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Stagg vs Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13
Comparing Stagg and Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a sourced, even-keeled blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Stagg | Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | 8 years |
| Proof | 130 proof (65% ABV) +19 proof | 110.8 proof (55.4% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $120 ~$45 less | ~$130 – $150 |
- Stagg and Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 do not publish an official mash bill.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
Stagg
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Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13
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Flavor Profile
Stagg Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 10/6 heat: Stagg 10 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 6 out of 10
fruit 5/8 fruit: Stagg 5 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 8 out of 10
oak 9/7 oak: Stagg 9 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 7 out of 10
sweetness 7/8 sweetness: Stagg 7 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 8 out of 10
spice 7/6 spice: Stagg 7 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 6 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: Stagg 4 out of 10, Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- 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.
- Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13: Bardstown's annual blend of older sourced bourbons. Rich and dessert-like, with creme brulee, toffee and dark fruit over peppery oak.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Stagg if you want the biggest, hottest, most concentrated expression of the Buffalo Trace profile at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13 if you want a rich, dessert-like annual blend of older Kentucky bourbons.
Best enjoyed neat (Stagg); neat (Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #13).