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Stagg vs George T. Stagg
Stagg and George T. Stagg are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional bourbons, where the real difference is price (~$70 – $120 vs. ~$150 – $800).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Stagg | George T. Stagg |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 130 proof (65% ABV) | 142.8 proof (71.4% ABV) +13 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $120 ~$380 less | ~$150 – $800 |
| Availability | Limited easier to find | Allocated |
- Stagg and George T. Stagg do not publish an official mash bill.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
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
George T. Stagg
Very complex, with the taste profile moving across the entire palate.
Flavor Profile
Stagg George T. Stagg
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 7/6 spice: Stagg 7 out of 10, George T. Stagg 6 out of 10
fruit 5/6 fruit: Stagg 5 out of 10, George T. Stagg 6 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: Stagg 4 out of 10, George T. Stagg 3 out of 10
sweetness 7/7 sweetness: Stagg 7 out of 10, George T. Stagg 7 out of 10
oak 9/9 oak: Stagg 9 out of 10, George T. Stagg 9 out of 10
heat 10/10 heat: Stagg 10 out of 10, George T. Stagg 10 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.
- 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.
- 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 Stagg if you want the biggest, hottest, most concentrated expression of the Buffalo Trace profile 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 (Stagg); neat (George T. Stagg).