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Redemption Bourbon vs Stagg
Redemption Bourbon and Stagg sit on opposite sides of a familiar divide: a sourced, rye-forward blend versus an undiluted barrel-strength pour.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Redemption Bourbon | 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) | 130 proof (65% ABV) +46 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$25 – $32 ~$67 less | ~$70 – $120 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Limited |
- 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
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Stagg
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Flavor Profile
Redemption Bourbon Stagg
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 3/10 heat: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Stagg 10 out of 10
oak 4/9 oak: Redemption Bourbon 4 out of 10, Stagg 9 out of 10
sweetness 5/7 sweetness: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Stagg 7 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: Redemption Bourbon 3 out of 10, Stagg 4 out of 10
spice 7/7 spice: Redemption Bourbon 7 out of 10, Stagg 7 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Redemption Bourbon 5 out of 10, Stagg 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- 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.
- 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 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 Stagg if you want the biggest, hottest, most concentrated expression of the Buffalo Trace profile with significantly more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed old-fashioned, cocktails, highball (Redemption Bourbon); neat (Stagg).