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George T. Stagg vs Zackariah Harris
Comparing George T. Stagg and Zackariah Harris reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a blender-built, even-keeled bottling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | George T. Stagg | Zackariah Harris |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 142.8 proof (71.4% ABV) +63 proof | 80 proof (40% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$150 – $800 | ~$13 – $22 ~$458 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- George T. Stagg and Zackariah Harris do not publish an official mash bill.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.
Zackariah Harris
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
George T. Stagg Zackariah Harris
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 10/3 heat: George T. Stagg 10 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
oak 9/3 oak: George T. Stagg 9 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
fruit 6/2 fruit: George T. Stagg 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
spice 6/3 spice: George T. Stagg 6 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10
sweetness 7/5 sweetness: George T. Stagg 7 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/2 nuttiness: George T. Stagg 3 out of 10, Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- 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.
- Zackariah Harris: A bottom-shelf Kentucky straight bourbon, mostly sold in liters and handles. Simple caramel and oak with a short, warm finish.
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 Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (George T. Stagg); highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris).