15 Delicious Whiskeys Under $60 You NEED to Try

Craving a relaxing whiskey after a long day or looking to elevate your weekend cocktails?

While there are affordable options on every shelf, sometimes you want a step up without breaking the bank.

Here are some excellent whiskey picks under $60 to help you keep more cash in your wallet and tantalize your taste buds.

Editor's note: prices are subject to change and vary by location.

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1. Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon

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Kentucky is well known for its bourbon, including this bottle of Wild Turkey, which may be a hit with bourbon drinkers who have a little extra cash to spend.

A sip features hints of mint and orange, along with a nutty finish that gives it a lingering taste for bourbon whiskey drinkers.

A 750ml bottle will set you back a little over $45.

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2. Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Another Kentucky bourbon whiskey to try is Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

The bourbon includes notes of spice, molasses, and leather, giving it a sweet start before moving into a long, dry finish.

3. Maker's Mark Bourbon 101

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Classic whiskey names can still come in with a great bottle that isn’t too expensive.

Take, for example, Maker's Mark Bourbon 101 with its trademark red wax seal and distinctive flavor for a bold taste that works well on its own or in a mixed drink.

You’ll pay less than $30 for this distinctive bottle and taste.

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4. Glenmorangie: The Original

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Get a taste of the Highlands of Scotland with a bottle of Glenmorangie: The Original for under $50.

The whiskey features floral notes, toffee, and apple flavors, making it a unique scotch whiskey option if you’re trying to diversify your bar on a budget.

5. Yellowstone Select Bourbon

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The bottle may say Yellowstone, but it’s not Western fare. Instead, it’s Kentucky bourbon, which could be a great option to pick up for around $30.

The bourbon is a selected blend of spicy, sweet, and smoky bourbons that give it a taste all its own and make it a great pairing for a mixed drink.

6. Breckenridge Bourbon

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If you do want to try a Western whiskey, check out Breckenridge Bourbon from Colorado, which will run you about $40.

The whiskey features yellow corn, green rye, and malted barley aged two to three years, which gives it hints of vanilla, caramel, and oak.

7. Town Branch Bourbon

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Town Branch Bourbon includes hints of caramel, brown sugar, cherry, and toffee for a rich flavor that won’t bust your wallet at about $35 a bottle.

Town Branch is also one of 18 distillers on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, so it may be a good option if you want to visit the Bluegrass State to enjoy bourbon where it’s made.

8. McConnell’s Irish Whisky

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Ireland is home to the blend of Irish malt and Irish grain whiskey in a bottle of McConnell’s Irish Whisky.

The whiskey is aged for five years in select casks to bring out notes of bring out notes of fruit, vanilla, and spice.

A bottle will cost you just around $30 or less.

9. Knob Creek Rye Whiskey 7-Year

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You may deduce from the name that this version of Knob Creek Rye Whiskey is aged for seven years before being bottled with its distinctive notch on the top.

The aging process gives Knob Creek a full flavor of its charred barrels that have both sweet and spicy notes for drinkers.

You can pick up a 750ml bottle of this aged whiskey for around $45.

10. Bradshaw Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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The name might sound familiar because it's named after NFL Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw.

The Bradshaw Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey has notes of vanilla along with hints of cinnamon, toffee, and butterscotch for a hall-of-fam taste.

A bottle will cost you a little over $45.

11. Jack Daniel’s Bonded Tennessee Whiskey

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Jack Daniel’s is a Kentucky legend for a reason, which is proven by a bottle of Jack Daniel’s Bonded Tennessee Whiskey.

The Tennessee Whiskey is aged in select barrels to give it extra depth, along with notes of caramel, oak, and spice for a smooth finish.

Expect to pay around $30 or less for a bottle.

12. Woodinville Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Pay attention to the unique cork that seals up a bottle of Woodinville Straight Bourbon Whiskey, which rings up at around $40 or less.

Inside is whiskey from Washington state that’s aged for more than five years in an affordable bottle if you want to try a whiskey from the West Coast.

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13. Glenfiddich 12-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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You may be surprised at how affordable a bottle of whiskey can be from a well-known Scotch distiller like Glenfiddich — around $50.

The whiskey is stored in sherry and bourbon casks for 12 years to give it a unique flavor from Scotland.

14. Johnnie Walker Black Label

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Another well-known Scottish brand is Johnnie Walker with its Johnnie Walker Black Label.

The black-label version of Johnnie Walker features a full, smooth flavor in a blended bottle, perfect for an easy go-to whiskey on any shelf.

A 750ml bottle will set you back a little over $30.

15. West Cork Small Batch 8-Year Single Malt Irish Whisky

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Head to Ireland for a bottle of West Cork Small Batch 8-Year Single Malt Irish Whisky made from Irish barley and spring water.

The West Cork whiskey features notes of malt, green apple, and spice, giving it a bright finish.

Bottom line

Whiskey can be a great drink to try or test out different options without busting your wallet.

It can be a great addition to any bar, or you can also learn how to invest in whiskey by building your collection of favorite whiskeys on a budget.

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