Unleash the raw power of Buffalo Trace with **Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Batch 25C**. Released in Winter 2025, this highly anticipated batch continues the legacy of the "Stagg Jr." line, offering an uncut, unfiltered experience that is unapologetically bold. Bottled at a robust **125.6 Proof (62.8% ABV)**, Batch 25C is already being hailed as the standout release of the 2025 lineup, delivering a level of elegance and complexity that rivals its older sibling in the Antique Collection.
Aged for roughly 8-9 years in new charred American oak, this release showcases the classic Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (low rye). It opens with intense aromas of **rich caramel, dark chocolate, and molasses**, quickly evolving into a palate packed with **brown sugar, roasted nuts, and vanilla**. Unlike some hotter batches, 25C is celebrated for its surprising smoothness, balancing its high proof with deep fruit notes of dark cherry and fig.
Mash Bill: Mash Bill #1 (Corn, Rye, Malted Barley)
Profile: Uncut, Unfiltered, Barrel Proof
Tasting Notes
Nose: Deep and inviting. Waves of **toasted caramel**, **burnt orange peel**, and **fresh baked brown bread** mix with dark chocolate and oak spice.
Palate: Full-bodied and viscous. A collision of **vanilla bean**, **dark cherry**, and **fig jam** meets a spicy kick of cinnamon and black pepper.
Finish: Long, warming, and robust. Lingering notes of **tobacco leaf**, **seasoned oak**, and **maple syrup** leave a lasting impression.
Why Choose Batch 25C?
The "Goldilocks" Batch: Early reviews praise 25C for finding the perfect sweet spot—more approachable than the fiery 25A but richer and more complex than 25B.
Barrel Proof Purity: Experience bourbon exactly as it left the barrel—no water added, no chill filtration, just pure flavor intensity.
Collector's Essential: As one of the three major releases of 2025, this bottle is a critical piece of the puzzle for vertical collectors and Stagg enthusiasts.
