George T. Stagg Straight Bourbon 2011 Release (N/Acl, 71.30%)

Distilled in the heart of Kentucky, this 2011 release of George T. Stagg stands as a formidable testament to the art of barrel-aged bourbon. It greets the palate with a robust and complex profile, marrying deep notes of molasses and dark chocolate with a distinctive, spicy rye character. The finish is exceptionally long and warming, leaving a lingering impression of charred oak and sweet vanilla that defines this celebrated expression.