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Stagg Jr. Batch 12 (Summer 2019)
132.3 proof NAS Bourbon Buffalo Trace Frankfort, KY $60 Low rye (estimated below 10%)

Creamy and inviting with pronounced vanilla, caramel, and brown sugar. Softer character than its proof suggests, with minimal burn. Noticeably less aggressive than typical Stagg Junior profiles.

Silky and mouth-coating with a buttery, almost creamy texture. Well-rounded and pleasing across the entire palate. Darker notes emerge with vanilla prominent. Less sizzle and numbing than peer expressions.

Long and elegant with a lingering cinnamon and baking-spice character. Radiates warmth through the head rather than delivering deep-chest compression. Non-drying with excellent persistence.

Impressive
An exceptional sipper that transcends the typical Stagg Jr. profile with a silky texture, buttery mouthfeel, and refined balance that justifies its status as the standout batch among enthusiasts.
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