Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26C 124.6 Proof

Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26C 124.6 Proof

Kentucky Straight Bourbon | 62.3% ABV | 124.6 Proof | 750mL | Kentucky, USA | Batch 26C | 8 Years | Barrel Proof | Uncut & Unfiltered

Process & Profile

Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26C is an eight-year-old barrel-proof bourbon produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. Matured in new charred white oak barrels, it is bottled uncut and unfiltered at 62.3% ABV / 124.6 proof, preserving the whiskey’s natural concentration, texture, and barrel character.

Batch 26C carries its own distinct proof within the Stagg series, reflecting the variations created by each group of selected barrels. Its profile centers on the rich chocolate, brown sugar, dark fruit, oak, and rye-driven spice associated with Stagg while delivering the powerful structure expected from an undiluted bourbon.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Brown sugar, caramel, dark chocolate, ripe cherry, vanilla, seasoned oak, and warm baking spice.

• Palate: Full-bodied and concentrated with chocolate, molasses, caramelized sugar, dark fruit, charred oak, clove, and bold rye spice.

• Finish: Long and warming with lingering cherry, chocolate, smoky oak, clove, and peppery spice.

What Makes It Special

• Identified as Batch 26C, distinguishing it from other Stagg releases and proof points.

• Bottled at barrel proof with a confirmed strength of 124.6 proof / 62.3% ABV.

• Matured for eight years in new charred white oak barrels.

• Released uncut, with no water added to reduce the natural barrel proof.

• Bottled unfiltered to retain its full flavor concentration and texture.

• Produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery as a limited, highly sought-after Stagg batch release.

How to Enjoy

Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26C is best approached neat in a Glencairn glass or other whiskey tasting glass. Allow it to rest for several minutes after pouring so the alcohol can settle and the chocolate, brown sugar, cherry, oak, and spice notes can open.

Adding a few drops of water can soften the 124.6-proof intensity and reveal additional sweetness and fruit. A large ice cube provides gradual dilution for a cooler, more approachable pour. Its barrel-proof concentration also works well in a bold Old Fashioned or Manhattan, where the bourbon can maintain its flavor alongside bitters, sugar, or vermouth.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What proof is Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26C 124.6 Proof?
   Stagg Batch 26C is bottled at exactly 124.6 proof, equivalent to 62.3% alcohol by volume.

2. How long is Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26C 124.6 Proof aged?
   Buffalo Trace identifies Stagg as an eight-year-old bourbon matured in new charred white oak barrels.

3. Is Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26C 124.6 Proof uncut and unfiltered?
   Yes. Batch 26C is bottled without proof-reducing water and without filtration, preserving its full barrel-proof intensity and texture.

4. Is Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26C 124.6 Proof the same as George T. Stagg?
   No. Stagg is the eight-year barrel-proof bourbon released in individually coded batches, while George T. Stagg is the older annual expression released through the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection.

5. Where can I buy Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26C 124.6 Proof?
   You can purchase Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 26C 124.6 Proof directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for premium spirits.