Stagg Barrel Proof Batch 24 A

Dense nutty syrup nose. Less heat than anticipated. Astringent oak and spice. Peanut brittle. Drying, lingering heat.

Nose: chocolate, dark cherry, grape, cherry Dr Pepper, coffee cake Pallet: spice, grape, cola, cherry, light pepper, hot tomale candy, long finish on tongue Great nose that translates well to pallet. Grape and dark fruit really shines. It’s very balanced. Hot but not overwhelming. Lingers on the tongue for an extended finish. Can’t find much wrong with it.

There is no bad batch of stagg, just some better than others. This one is different than some because the grape soda is the prominent note. Its very good but doesn’t rank up there with some others.