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Noah's Mill vs Stagg
Comparing Noah's Mill and Stagg reveals a matchup between a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Noah's Mill | Stagg |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 114.3 proof (57.1% ABV) | 130 proof (65% ABV) +16 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$60 – $70 ~$30 less | ~$70 – $120 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Limited |
- Noah's Mill and Stagg do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
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Noah's Mill
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Flavor Profile
Noah's Mill Stagg
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 6/9 oak: Noah's Mill 6 out of 10, Stagg 9 out of 10
heat 7/10 heat: Noah's Mill 7 out of 10, Stagg 10 out of 10
nuttiness 7/4 nuttiness: Noah's Mill 7 out of 10, Stagg 4 out of 10
fruit 7/5 fruit: Noah's Mill 7 out of 10, Stagg 5 out of 10
spice 6/7 spice: Noah's Mill 6 out of 10, Stagg 7 out of 10
sweetness 7/7 sweetness: Noah's Mill 7 out of 10, Stagg 7 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Oak is doing most of the differentiating here.
- Noah's Mill: A high-proof Willett blend with a lot of nutty and fruity character. Peanut, golden raisin and jam make it taste like peanut butter and jelly, and it finishes very dry.
- Stagg: Uncut and unfiltered Buffalo Trace at a proof that demands respect. Dark chocolate, espresso and charred oak arrive with genuine heat, and a few drops of water unlock a surprising amount of fruit.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Noah's Mill if you want a high-proof, nutty, jammy Willett bourbon with a bone-dry finish at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
- Go with Stagg if you want the biggest, hottest, most concentrated expression of the Buffalo Trace profile with more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed neat (Noah's Mill); neat (Stagg).