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George T. Stagg

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George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Uncut/Unfiltered

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  1. $45
First whiffs pick up potent scents of alcohol and rancio; after seven minutes in the glass, layers of walnut butter, linseed oil, charred oak, mocha and minerals enchant the nose. Palate entry is hot, caramel-like and sweet; midpalate offers intense flavors of raisins and other dried fruit, oak, marzipan and that touch of nobility, rancio. Finishes boldly, richly…  — P.P.  (6/1/2003)
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George T. Stagg Limited Edition Uncut/Unfiltered Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

  1. $55
The potent aroma features leathery and intensely woody scents with atypical notes of brown sugar and molasses. The palate entry is startlingly sweet, oaky and balanced; after water is added the midpalate leaps with bittersweet flavors of cocoa bean, vanilla extract and corn husk. Concludes fiery, candy sweet and intensely oaky. An over-the-top experience that…  — P.P.  (11/27/2006)
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George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2006 Antique Collection

  1. $55
The nosing passes find dry, cardboard/parchment-like and biscuity/grainy smells. The palate entry is heavy, honey sweet and moderately oaky; midpalate features flavors of pork rind, bacon fat, nougat, walnut paste and chocolate-covered cherries. Finishes with huge waves of sweet oak, sweet corn, and dark fudge tastes. Add mineral water before tasting.  — P.P.  (12/1/2007)
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