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Whiskey's popularity is undeniable. Here are 12 excellent whiskey options for under $50 to help you find your perfect pour and keep more cash in your wallet.

12 Best Whiskeys for Under $50

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This post may contain affiliate links. If you wish to support us and use these links to buy something, we may earn a commission. In a surprising twist to whiskey lovers worldwide, the title of the best-selling whiskey brand of 2023 didn't go to a Scottish Scotch, an Irish whiskey, or a Japanese single malt, but rather to an affordable bourbon from Kentucky. Jim Beam, a brand many have casually sipped without realizing its global impact, has taken the top spot in the world whiskey rankings, according to The Spirits Business’s Brand Champions Report for 2024.

A Budget Friendly Bourbon Ranks Top the World Whiskey Rankings

Elijah Craig is giving its straight rye whiskey the toasted treatment. On Wednesday, the Heaven Hill brand announced the latest addition to its family of whiskies: Elijah Craig Toasted Rye. This expression arrives four years after the release of the Kentucky brand’s Toasted Barrel Bourbon, which quickly became a crowd-favorite among VinePair staff and ranked among the top 10 bottles on our list of the Best Spirits of 2022.

Elijah Craig Unveils Toasted Rye Whiskey

Many distilleries have tried to blend America’s two most popular whiskey styles before. Will Knob Creek’s attempt be different?. Many view rye and bourbon interchangeably, especially in the context of cocktails. The ambivalence is somewhat understandable given their production similarities and even mash bills (i.e., recipes) in some cases.

Knob Creek’s New Release Adds to a Weird Whiskey Trend

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

You won’t need to be a whiskey connoisseur to realize these bottles are totally worth the splurge.

12 Expensive Whiskeys Truly Worth Splurging On

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Tennessee State

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	Jack Daniel’s has come a long way over the past few years from just being known for making Old No. 7, the Tennessee whiskey that is one of the most popular brands in the world. There have been a couple of American single malts, 10 and 12-year-old age statement whiskeys, and various entries in the experimental Distillery Series. The latest whiskey to join the latter collection is #13, a Twice Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey that expands the distillery’s rye offerings.Buffalo Trace Just Opened an Invite-Only Whiskey Lounge in Paris




	Jack Daniel’s released its first rye whiskey in 2017, and it...

Jack Daniel’s Just Dropped a Limited-Edition Rye Whiskey

Buffalo Trace Distillery announced the opening of a temporary Paris pop-up shop this summer in Paris, France. Located at 36 Rue Etienne Marcel in Paris’ 2nd arrondissement (Les Halles District), the completely renovated retail store will offer fans the opportunity to purchase various whiskeys from the World’s Most Award-winning Distillery, including Buffalo Trace, Weller 12, Eagle Rare and Sazerac Rye, as well as custom Paris-themed merchandise, some of which can only be found at the pop-up this summer.

Buffalo Trace Announces Pop-Up in Paris

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On Thursday, Santa Teresa 1796 unveiled the latest in a series of cask finishes that mingle rum with unexpected, often underutilized influences. While last year's bottling recruited Speyside scotch whisky casks for the task, this year's has gone full throttle on cold brew.

Dubbed Arabica Coffee Cask Finish, the expression begins life as the brand's flagship triple-aged Solera rum. Setting to work behind the scenes, American white oak casks were filled with coffee beans and four-year rum reserves to create a hybrid cold brew minus the typical addition of water. The spirited brew was left to rest in the casks for...

Venezuela’s Oldest Rum Producer Recruits Cold Brew Barrels for Arabica Coffee Cask Finish Bottling

Hot off the debut of founder Fawn Weaver’s New York Times best-seller “Love & Whiskey,” Uncle Nearest has unveiled the first in a series of exclusive bottlings that give drinkers access to unreleased chapters of the book. On Friday, the Tennessee distillery rolled out Lost Chapter 1...

Uncle Nearest Unveils Whiskey Series That Will Give Drinkers Access to Lost Chapters of Founder Fawn Weaver’s New Book

The Shy Green

Salt Life Beer, a beloved brand synonymous with ocean enthusiasts and craft beer lovers, is facing turbulent times as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Known for its crisp and refreshing lager inspired by the sea, Salt Life Beer has become a staple for those who cherish the ocean's allure.

Another famous beer brand is going bankrupt and will file for Chapter 11

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Just as good neat as it is in an old fashioned, this storied whiskey has remained a shelf staple since its introduction in the 1940s.

I've Reviewed Hundreds of Whiskeys. This Classic Bourbon Is Affordable, Delicious, and Versatile

Chicago, IL

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(CHICAGO) Select Cut Steakhouse is closing after nearly 30 years in business. Located at 2808 N Halsted Street, the restaurant is known for its casual atmosphere with a traditional menu featuring steaks, ribs, seafood, and burgers.

End of an Era: This Lakeview Steakhouse is Closing After 30 Years

Cask-finished bourbon is a bourbon that has been matured in the traditional (and legally defined) virgin, charred American oak barrel, before undergoing a finishing period in a different type of barrel. These barrels have normally been used to mature a different spirit, wine, or beer. Sherry, port, and wine are among the most common finishing casks for bourbon.

The Best Cask Finished Bourbon According To The World Whiskies Awards 2024

The Treacle No.1 is an Old Fashioned riff with a base of dark rum, combined with simple syrup, aromatic bitters, and an apple cider float. This simple cocktail came together in 1990s London, care of the late Dick Bradsell, the influential bartender behind modern classic creations like the Espresso Martini and the Bramble. Essentially a rum Old Fashioned with an apple cider float, the Treacle No.1 (sometimes just referred to as the Treacle) is one of Bradsell’s lesser-known but equally delicious creations.

This rum Old Fashioned, from the legendary bartender behind the Espresso Martini, tastes like a sticky toffee pudding.

From aged gems to those that go great in a cocktail, these rums are must-haves for your liquor cabinet. What will we do with a drunken sailor? Frankly, I have no idea, however, I think it’s quite clear how said sailor got into that state in the first place. Rum, the drink of choice that spans the spectrum, from pirates to rockstars, aristocrats and students, all have enjoyed this liquor made from fermented and then distilled sugar cane molasses. This historic spirit is currently enjoying quite the moment, with burgeoning new brands popping out of the woodwork all the time. But what are the best rum brands in the world?

The Best Rum Brands in the World

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

On Thursday, Bushmills Irish Whiskey unveiled a co-branded clothing collection released alongside the popular golf apparel brand, Malbon Golf. Bushmills, the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery, is the first spirits brand to partner with Malbon Golf, and the collection showcases fusions of the brands’ logos. “Just as we...

Bushmills Irish Whiskey and Malbon Golf Unite to Release Co-Branded Apparel Collection

Bourbon has become ridiculously popular over the last 20 years with some rare bottles selling for exorbitant prices ranging from hundreds to many thousands of dollars. But not all bourbon is expensive. In fact, some of the best cocktails taste great with bourbon that’s both affordable and easy to find.

16 Cocktails That Taste Better with Bourbon

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Knob Creek Blends Bourbon and Rye Whiskeys for Latest Release

On Wednesday, the Beam-owned Kentucky whiskey brand Knob Creek announced its latest release: Knob Creek Bourbon x Rye. This new expression is exactly what it sounds...

Knob Creek Blends Bourbon and Rye Whiskeys for Latest Release

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