{"product_id":"george-t-stagg-bourbon-whiskey-2022-138-7-proof-750ml","title":"George T. Stagg Bourbon Whiskey 2022 138.7 Proof 750mL","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"612\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"335\"\u003eGeorge T. Stagg Bourbon Whiskey 2022 138.7 Proof 750mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is a powerhouse, uncut, and unfiltered release from Buffalo Trace’s legendary Antique Collection. The 2022 vintage marks the triumphant return of Stagg after its rare absence in 2021—delivering the massive intensity, deep oak influence, and signature richness that fans crave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eAged for well over 15 years in the distillery’s warmest and most active warehouses, this 2022 bottling is packed with bold, layered flavors. At \u003cstrong data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e138.7 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers commanding notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"917\"\u003edark cherry, molasses, caramelized sugar, vanilla bean, heavy oak, dark chocolate, tobacco, and baking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, all wrapped in Stagg’s unmistakable barrel-strength power. This vintage is revered by collectors and enthusiasts for its depth, balance, and explosive profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherry reduction, molasses, seasoned oak, cocoa, cinnamon, vanilla\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, dark chocolate, dried cherries, tobacco leaf, molasses, bold spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, fiery, rich with lingering oak, pepper, and dark sweetness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003e• What is the proof of the 2022 George T. Stagg?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eThe 2022 release is bottled at a massive \u003cstrong data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003e138.7 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, uncut and unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e• Why was this release so anticipated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eStagg skipped 2021, making the 2022 vintage one of the most \u003cstrong data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003ehighly anticipated returns\u003c\/strong\u003e in BTAC history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003e• Is this a limited release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eYes — part of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Antique Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is extremely limited and highly allocated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e• How should I drink it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eEnjoy \u003cstrong data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003eneat\u003c\/strong\u003e, or add a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003efew drops of water\u003c\/strong\u003e or a large ice cube to open up the layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003e• How old is the 2022 bottling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003eStagg releases typically age \u003cstrong data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003e15+ years\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing intense oak complexity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003e• What makes it special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2091\"\u003eIts mix of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003ehigh proof, long aging, explosive flavor, and rarity\u003c\/strong\u003e make it one of the most collectible bourbons ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41921986527335,"sku":"088004027841","price":1299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/2929\/1879\/files\/George_T._Stagg_Bourbon_Whiskey_2017_129.2_Proof.webp?v=1761358288","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyshelf.com\/products\/george-t-stagg-bourbon-whiskey-2022-138-7-proof-750ml","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}