The Best Booze for the Buck

6 expert picks for recession tippling.

From Reader's Digest

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Save money when buying for your next party, by choosing these items instead.

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Save money when buying for your next party, by choosing these items instead.

• Scotch: White Horse ($15 for 750 ml)
  


• Bourbon: Evan Williams Black Label ($12 for 750 ml), Elijah Craig 12 Year Old ($18), Old Forester ($19), Four Roses Yellow Label ($23)
  


• Gin: Gordon's London ($15 for 1 liter)
  


• Vodka: Smirnoff ($12.99 for 750 ml)
  


• Rum: Brugal Añejo ($14 for 750 ml)
  


• Beer: Hamm's ($3.69 for a six-pack)

From Reader's Digest - May 2009

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