Best Blended Whiskey

“Blended whiskey” is several legal classes: blended Scotch (malt + grain), blended Irish, and US blended whiskey (may include neutral spirits). Most US grocery blends are 40% ABV — one drink per 1.5 oz. Not a ranking.

Best Whiskey Under $30

There is no 2026 MSRP list. Widely distributed 80–100 proof bottles (Evan Williams, Jim Beam, Old Grand-Dad, some rye and Irish) often sit under $30 — the shelf tag is primary. A 1.5 oz 40% pour is one standard drink.