{"product_id":"stagg-jr-barrel-proof-bourbon-whiskey-batch-1-134-4-proof","title":"Stagg Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey Batch 1 134.4 Proof","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStagg Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey Batch 1 134.4 Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e is the inaugural release of the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eStagg Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e series from Buffalo Trace Distillery, created to deliver the bold, uncut character of barrel-proof bourbon in the tradition of George T. Stagg. First released in \u003cstrong\u003e2013\u003c\/strong\u003e, Batch 1 was bottled \u003cstrong\u003euncut and unfiltered at an intense 134.4 proof (67.2% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e. As the bottle that launched what would become one of Buffalo Trace's most sought-after barrel-proof bourbon series, Batch 1 has become particularly desirable among collectors seeking the earliest releases of Stagg Jr.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowerful and full-bodied, Stagg Jr. Batch 1 delivers concentrated aromas of dark caramel, vanilla, charred oak, brown sugar, and baking spice. The palate brings waves of caramelized sugar, dark fruit, vanilla, cinnamon, black pepper, and heavily toasted oak, backed by the substantial warmth expected from its 134.4 proof. The finish is \u003cstrong\u003elong, intense, and warming\u003c\/strong\u003e, leaving lingering notes of dark caramel, oak char, vanilla, pepper, and baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, charred oak, baking spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramelized sugar, dark fruit, vanilla, cinnamon, black pepper, toasted oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and powerful with lingering caramel, oak char, vanilla, pepper, and warming spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• What is Stagg Jr. Batch 1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStagg Jr. Batch 1 is the \u003cstrong\u003einaugural release of Stagg Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e, a series created by Buffalo Trace Distillery to showcase a younger barrel-proof bourbon inspired by the powerful style of George T. Stagg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• When was Stagg Jr. Batch 1 released?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first batch of Stagg Jr. was released in \u003cstrong\u003e2013\u003c\/strong\u003e, marking the beginning of what would become one of Buffalo Trace's most collectible barrel-proof bourbon series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Who produces Stagg Jr. Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStagg Jr. is produced by \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e in Frankfort, Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Is Stagg Jr. Batch 1 collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. As the \u003cstrong\u003efirst-ever Stagg Jr. release\u003c\/strong\u003e, Batch 1 has become increasingly collectible, particularly among enthusiasts looking to assemble the complete series of numbered Stagg Jr. batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Is Stagg Jr. the same as Stagg today?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe expression originally launched as \u003cstrong\u003eStagg Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e, but Buffalo Trace later removed the “Jr.” designation. Modern releases are now simply labeled \u003cstrong\u003eStagg\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the earlier numbered batches retain the Stagg Jr. name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• What is the ABV and proof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStagg Jr. Batch 1 is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e67.2% ABV (134.4 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e and is presented uncut and unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44550317178983,"sku":null,"price":1799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/2929\/1879\/files\/Stagg_Jr._Barrel_Proof_Bourbon_Whiskey_Batch_18_127.6_Proof.webp?v=1761356287","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyshelf.com\/products\/stagg-jr-barrel-proof-bourbon-whiskey-batch-1-134-4-proof","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}