{"product_id":"stagg-jr-barrel-proof-bourbon-whiskey-batch-18-131-proof","title":"Stagg Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey Batch 18 131 Proof","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStagg Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey Batch 18 131 Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly sought-after \u003cstrong\u003eKentucky straight bourbon whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e from Buffalo Trace Distillery and represents the final numbered release of the original Stagg Jr. series. Bottled \u003cstrong\u003euncut and unfiltered at 131 proof (65.5% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Batch 18 delivers the intense barrel-strength character that made Stagg Jr. one of the most celebrated bourbons in the Buffalo Trace portfolio. Its position at the transition from the original \u003cstrong\u003eStagg Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e name to the modern \u003cstrong\u003eStagg\u003c\/strong\u003e designation adds to its appeal among collectors and enthusiasts building a complete vertical of the series.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowerful and richly layered, Stagg Jr. Batch 18 opens with aromas of dark caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, ripe cherry, and toasted oak. The palate delivers concentrated layers of caramelized sugar, dark fruit, vanilla, cinnamon, cocoa, black pepper, and charred oak, all supported by substantial barrel-proof warmth. Its rich, full-bodied texture transitions into a \u003cstrong\u003elong and intense finish\u003c\/strong\u003e filled with lingering caramel, dark cherry, chocolate, vanilla, toasted oak, and warming 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, ripe cherry, toasted oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramelized sugar, dark fruit, vanilla, cinnamon, cocoa, black pepper, charred oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and powerful with lingering caramel, dark cherry, chocolate, vanilla, toasted oak, 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 18?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStagg Jr. Batch 18 is a \u003cstrong\u003ebarrel-proof Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e from Buffalo Trace Distillery, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 131 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• What makes Stagg Jr. Batch 18 special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBatch 18 represents the \u003cstrong\u003efinal numbered batch associated with the original Stagg Jr. era\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it particularly significant for collectors following the evolution of the Stagg bourbon lineup.\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 18 collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its high proof, limited availability, and position at the end of the original Stagg Jr. numbered series make Batch 18 a desirable bottle for collectors and enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Why did Stagg Jr. become Stagg?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuffalo Trace eventually \u003cstrong\u003eremoved the “Jr.” designation\u003c\/strong\u003e from the brand. Subsequent releases are labeled simply \u003cstrong\u003eStagg\u003c\/strong\u003e, while maintaining the barrel-proof style established by Stagg Jr.\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 18 is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e65.5% ABV (131 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e and is presented uncut and unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44550398738535,"sku":null,"price":299.99,"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-18-131-proof","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}