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Redemption Bourbon vs George T. Stagg
Comparing Redemption Bourbon and George T. Stagg reveals a matchup between a blender-built, spice-driven bottling and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Redemption Bourbon | George T. Stagg |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | High-Rye Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 84 proof (42% ABV) | 142.8 proof (71.4% ABV) +59 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$25 – $32 ~$447 less | ~$150 – $800 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- George T. Stagg does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Redemption Bourbon
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
George T. Stagg
Very complex, with the taste profile moving across the entire palate.
Flavor Profile
Redemption Bourbon George T. Stagg
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 3/10 heat: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, George T. Stagg 10 out of 10
oak 4/9 oak: Redemption Bourbon 4 out of 10, George T. Stagg 9 out of 10
sweetness 5/7 sweetness: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, George T. Stagg 7 out of 10
spice 7/6 spice: Redemption Bourbon 7 out of 10, George T. Stagg 6 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, George T. Stagg 6 out of 10
nuttiness 3/3 nuttiness: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, George T. Stagg 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- 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.
- 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 Redemption Bourbon if you want an inexpensive, unambiguous example of the MGP high-rye style for mixing 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 significantly more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Redemption Bourbon); neat (George T. Stagg).