{"product_id":"george-t-stagg-bourbon-whiskey-2018","title":"George T. Stagg Bourbon Whiskey 2018 124.9 Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15+ years. Uncut. Unfiltered. 124.9 proof straight from the barrel. The 2018 release of one of the most decorated bourbons ever made.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eGeorge T. Stagg is part of Buffalo Trace's annual Antique Collection — a release so anticipated that it sells out within hours every year and commands significant premiums on the secondary market. The 2018 edition came in at 124.9 proof, bottled directly from barrels aged no less than 15 years with zero dilution and no chill filtration. What you're getting is the bourbon exactly as it existed in the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe 2018 received a 5-star Highest Recommendation from F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal and a 96.5 from Jim Murray's Whisky Bible, described as one of the whiskeys of the year. At this proof and age, it rewards patience — a few drops of water opens the profile considerably and is how most serious drinkers prefer it.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, dark amber with exceptional legs.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lush toffee, dark chocolate, vanilla, fudge, and molasses. Intense and layered.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-throttle and rich — dark berries, dates, tobacco, nougat, spearmint, and a hint of coffee. The proof is present but never harsh.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extraordinarily long. Bold and warming with lingering caramel, oak, and dark spice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eF. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 Stars \/ Highest Recommendation — \"Amazing, yet again.\"\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJim Murray's Whisky Bible:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96.5 — \"One of the whiskeys of the year, easily.\"\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 15 years\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProof:\u003c\/strong\u003e 124.9 (62.45% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBottling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncut, unfiltered, straight from the barrel\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRelease:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2018 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBrowse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/george-t-stagg\"\u003eGeorge T. Stagg collection\u003c\/a\u003e or explore all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/bourbon\"\u003ebourbon at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is the 2018 George T. Stagg?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2018 release is bottled at 124.9 proof (62.45% ABV), uncut and unfiltered directly from the barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShould I add water to George T. Stagg?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, most serious drinkers recommend a few drops of water to open up the nose and soften the proof. Start neat, then add water gradually to find your preferred expression.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow does the 2018 compare to other Stagg vintages?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2018 is widely considered one of the stronger recent releases, earning a 96.5 from Jim Murray. Vintage variation is real with Stagg — proof, age, and barrel selection differ each year, which is part of what makes each release collectible.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIs George T. Stagg part of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. George T. Stagg is one of five annual releases in the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, alongside William Larue Weller, Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye, Sazerac 18 Year, and Eagle Rare 17 Year.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e {   \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",   \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",   \"mainEntity\": [     {       \"@type\": \"Question\",       \"name\": \"What proof is the 2018 George T. 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