{"product_id":"stagg-jr-batch-1","title":"Stagg Jr Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 1","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n  --mw-accent: #E26A46;   \/* blazing copper-ember metallic foil contrast *\/\n  --mw-glow:   #591E13;   \/* deep blackstrap molasses \/ high-proof barrel char power tone *\/\n  --mw-bg:     #080505;   \/* matte dark charcoal rickhouse onyx lowlight *\/\n  --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#b8b8b8; --mw-hair:#222;\n  font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n  line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n  font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n  border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n  padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n  border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:38%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n  text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n  outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n  text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n@media (max-width:768px){ .mw-master-container .mw-grid{ grid-template-columns:1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TL;DR (speakable, GEO) --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBatch 1 is the original Stagg Jr. — the first release, from Fall 2013 — bottled at 134.4 proof (67.20% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, and still the highest proof of any batch in the line. Its debut was divisive: many reviewers found it intensely hot and alcohol-forward, and the brand took a few releases to hit its stride. No batch number appears on a Jr.-era label; with the highest proof in the line, 134.4 points to Batch 1 on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ELEMENTAL DISTINCTION --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBarrel proof powerhouse at 134.4 (67.20% ABV), bottled with zero water dilution or chill-filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe legendary first Stagg Jr. ever allocated, originating from the Fall 2013 debut run — the genesis asset of the entire series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA highly divisive debut that famously challenged traditional panels, celebrated for its raw, unfiltered alcohol velocity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eYields an intense profile layering concentrated dark raisin, heavy caramel, bittersweet chocolate, and coarse black pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe unprecedented 134.4 proof threshold stands as the ultimate historical identifier on the glass, as labels during the early production years printed no numerical batch sequence codes. Distilled on low-rye Mash Bill #1 in Frankfort (DSP-KY-113) with a blend structure tracking 8 and 9-year maturity thresholds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SENSORY + STRATEGIC GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intensely alcohol-forward and powerful; deep stewed raisins, heavy dark caramel, rich toffee, and cracked black peppercorns break out behind the massive initial wood heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-velocity heat dominates the entry; thick layers of ground pepper, seasoned upholstery leather, and dark bittersweet baking chocolate develop over a core of concentrated molasses and syrupy toffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elongated, dry, and exceptionally smoky, leaving lingering notes of dark cocktail cherries, wood cloves, and a drying, prominent oak char footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eBatch 1 represents the definitive architectural baseline that birthed the modern uncut small-batch phenomenon. Unapologetically wild and aggressive, its extreme proof velocity challenged contemporary critics, establishing a legendary reputation as a pure cask-strength collector target. It hands the lineage baton over directly to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-jr-batch-2\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe highly scarce Batch 2 allocation\u003c\/a\u003e. Cross-examine this original proof blueprint directly within \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stagg\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe complete Stagg range history archive hub\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TECHNICAL SPECS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (DSP-KY-113), Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e134.4 proof · 67.20% ABV (barrel proof) — All-Time Line Record Peak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch Tracking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 1 (Legacy Original Edition — identified historically via unique 134.4 proof stamp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace low-rye Mash Bill #1 — exact grain % not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (non-age-stated; blended from selected barrels aged 8 and 9 years old)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompletely Unfiltered · Chill-skipped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Allocation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 1 — Fall 2013 Allocation (The Inception Bottling)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe original unblended batch release; highest recorded proof ceiling across portfolio history\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin Terroir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States · Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eAs the original bottle that launched one of the most aggressively hunted verticals in American whiskey history, Batch 1 commands premium long-term secondary collector importance. Because labels printed prior to 2022 do not feature physical numerical batch indices, authentication rests completely on cross-checking the line-peak 134.4 proof line directly against the lower glass laser-etched stamps. Maintain asset condition by cellaring vertically inside a dark, temperature-controlled vault map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eDistilled on Buffalo Trace's low-rye corn mash framework, Batch 1 captures the earliest, most aggressive profile footprint of the unblended small-batch experiment. Drawn completely undiluted and non-chill-filtered straight from new charred white oak casks, it retains the absolute full volume of organic wood sugars, grain oils, and localized wood char sediment that traditional chill-filtration processes strip away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eEvery bottle sold through Midnight Whiskey is sourced as an authorized distribution asset, checked meticulously for fill level, label foil standing, and seal integrity before transitioning to our climate-stable vault cellars. Orders ship wrapped inside single-bottle protective container boxes and require an age-verified adult signature (21+) upon terminal handover. Cross-examine our protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe authentication we run\u003c\/a\u003e, study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we pack and ship\u003c\/a\u003e, or view \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow each listing is built\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat proof is Stagg Jr Batch 1?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe original Batch 1 is the strongest Stagg Jr. ever bottled, at 134.4 proof (67.20% ABV), uncut and unfiltered. Jr.-era labels carry no batch number, and 134.4 is matched by no other release, so the proof identifies it on its own. It is whatever the first barrels yielded, not a chosen target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eIs Stagg Jr Batch 1 the first release?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eYes — Batch 1 is the original Stagg Jr., from Fall 2013, and it is still the highest-proof batch in the line at 134.4. Its debut split opinion: many reviewers found it too hot and alcohol-forward and dismissed it as a lesser George T. Stagg, and the brand only won critics over a couple of releases later, at Batch 3. As the earliest and one of the scarcer bottles, it is collected today as the start of the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Product\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-jr-batch-1#product\",\n      \"name\": \"Stagg Jr Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 1\",\n      \"image\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/stagg-jr-batch-1.jpg\",\n      \"description\": \"Stagg Jr Batch 1 is a barrel-proof Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 67.20% ABV (134.4 proof); the original Fall 2013 release and the highest proof in the line, intensely hot and pepper-forward.\",\n      \"sku\": \"088004018580-1\",\n      \"mpn\": \"088004018580-1\",\n      \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Buffalo Trace\" },\n      \"category\": \"Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\",\n      \"offers\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n        \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-jr-batch-1#offer\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-jr-batch-1\",\n        \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n        \"price\": \"1499.95\",\n        \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\",\n        \"itemCondition\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/NewCondition\",\n        \"seller\": { \"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Midnight Whiskey\" }\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-jr-batch-1#breadcrumb\",\n      \"itemListElement\": [\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 1, \"name\": \"Home\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\" },\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 2, \"name\": \"Whiskey\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/stagg\" },\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 3, \"name\": \"Stagg Jr Batch 1\" }\n      ]\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-jr-batch-1#faq\",\n      \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"What proof is Stagg Jr Batch 1?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The original Batch 1 is the strongest Stagg Jr. ever bottled, at 134.4 proof (67.20% ABV), uncut and unfiltered. 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