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Jack Daniel’s 14 Year vs George T. Stagg
Jack Daniel’s 14 Year and George T. Stagg are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional Tennessee whiskeys, where the real difference is price (~$150 – $250 vs. ~$150 – $800).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jack Daniel’s 14 Year | George T. Stagg |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Tennessee Whiskey, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 80% corn, 8% rye, 12% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | 14 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 126.3 proof (63.1% ABV) | 142.8 proof (71.4% ABV) +17 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$150 – $250 ~$275 less | ~$150 – $800 |
| Availability | Limited easier to find | Allocated |
- 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
Jack Daniel’s 14 Year
No notes yet.
George T. Stagg
Very complex, with the taste profile moving across the entire palate.
Flavor Profile
Jack Daniel’s 14 Year George T. Stagg
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 8/7 sweetness: Jack Daniel’s 14 Year 8 out of 10, George T. Stagg 7 out of 10
heat 9/10 heat: Jack Daniel’s 14 Year 9 out of 10, George T. Stagg 10 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: Jack Daniel’s 14 Year 4 out of 10, George T. Stagg 3 out of 10
spice 6/6 spice: Jack Daniel’s 14 Year 6 out of 10, George T. Stagg 6 out of 10
oak 9/9 oak: Jack Daniel’s 14 Year 9 out of 10, George T. Stagg 9 out of 10
fruit 6/6 fruit: Jack Daniel’s 14 Year 6 out of 10, George T. Stagg 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land close together on every flavor axis — the differences are in texture and proof more than character.
- Jack Daniel’s 14 Year: The oldest Jack Daniel's in over a century, bottled near barrel proof. Butterscotch and bakery spice over rich leather, old oak and pipe tobacco.
- 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.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Jack Daniel’s 14 Year if you want the oldest, strongest Jack Daniel's on the shelf at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with George T. Stagg if you want the oldest, hottest, most concentrated Buffalo Trace bourbon you can find with more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Jack Daniel’s 14 Year); neat (George T. Stagg).