George T. Stagg Bourbon 2025 Release 142.8 Proof

A rare "Hazmat" bourbon from the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. Aged 15+ years. Uncut, unfiltered.

The 2025 George T. Stagg is the powerhouse anchor of this year's Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC). Clocking in at a scorching 142.8 proof (71.4% ABV), this release enters the coveted "Hazmat" territory (whiskey over 140 proof), making it one of the most potent and flavorful bottlings in the brand's history.

Aged for 15 years and 4 months, this Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is bottled uncut and unfiltered. It offers the raw, uncompromising character that collectors and connoisseurs demand. The high proof amplifies the signature Stagg profile- deep, dark, and oily- without sacrificing complexity. This is not just a drink; it is an experience of American whiskey at its absolute peak.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: intense waves of burnt sugar, dark chocolate, and root beer, followed by seasoned oak and a touch of hot honey.

• Palate: Viscous and oily mouthfeel. Explodes with molasses, black cherry compote, tobacco leaf, and roasted nuts.

• Finish: Exceptionally long and fiery. Lingering notes of leather, vanilla bean, and cracked black pepper.

Product Specifications

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery

• Collection: Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC) 2025

• Proof: 142.8 (71.4% ABV)

• Age: 15 Years, 4 Months

• Mash Bill: Mash Bill #1 (Low Rye)

• Filtration: Uncut & Unfiltered

• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Why This Bottle is Special The 2025 release marks a return to the extreme high-proof prowess that put George T. Stagg on the map. Bottles surpassing the 140-proof mark are exceedingly rare in the modern market, making this specific vintage a "grail" bottle for serious collectors and drinkers alike.