Stagg Jr. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
130 proof
NAS
Bourbon
Buffalo Trace Distillery
$75
75% corn, 15% rye, 10% malted barley
Nose
Not extensively described on the nose.
Palate
Peppery and hot with notes of caramel and roasted marshmallows; strong burn with lingering pepper on the back of the throat.
Finish
Peppery with a strong punch; leaves you wanting another sip despite the intensity.
Overall Score
3.7 / 5
A high-proof, full-bodied bourbon with aggressive spice and heat that rewards patient sipping and reveals layers of caramel beneath the initial intensity.
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5.0
Perfection
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