Stagg Jr. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 14 – 130.2 Proof (65.1% ABV) | 750ml

Powerful, uncut, and highly sought after, Stagg Jr. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 14 is a barrel-proof release from Buffalo Trace Distillery created in the bold style associated with the Stagg name. Bottled at an impressive 65.1% ABV (130.2 proof) in a 750ml bottle, Batch 14 delivers an intense profile of dark fruit, caramel, vanilla, oak, chocolate, and baking spice with the concentrated character expected from barrel-proof bourbon.

Process & Aging

Produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, Stagg Jr. Batch 14 is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey made from Buffalo Trace's Mash Bill #1, the distillery's low-rye bourbon recipe.

After distillation, the bourbon is matured in new charred American oak barrels, where years of interaction with the wood develop its deep color and concentrated flavors of caramel, vanilla, fruit, spice, and oak.

Stagg Jr. is released uncut and unfiltered, allowing the whiskey to be bottled at essentially barrel strength rather than being proofed down to a conventional bottling strength.

For Batch 14, that resulted in a formidable 65.1% ABV (130.2 proof).

Appearance

Deep amber and mahogany with rich copper highlights, displaying the dark and concentrated appearance characteristic of mature barrel-proof bourbon.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich and concentrated with dark cherry, caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, brown sugar, and baking spice accompanied by hints of chocolate.

Palate: Full-bodied and powerful with layers of cherry, caramel, vanilla, dark chocolate, oak, and warm baking spice. The 130.2-proof strength provides substantial intensity and a rich, coating texture.

Finish: Exceptionally long and warming with lingering dark fruit, caramelized sugar, oak, chocolate, vanilla, and spice.

What Makes It Special

Stagg Jr. Batch 14 is part of the highly sought-after series of barrel-proof bourbons produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery.

Unlike bourbons bottled at a standardized proof, each Stagg Jr. batch was released at its own strength, making individual batches distinctly identifiable. Batch 14 was bottled at 130.2 proof, giving collectors and enthusiasts a specific snapshot of the Stagg Jr. profile from this release.

The whiskey is presented uncut and unfiltered, emphasizing concentration and allowing its mature bourbon character to remain as close as possible to its form in the barrel.

Batch 14 also predates the eventual removal of “Jr.” from the brand name. Later releases became known simply as Stagg, making the numbered Stagg Jr. batches particularly recognizable among collectors of Buffalo Trace bourbon.

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat in a whiskey tasting glass, particularly for those accustomed to barrel-proof bourbon. At 130.2 proof, allowing the whiskey to rest in the glass before tasting can help its aromas develop.

A few drops of water can also gradually open the bourbon, revealing additional fruit, caramel, vanilla, chocolate, and oak beneath its substantial proof.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the alcohol content of Stagg Jr. Batch 14?
Batch 14 is bottled at 65.1% ABV (130.2 proof).

Where is Stagg Jr. produced?
It is produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky.

What mash bill is used for Stagg Jr.?
Stagg Jr. is produced from Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1, the distillery's low-rye bourbon mash bill.

Is Stagg Jr. Batch 14 barrel proof?
Yes. Stagg Jr. is an uncut, barrel-proof bourbon, and Batch 14 was released at 130.2 proof.

Is Stagg Jr. the same as Stagg?
The Stagg Jr. name was eventually shortened to Stagg. Batch 14 comes from the earlier period when the whiskey was still labeled Stagg Jr.

What is the bottle size?
This expression comes in a 750ml bottle.

Pricing & Availability

This listing includes one 750ml bottle of Stagg Jr. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 14, bottled at 130.2 proof (65.1% ABV). Available now on our website while supplies last.

Brand Story

Produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery, Stagg Jr. was created to offer whiskey enthusiasts a younger barrel-proof counterpart to the legendary George T. Stagg bourbon. Each release was bottled uncut at its own individual proof, resulting in noticeable variation from batch to batch and helping the series develop a dedicated following among bourbon enthusiasts.

Batch 14, bottled at 130.2 proof, is one of the numbered releases from the original Stagg Jr. era. The expression combines Buffalo Trace's low-rye bourbon foundation with barrel-proof intensity, delivering the rich fruit, caramel, oak, chocolate, and spice that have made the Stagg name one of the distillery's most recognizable high-proof bourbon labels.