700ml . Nose: actually quite civilized compared to these 70% versions. Ouch. Some time ago The Whisky Exchange released a set of several samples from the yearly Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, but even that set is long gone. The spirit warms the mouth and settles with a heat in the chest. Color: 1.6, Mahogany/Henna Notes. Delivered Worldwide. 2018 George T. Stagg Bourbon Whiskey 124.9 Proof 750ml $ 699.56 $ 932.75 / 1000ml. Upgrade to PRO to view data from the last five years. sales tax. Free shipping. 0 bids. This bourbon was distilled in spring 2003 and bottled in fall 2018. The history and heritage of this spirit hold up to the words of an 1890 Bourbon Expert, “ne plus ultra of its class,” “the best of the best.”. Bottler: Buffalo Trace. The nose is complex with a wide variety of notes including tobacco, smoke, cherries, and vanilla. Die frischen Fässer aus Weißeiche wurden im Frühling 2001 befüllt und stammen aus den Lagerhäusern C, K, M und Q. Popularity relative to other wines, spirits and beers, irrespective of vintage, based on the number of searches from Feb 2019 to Jan 2021 . George T. Stagg 2017 129.2 Proof 750mL. This mash includes Kentucky Corn, Minnesota Rye, and North Dakota Malted Barley at undisclosed percentages. Your email address will not be published. This whiskey is NAS (no age statement) but ages for no less than 15 years. You can find/contact him on Instagram @the_brothers_bournon, BUFFALO TRACE DISTILLERY RELEASES HIGHLY SOUGHT…, BUFFALO TRACE DISTILLERY RELEASES ITS MUCH…. Learn how your comment data is processed. Weller Special Reserve; W.L. 2018 Whiskey Bourbon from Kentucky. 2017 George T Stagg (129.2 Proof) & 2018 George T Stagg (124.9 Proof) Method: Semi-Blind. Landon recently graduated with a doctoral degree in leadership. Your email address will not be published. Weller C.Y.P.B. This Kentuck… George T. Stagg 2016 144.1 Proof 750mL. The finish is long and pleasant. George T. Stagg; Stagg Jr. Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old; Sazerac Rye; Thomas H. Handy Sazerac; Blanton's Single Barrel; Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel; Old Weller Antique; W.L. The 2018 bottling has been produced from 284 barrels containing Bourbon distilled in Spring 2003. This was definitely the highlight of my day Sunday. Aside from living up to its reputation—which is a kind of intellectual aspect of the experience—on a purely sensory level it just hits so many impressive notes. Not enough users have reviewed this. Press Esc to cancel. George T. Stagg is a barrel proof bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery’s Mash Bill #1 that is aged 15+ years. Pre-Owned. Current Wine. George T Stagg (2018) 62.45% abv 124.9 Proof 15 years, 4 Months old Color: Amber / Dark Rust. This came from a batch of 284 barrels, a noticeable uptick from the decade-prior batch. The Schtick: This is a widely anticipated annual release from Buffalo Trace. George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rich in flavor and tradition. Moving on to 2018: Buffalo Trace informs us that this is a 15 year and 4 month old release, clocking in at 124.9 proof (62.45%), closer to the middle of the range. Served In: Glencairn, Neat. Smoke, char, tobacco, and dark chocolate are most notable. Always gone before you know it, fetching high prices because of its reputation. First released in 2002 George T Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is part of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection annual limited releases. The 2018 bottling has been produced from 284 barrels containing Bourbon distilled in Spring 2003. Caramel pastry. As the bourbon lingers faint notes of cinnamon and clove emerge. George T. Stagg built the most dominant American distillery of the 19th century, during a time known as the Gilded Age of Bourbon. Aromatic wood shavings, pencils, vanilla and new leather, with maple syrup, Coca-Cola and mint cordial close behind it. George T. Stagg was a 19th century distiller, and the Buffalo Trace distillery was named after him for most of the 20th century, becoming Ancient Age in 1983 and adopting its current title in 1999. Oak char, burnt cherries. The flagship bottling in the range, was distilled in the spring of 2003 from a mash bill of rye, malted barley and corn before it was matured in new charred oak barrels for no less than 15 years. Search Rank Over Time. Eagle Rare was originally introduced to the market by Seagram in 1975, and bottled at 101 proof. This Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is uncut and unfiltered. The bourbon was released at 124.9 proof. Add to Wish List Flat Cola indeed. The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection is one of the most coveted series of annual releases in the Kentucky whiskey world. $64.99. Fassstärke abgefüllt und zeigt so seinen ungezügelten Charakter und Geschmack. The flagship bottling from Buffalo Trace distillery in Kentucky and one of the strongest whiskeys I’ve ever come accross (usually 60-70°: Hazmat). Aggregate Reviews House Review Add your review. Die Antique Collection wird seit dem Jahr 2000 von Buffalo Trace herausgebracht. George T. Stagg surprised with its lowest proof ever. These favors progress into cinnamon and dark roast coffee. Excellent but you really have to like oak. Fall 2018 release of George T St… Score 95/100 Watch; New Listing 2019 George T. Stagg Empty Bourbon Bottle Buffalo Trace Antique Collection BTAC. Each sip of this bourbon erupts with flavor. Really excellent nose that doesn't burn off your nostrils like some vintages of GTS. MSRP was set at $99 for the 2018 release. Buffalo Trace Distillery Releases 15th Batch of Stagg Jr. Belfour Bourbon Whiskey Finished With Texas Pecan Wood, O.H. Uncut and unfiltered, this robust bourbon whiskey ages for nearly a decade and boasts the bold character that is reminiscent of the man himself. This was distilled in the spring of 2003 and bottled in 2018. Lingering notes of cinnamon and clove are a pleasant surprise evident in the finish. Weller 12 Year; William Larue Weller; Benchmark; Bourbon Cream; Wheatley Vodka; Awards. UK: London . Brand New. New: Lagavulin 22 Years Jazz Festival / Kilkerran 16 Years / Benromach 21 Years, Ben Nevis 1996 (Sansibar for DeinWhisky.de), Kilkerran 8 Years Cask Strength (2021 release), New: GlenAllachie 30 / Glen Scotia Bordeaux / Mac-Talla / Kilchoman PX and Mezcal, Bunnahabhain ‘Untold Riches’ (Wemyss Malts). George T Stagg 2008 vs 2018 Tasting Comparison Turkish coffee. Benchmark. Sazerac purchased the brand in 1989, but has always released Eagle Rare 17 Year at 90 proof. George T Stagg - For Sale and Delivered Worldwide. An exceptional George T. Stagg Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey that was produced for the 2018 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. George T Stagg 2018 For Sale. George T. Stagg 2018 was distilled in the Spring of 2003. This bourbon was distilled in spring 2003 and bottled in fall 2018. Immense flavours, fighting each other to be noticed. The 2018 edition of George T. Stagg is one of the lowest proofs ever released under this label allowing the depth of flavour from 15 years of aging to really shine. He is a registered respiratory therapist and a clinical educator/coordinator for a respiratory therapy department. The flavors are then rich and sincere. Nose: Medium alcohol sting. This third sip is an incredible mixture of all the tasting notes listed above and permeates the entire mouth. It is aged in new charred oak barrels and bottled uncut, unfiltered and at cask strength. Buffalo Trace Antique Collection: George T Stagg 2018. The first sip coats the mouth and has a medium viscosity. Entirely on pine wood, mint and eucalyptus, truckloads of pepper and trademark leather. American Whiskey Review #50: George T. Stagg (2018) Distillery: Buffalo Trace Region: Kentucky ABV: 62.45% Cask Strength Age: 15 year and 4 months. Only 284 hand selected barrels were chosen to be bottled in 2018 after the bourbon had rested for 15 years and 4 months. I selected both offerings and my fiancé mixed them up and served them to me as Sample A and Sample B. Additionally, Landon acts as an adjunct professor for a couple of well know universities. ABV: 62.45%. It was awarded a Double Gold Medal in the 2018 World Spirits Competition. Jahrhundert, dem goldenen Zeitalter des Bourbon, gründete er die Brennerei, die jetzt unter dem Namen Buffalo Trace bekannt ist, nahe des Flusses Kentucky. The original George T. Stagg distillery was one of four distilleries that were permitted to remain in operation during prohibition. The flagship bottling from Buffalo Trace distillery in Kentucky and one of the strongest whiskeys I’ve ever come accross (usually 60-70°: Hazmat). Still a benchmark when it comes to bourbon whiskey dialled to 11. $20.00. Aggregated Reviews. George T. Stagg Bourbon 2018 – Never a shy whiskey, this release was distilled in spring 2003, and contains 284 barrels, “not quite as much as last year’s yield, but still significantly more than the yield from previous years. The gorgeous color offers a great preview of what’s to come. Nose: It starts with a lot of cherry cola. It uses the Buffalo Trace mashbill #1 along with Stagg Jr., Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, and Colonel E.H. Taylor. George T Stagg bottled 2018: The Pinnacle of Bourbon. Buy It Now +$20.40 shipping. Sazerac 18 Year is again drawn from tanked stock. The bourbon was released at 124.9 proof. George T. Stagg is a limited-production bourbon whiskey distributed by Buffalo Trace Distillery, as part of the distillery's "Antique Collection" series.It is a high proof uncut and unfiltered bourbon, aged for approximately 15 years. It is one of five bottles in their Antique Collection, and represents their take on a straight bourbon at cask strength. Ingram River Aged Straight Rye Whiskey, Roaming Man Batch 10 Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey, Pursuit Spirits Announces Release of Pursuit United, WOODFORD RESERVE RELEASES WINTER 2020 MASTER’S COLLECTION, BUFFALO TRACE DISTILLERY RELEASES 1995 VINTAGE O.F.C. $40.00. FAST 'N FREE. Notes of caramel, cherries, oranges, prunes, oak, leather, burnt brown sugar, rye and all spice. It has been distributed only once a year in the fall, but in 2005 a second spring release was added. Distiller: Buffalo Trace. Color: Deep Ruby Amber. ex. The 2020 Antique Collection is on its way. George T. Stagg 15 yo 2003 (62,45%, OB 2018, 37.111 btl.) That's joined by a brown sugar caramel. The nose will entice you with a complex array of notes including cigar tobacco, espresso, smoke, char, vanilla, cherry, cinnamon, and oak. Notes of char, tobacco, caramel, and vanilla are present. George T. Stagg 2018 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Be the first to review this product This hearty whiskey earned a Gold Medal at the 2019 Los Angeles International Spirits Competition, and the Chairman’s Trophy, 98 points at the 2019 Ultimate Spirits Challenge. Thanks to @thewalkingdad for bringing over his bottle of GTS that he scored (and waited in line several hours for). Buffalo Trace Antique Collection 2018. Guaranteed by Tue, Feb. 16. Something slightly fragrant (women’s powder), must be the wood again. Required fields are marked *. Begin typing your search above and press return to search. Some well ripened black grapes pop in along with a hint of… BOURBON WHISKEY, Elijah Craig Barrel Batch B516 Proof 139.4, Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch (2019 Release), Old Fitzgerald Bottled-In-Bond: 15 Year (Fall 2019). Finish: very long, with lots of charred wood, cinnamon, peppermint and leather. George T. Stagg is one of five offerings in Buffalo Trace’s Antique Collection. It’s been a while since I’ve had the iconic George T. Stagg (perhaps since 2012, I’m not too sure). Im 19. Price: $ $ $ $ $ Share . 2018 George T Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey was distilled to 62.45% / 124.9 proof and entered the barrel at 125 proof in the spring of 2003. Landon is a whiskey enthusiast who enjoys sharing his knowledge and passion for bourbon and whiskey with others. or Best Offer. Notes of smoke, oak, and char are initially present. Age: 15 Years. MSRP on this was $99 which, LAWLZ. George T. Stagg was a 19th century distiller, and the Buffalo Trace distillery was named after him for most of the 20th century, becoming Ancient Age in 1983 and adopting its current title in 1999. George T. Stagg 2018 124.9 Proof 750mL. Once the alcohol kick is gone, there’s a big sweet side, with blackberry jam and deep syrupy notes, always showing peppermint and aniseed in the background. Palate: Medium to thick mouthfeel. Only 284 hand selected barrels were chosen to be bottled in 2018 after the bourbon had rested for 15 years and 4 months. But this 2018 George T. Stagg has been a special journey. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Der Kentucky Straight Bourbon zeigt Noten von Espresso, dunkler Schokolade und Tabak. Review #1001 | Bourbon Review #519 – Buffalo Trace Antique Collection: George T Stagg 2018. This whiskey is NAS (no age statement) but ages for no less than 15 years. George T. Stagg (2018) It’s been a while since I’ve had the iconic George T. Stagg (perhaps since 2012, I’m not too sure). Der George T. Stagg wird mit enormen 72.05% vol. However, the biggest surprise was Eagle Rare 17 Year. Some time ago The Whisky Exchange released a set of several samples from the yearly Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, but even that set is long gone. Caraway seeds and chocolate. George T. Stagg wurde 1835 geboren. The texture thick and generous. MSRP was set at $99 for the 2018 release. George T Stagg 2018 Straight Bourbon Whiskey Bottle - empty. The finish is long and mouthwatering. Nose: actually quite civilized compared to these 70% versions. After at least 15 years and 4 months of aging in warehouses C, H, I, K, P, and Q, it was bottled in the Fall of 2018 at 124.9 proof. Mouth: very woody. W.L. He enjoys reviewing new, different, and unique whiskeys. Every year limited edition bottles of George T. Stagg, William Larue Weller, Thomas H. Handy, Eagle Rare, and Sazerac Rye are put to market in limited quantities, and 2018 is no different. Nose: Caramel, cherry pie, brown sugar, leather, butterscotch, moist tobacco. The heat from this bourbon is evident across the top of the tongue and stimulated a Pavlovian response. Go to shop Hatton & Edwards. Very dense. 2018 George T. Stagg Straight Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky, USA. Der George T. Stagg ist ein exquisiter Kentucky Straight Bourbon aus der jährlich erscheinenden Antique Collection von der Traditions-Destillerie Buffalo Trace, der nur in begrenzter Menge zur Verfügung steht. The second sip erupts with toffee, smoke, and dark chocolate notes. George T. Stagg is one of five offerings in Buffalo Trace’s Antique Collection. George T. Stagg 2016 mit 0,7 Liter und 72,05 % Vol. Whiskey: George T. Stagg 2018 Release 62.45% ABV Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Time left 2h 53m left. Sample A. George T. Stagg is an uncut, unfiltered Kentucky straight bourbon that always packs a flavor punch with every pour. Zesty citrus. Tobacco leaves.