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Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon vs Stagg
Comparing Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon and Stagg reveals a matchup between a modern, wheated craft expression and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon | Stagg |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 15% wheat, 10% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | 4 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 87 proof (43.5% ABV) | 130 proof (65% ABV) +43 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$40 – $45 ~$53 less | ~$70 – $120 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Limited |
- Stagg does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon
Didn't care for this one.
Stagg
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Flavor Profile
Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon Stagg
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 3/10 heat: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Stagg 10 out of 10
spice 2/7 spice: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 2 out of 10, Stagg 7 out of 10
oak 4/9 oak: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, Stagg 9 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 6 out of 10, Stagg 7 out of 10
fruit 4/5 fruit: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, Stagg 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Stagg 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land very differently on the palate for heat.
- Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon: A farm-to-bottle wheater from northern Illinois. Soft red winter wheat keeps it gentle and bready, with caramel and vanilla up front and very little bite at 87 proof.
- 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 Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon if you want a soft, easygoing wheated bourbon made start to finish on one Midwest farm 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 rocks, highball, cocktails (Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon); neat (Stagg).