Stagg 2026 Releases: A, B, and C Side-by-side; Ep. 89

Stagg 2026 Releases: A, B, and C Side-by-side; Ep. 89

Author: Bourbon, Brass & Beyond September 17, 2026 Duration: 28:44
Stagg 2026 Releases: A, B, and C Side-by-side

Dan, Bob, Nick, and Michael taste and compare the Stag 2026 A, B, and C releases, exploring their proof, aroma, flavor, heat, sweetness, oak, and overall drinkability.The group describes notes of cherry cola, Dr. Pepper, grape soda, tobacco, cocoa, leather, and oak. They discuss how letting bourbon breathe can change the experience and debate which batch is the best: A brings more pronounced flavor, B is balanced and approachable, and C offers rich sweetness and impressive legs. The conversation also covers Middle West Distillery, cask-strength pumpernickel rye, Spanish orange wine cask finishing, French oak favorites, Maker’s 46 Cask Strength, and upcoming bottle-sharing plans. The episode then shifts to aviation safety. A pilot explains how excessive approach speed increases landing distance, why crossing the runway threshold too fast can create serious problems, and when pilots should choose a go-around instead of forcing a landing. The episode closes with announcements about a September 25 bottle share at Monks Road Boiler House in Louisville and an upcoming Derek Trucks interview at Bourbon and Beyond.

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Timestamps

00:00 – Introducing the Stag 2026 releases
03:04 – Why Stag drinks hot, bold, and spicy
04:37 – Cherry cola and Dr. Pepper tasting notes
05:11 – How air changes the whiskey
07:13 – Middle West bourbon recommendations
10:39 – Tobacco, cocoa, grape soda, and oak
11:22 – French oak favorites
12:56 – Aviation safety and approach speed
14:20 – When pilots should go around
18:22 – Vref and the danger of excess speed
23:02 – Ranking Stag batches A, B, and C
25:19 – The most drinkable Stag of the set
27:12 – Bottle share announcement
28:38 – Bourbon and Beyond updates
29:52 – Closing remarks

Notable Quotes

“I think Stags drink hot intentionally.”“Every ten percent you increase your approach speed increases your landing distance to twenty-one percent.”“This might be the most drinkable Stag I’ve had.”

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There’s a particular warmth that comes from good company, a shared pour, and a great story. That’s the feeling at the heart of Bourbon, Brass & Beyond, a podcast hosted by neighbors Bob and Dan. Their friendship frames each conversation, blending two distinct worlds into something uniquely engaging. Bob brings his relentless passion for tracking down remarkable bourbons, a pursuit he balances with being a dad and his role in operations management. Dan offers a different rhythm, drawn from a life spent mastering the trumpet and navigating the skies as an airline pilot, all while raising his own family. This isn’t a formal review show or a technical flight log. Instead, it’s where the hunt for a perfect bottle meets the soulful notes of a brass section and tales from travels high above the clouds. They often open their personal collections, sharing tastes and thoughts with each other and with guests, making every episode feel like an invitation to pull up a chair. The result is a natural exploration of life’s richer flavors and soundtracks. You’ll hear conversations that meander from the nuances of a specific distiller’s craft to the unexpected lessons learned between cities, all underscored by a deep appreciation for the hobbies and moments that define us. Tune in for a podcast that genuinely connects the spirit of bourbon with the music of everyday adventures.
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