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George T. Stagg vs Redemption Bourbon
Comparing George T. Stagg and Redemption Bourbon reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a sourced, spice-driven blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | George T. Stagg | Redemption Bourbon |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 142.8 proof (71.4% ABV) +59 proof | 84 proof (42% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$150 – $800 | ~$25 – $32 ~$447 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- George T. Stagg does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
George T. Stagg
Very complex, with the taste profile moving across the entire palate.
Redemption Bourbon
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
George T. Stagg Redemption Bourbon
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 10/3 heat: George T. Stagg 10 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10
oak 9/4 oak: George T. Stagg 9 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 4 out of 10
sweetness 7/5 sweetness: George T. Stagg 7 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10
spice 6/7 spice: George T. Stagg 6 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 7 out of 10
fruit 6/5 fruit: George T. Stagg 6 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: George T. Stagg 3 out of 10, Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- George T. Stagg: The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection's barrel-proof bourbon, around 15 years old. Root beer, dark caramel and charred oak at an enormous proof that changes each year.
- Redemption Bourbon: Straightforward sourced MGP at a modest proof, and about as clear a reference sample of the high-rye MGP profile as you can buy. Thin neat, but a reliable and inexpensive cocktail base.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with George T. Stagg if you want the oldest, hottest, most concentrated Buffalo Trace bourbon you can find with significantly more proof behind it.
- Go with Redemption Bourbon if you want an inexpensive, unambiguous example of the MGP high-rye style for mixing at a significantly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat (George T. Stagg); old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Redemption Bourbon).