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George T Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon, 2023 Release, 67.5%
Regular price
$1,299.00
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Buffalo Trace Antique Collection
Overview
There are bottles you collect, and then there's George T. Stagg. Released once a year as part of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, this is one of the most talked-about bourbons in the world, and for good reason. The 2023 release was distilled in the spring of 2008 and spent 15 years and 3 months maturing across five warehouses at Buffalo Trace before being bottled at full barrel strength: 135 proof, no water, no chill filtration.
Over those 15 years, 68% of the original distillate was lost to evaporation. What remains in the bottle is the concentrated result of time, oak, and a Kentucky climate doing what it does. If you're looking for something with genuine age, real proof, and the kind of reputation that's hard-earned rather than marketed, this is it.
The Distillery
Buffalo Trace Distillery sits on the banks of the Kentucky River in Frankfort, Kentucky, and has been in continuous operation for over 200 years, making it one of the oldest working distilleries in the United States. The distillery is named after the ancient buffalo trails that crossed the region, and it's produced bourbon through Prohibition, recessions, and every shift in the whiskey market since.
George T. Stagg is named after a former owner of the distillery from the 1800s. It's part of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection alongside William Larue Weller, Eagle Rare 17, Sazerac 18, and Thomas H. Handy. Each is released in limited quantities each autumn and immediately becomes one of the most sought-after bottles of the year.
Why We Recommend It
At Bourbon Brothers, Stagg earns its spot for anyone ready to step into seriously aged, seriously strong bourbon:
- 15 years of aging at one of the most respected distilleries in the world
- Bottled uncut and unfiltered, straight from the barrel at 135 proof
- Annual limited release, genuinely hard to find at retail
- A profile that balances power and complexity, not just heat
- One of the benchmarks for what aged, high-proof Kentucky bourbon can be
If you've been building your bourbon knowledge and want to try one of the bottles that serious drinkers talk about, the 2023 Stagg is the real thing.
Production & Craftsmanship
| Distilled | Spring 2008 |
| Bottled | Autumn 2023 |
| Age | 15 years, 3 months |
| Mash Bill | Buffalo Trace Mash Bill No. 1 (low rye, exact percentages undisclosed) |
| Warehouses | Warehouses C, I, K, L, and M (floors 1 to 5) |
| Angel's Share | Approximately 68% lost to evaporation over 15 years |
| Filtration | Non-chill filtered |
| Additives | None, no water added, bottled straight from the barrel |
The angel's share figure is worth sitting with: after 15 years in Kentucky warehouses, roughly two thirds of what was originally distilled has evaporated. What's left in the bottle is what survived. That's not a marketing line, that's just what time and oak and heat do to whiskey at this kind of age.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Candied orange and warming ginger lead, with cinnamon and cherry cola underneath. Rich and inviting given the proof, with a deep oak backbone that doesn't push to the front.
Palate
Wave after wave. Leather and dark chocolate first, then bright citrus, orange oil, and yuzu cut through. Spice builds steadily with clove, ginger, and white pepper. Vanilla and caramel hold it all together. More drinkable than 135 proof has any right to be.
Finish
Long and warming. Lingering ginger, dusty cocoa, and dry oak. The spice hangs around well after the glass is empty. Worth every second of it.
What Makes This Bourbon Special
135 Proof 15 Year Age Statement Uncut & Unfiltered Buffalo Trace Antique Collection Annual Limited Release No Additives
Awards & Recognition
- 95 Points, 2023 Release
- Flagship release of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, one of the most acclaimed annual whiskey releases in the world
How to Enjoy
Neat, and give it time. At 135 proof, this one rewards patience more than most. Let it breathe in the glass for five minutes before your first sip and you'll notice the difference. A few drops of water can open it up further and soften the heat without taking away the complexity. If you're drinking it straight, take it slow. This isn't a pour to rush.
Product Details
| Category | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
| Series | Buffalo Trace Antique Collection |
| Release Year | 2023 |
| Region | Frankfort, Kentucky, USA |
| Distillery | Buffalo Trace Distillery |
| Mash Bill | Buffalo Trace Mash Bill No. 1 (low rye) |
| Age | 15 Years, 3 Months |
| ABV | 67.5% (135 Proof) |
| Filtration | Non-chill filtered |
| Release Type | Annual limited release, autumn |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Country | USA |
Regular price
$1,299.00
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Buffalo Trace Antique Collection
Overview
There are bottles you collect, and then there's George T. Stagg. Released once a year as part of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, this is one of the most talked-about bourbons in the world, and for good reason. The 2023 release was distilled in the spring of 2008 and spent 15 years and 3 months maturing across five warehouses at Buffalo Trace before being bottled at full barrel strength: 135 proof, no water, no chill filtration.
Over those 15 years, 68% of the original distillate was lost to evaporation. What remains in the bottle is the concentrated result of time, oak, and a Kentucky climate doing what it does. If you're looking for something with genuine age, real proof, and the kind of reputation that's hard-earned rather than marketed, this is it.
The Distillery
Buffalo Trace Distillery sits on the banks of the Kentucky River in Frankfort, Kentucky, and has been in continuous operation for over 200 years, making it one of the oldest working distilleries in the United States. The distillery is named after the ancient buffalo trails that crossed the region, and it's produced bourbon through Prohibition, recessions, and every shift in the whiskey market since.
George T. Stagg is named after a former owner of the distillery from the 1800s. It's part of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection alongside William Larue Weller, Eagle Rare 17, Sazerac 18, and Thomas H. Handy. Each is released in limited quantities each autumn and immediately becomes one of the most sought-after bottles of the year.
Why We Recommend It
At Bourbon Brothers, Stagg earns its spot for anyone ready to step into seriously aged, seriously strong bourbon:
- 15 years of aging at one of the most respected distilleries in the world
- Bottled uncut and unfiltered, straight from the barrel at 135 proof
- Annual limited release, genuinely hard to find at retail
- A profile that balances power and complexity, not just heat
- One of the benchmarks for what aged, high-proof Kentucky bourbon can be
If you've been building your bourbon knowledge and want to try one of the bottles that serious drinkers talk about, the 2023 Stagg is the real thing.
Production & Craftsmanship
| Distilled | Spring 2008 |
| Bottled | Autumn 2023 |
| Age | 15 years, 3 months |
| Mash Bill | Buffalo Trace Mash Bill No. 1 (low rye, exact percentages undisclosed) |
| Warehouses | Warehouses C, I, K, L, and M (floors 1 to 5) |
| Angel's Share | Approximately 68% lost to evaporation over 15 years |
| Filtration | Non-chill filtered |
| Additives | None, no water added, bottled straight from the barrel |
The angel's share figure is worth sitting with: after 15 years in Kentucky warehouses, roughly two thirds of what was originally distilled has evaporated. What's left in the bottle is what survived. That's not a marketing line, that's just what time and oak and heat do to whiskey at this kind of age.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Candied orange and warming ginger lead, with cinnamon and cherry cola underneath. Rich and inviting given the proof, with a deep oak backbone that doesn't push to the front.
Palate
Wave after wave. Leather and dark chocolate first, then bright citrus, orange oil, and yuzu cut through. Spice builds steadily with clove, ginger, and white pepper. Vanilla and caramel hold it all together. More drinkable than 135 proof has any right to be.
Finish
Long and warming. Lingering ginger, dusty cocoa, and dry oak. The spice hangs around well after the glass is empty. Worth every second of it.
What Makes This Bourbon Special
135 Proof 15 Year Age Statement Uncut & Unfiltered Buffalo Trace Antique Collection Annual Limited Release No Additives
Awards & Recognition
- 95 Points, 2023 Release
- Flagship release of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, one of the most acclaimed annual whiskey releases in the world
How to Enjoy
Neat, and give it time. At 135 proof, this one rewards patience more than most. Let it breathe in the glass for five minutes before your first sip and you'll notice the difference. A few drops of water can open it up further and soften the heat without taking away the complexity. If you're drinking it straight, take it slow. This isn't a pour to rush.
Product Details
| Category | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
| Series | Buffalo Trace Antique Collection |
| Release Year | 2023 |
| Region | Frankfort, Kentucky, USA |
| Distillery | Buffalo Trace Distillery |
| Mash Bill | Buffalo Trace Mash Bill No. 1 (low rye) |
| Age | 15 Years, 3 Months |
| ABV | 67.5% (135 Proof) |
| Filtration | Non-chill filtered |
| Release Type | Annual limited release, autumn |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Country | USA |