - 128.7 proof (Last release to have "Jr" incuded)
Batch 16 - (Summer, 2021) - 130.9 proof
Batch 15 - (Winter, 2020) - 131.1 proof
Batch 14 - (Spring, 2020) - 130.2 proof
Batch 13 - (Fall, 2019) - 128.4 proof
Batch 12 - (Summer, 2019) - 132.3 proof
Batch 11 – (Winter, 2018) – 127.9 Proof
Batch 10 – (Spring, 2018) – 126.4 Proof
Batch 9 – (Fall, 2017) – 131.9 Proof
Batch 8 – (Spring, 2017) – 129.5 Proof
Batch 7 – (Fall, 2016) – 130.0 Proof
Batch 6 – (Spring, 2016) – 132.5 Proof
Batch 5 – (Fall, 2015) – 129.7 Proof
Batch 4 – (Spring, 2015) – 132.2 Proof
Batch 3 – (Fall, 2014) – 132.1 Proof
Batch 2 – (Spring, 2014) – 128.7 Proof
Batch 1 – (Fall, 2013) – 134.4 Proof
Stagg Jr. is a limited edition barrel proof bourbon much like the George T Stagg version included in the Bufalo Trace Antique Collection. Buffalo Trace released the first Stagg Jr. in Aug, 2013 and has released approximately two batches every year since. Each batch is blended from bourbons that are roughly 8 or 9 years old and released at a high unique barrel proof. We use those proof numbers to identify specific batches.
When Stagg Jr. was first opened, it didn’t receive a very warm welcome as many prominent reviewers thought it was too “alcohol forward” and downgraded Stagg Jr. to a “Pass” and dismissed it as a failed version of George T Stagg. While this negative opinion still exists among some whiskey circles leaving the bottle open for day, recorking it and letting it sit for 2 weeks yields tremenodous results. Many bourbon experts and enthusiasts switched camps after the 3rd batch and now consider this to be a well-executed barrel strength offering. Newer batches typically receive high ratings and sell out relatively quickly.
The availability of Stagg Jr. varies widely by region. It rarely sits for days in most areas. Even with regional variation, it’s very rare to find bottles on shelves that are older than the most recent batch.
Buffalo Trace's Description: Just like George T. Stagg Bourbon, this whiskey is not filtered and offers all the rich and complex flavors of bourbon right from the barrel. Bottles of Stagg Jr. will be limited, but several batches each year are planned. This new Stagg Jr. offering will not affect the stock of barrels already set aside for future George T. Stagg releases.
Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley describes that taste as, “rich, sweet, chocolate and brown sugar flavors mingled in perfect balance with a bold, rye spiciness. The boundless finish lingers with hints of cherries, cloves and smokiness.”
Producer: Buffalo Trace
Release Category: Limited-Edition, Allocated
Release Frequency: Approx. 2 batches per year
Release Season: Spring / Fall
Release Volume: Unknown but limited
Release Region: Wide release
Sell Out Timeframe: Up to a few months (varies by region)
Bottle Size: 750ml
Nicknames: Stagg, Baby Stagg, SJR, Stagg Jr + proof (ex: Stagg Jr 132.2)
Avg. Price Retail: $79
Avg. Price Among Whiskey Traders: $280+ (highly rated batches more valuable)
Avg. Price on Secondary Market: $280+ (early batches more valuable)
Production Codes: DSP-KY-113, DSP-CA-63, DSP-MD-11, DSP-KY-12, DSP-KY-24
Mash Bill: BT Mash Bill #1 (low-rye)
Stagg Jr batches are now known as Stagg. Buffalo Trace introduced this switch in branding the bourbon in late 2021. Batch 17 (128.7 proof) was the last version to have the "Jr" in the Stagg branded product. It also appears that Buffalo Trace is now changing the release to have a batch number included in the release. As of 2022 the traditional batch 19 is now known as batch 22B for the year "2022" and the "B" 2nd release that year.
Stagg Jr Reviews for each batch:
Stagg Jr Batch 9 (131.9 proof) Review
Stagg Batch 18 (131 proof) 2022 Review
Does anyone know the story of the "new" 128.7 that hit Iowa this past week? It's the same proof as batch 2 with a 2021 date code. Mistake?
The highest proof (info from member MS) was as 144.2 proof single barrel selection from Spec's.
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