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Best Scotch Under $30

What is the best scotch under $30?
See 30 delicious scotch whisky under the $30 and represent a particularly good value. In fact, here are 30 superb scotch whiskies that, in most areas, can be delivered right to your home and which don’t even break the $30 price barrier. Recent scotch ratings and reviews from users around the world. Enjoy looking through our list of best scotch whiskey brands 2024.

Top 30 Most Popular Scotch Whiskey Under $30

#1. Clan Macgregor Scotch

4.5
51 ratings
5
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Fifteen of the finest malt and grain whiskies from the heart of Scotland have been skilfully blended to create a whisky of exceptional quality. Clan Macgregor Scotch whisky has a delicate, sweet aroma and a smooth, mellow taste – which has won many awards over the years.

#2. Dewar’s 12 Year Blended Scotch Whisky

4.2
32 ratings
5
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Dewar's 12 Year Flavor Notes: Honey, homemade candy apples, and fudge. Warm, buttery, and mellow. Juicy raisins and fresh citrus, with subtle vanilla. Clean, full, and lively. Melted caramel with a trace of oak. Rounded, smooth, and long.

#3. Antiquity Blue Ultra Premium Whisky

3.3
34 ratings
11
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Antiquity Blue embodies the timeless traditions of making whisky. In 1826, a Scotsman Robert Stein pioneered the art of grain whisky at Cameronbridge Distillery. Today, Antiquity Blue is blended with scotch from the same distillery, made using the identical process of grain distillation in copper pot stills that Stein invented. The whisky’s rich and inviting colour is inspired by the hue of antique gold. Pronounced malt and rich wood flavours are supplemented with a hint of peat and heather.

#4. Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky

4.7
21 ratings
1
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Cutty Sark is an iconic whisky; its distinctive yellow label has graced the world’s best bars and lounges for over 90 years. The first light-colored blended Scotch whisky, Cutty Sark was launched at the height of cocktail culture in the 1920s and is the original easy drinking Scotch whisky. Cutty Sark is balanced and lively with vanilla ice cream and caramel flavor notes.

#5. Ballantine’s Finest Blended Scotch Whisky

5.0
12 ratings
0
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Slightly sweet with a touch of vanilla - perfect for mixing to start the night. Enjoy a Whisky that's stayed true to its original recipe since 1910.

#6. The Famous Grouse Smoky Black Scotch Whisky

5.0
5 ratings
0
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  • Category:
    Whiskey, Scotch Whisky
  • Country:
    Scotland
  • Tasting Notes:
    Caramel, Dried Fruit, Smoky, Smooth
  • Food Pairing:
    Cheese - Fresh & Soft, Cured Meats
  • ABV:
    40%
Smoky Black is a limited release of Scotland’s favorite whisky, The Famous Grouse, crafted with specially selected peated malts for a rich and distinctly smoky taste. This whisky opens with aromas of zesty citrus peel, warm winter spices and subtle campfire smoke. On the palate, flavors of dried fruit and fresh tangerine, with hints of smoke, chocolate and coffee. Perfect as an after-dinner sipper, and for adding a smoky dimension to classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and the Penicillin.

#7. Speyburn 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch w/ Tasting Glass

5.0
5 ratings
0
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Matured for ten years in American oak ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks. This award-winning Single Malt was born of Speyside’s natural elements, embodying the rich, fresh sweetness of the region. GOLD MEDAL | New York International Spirits Competition 2020 GOLD MEDAL | San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020 GOLD MEDAL | San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2019

#8. Scoresby Very Rare Blended Scotch

4.0
5 ratings
1
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Scoresby Blended Scotch Whisky is a delicacy best enjoyed on the most special of occasions. Imported from Scotland, this delightful blend of selected, rare and light-bodied whiskies is aged for 3 years and possesses mellowness that any connoisseur of whisky can truly appreciate. Best served neat or on the rocks in a chilled glass. Includes one 80 proof 1.75 L bottle of Blended Scotch Whisky. The connoisseur's Scotch whisky, Scoresby prides itself in crafting high-quality products and this blend is no exception. To the generations of blended Scotch whisky fanciers, Scoresby is praised for its standard of continuity of quality and is a product of the finest Scottish distilling art. Please drink responsibly.

#9. Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky Prohibition Edition

5.0
4 ratings
0
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Released 80 years after the end of the era it celebrates, Cutty Sark Prohibition Edition has been crafted as a salute to the notorious Captain William McCoy, who smuggled Cutty Sark blended Scotch whisky into America during the Prohibition era of the 1920s. Captain McCoy’s impeccable reputation for fairness and dealing only in the finest, genuine and unadulterated liquor gave rise to Cutty Sark being referred to as “The Real McCoy.” Cutty Sark Prohibition Edition is complex and powerful on the nose with flavor notes of toffee and pepper on the tongue.

#10. Grant’s Family Reserve Scotch Whisky

2.8
7 ratings
3
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The Grant family motto is 'Stand Fast.' Five generations later and still producing world class whisky, we stand by our words with our patiently crafted flagship whisky.

#11. Dewar’s Ilegal Smooth Mezcal Cask Finish Scotch Whisky

5.0
4 ratings
0
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Dewar's Master Blender, Stephanie Macleod, is on a continuous journey of experimentation to develop new flavor profiles in the Dewar's house style. The second release in the Dewar's Cask Finish series, Stephanie decided to place this blend in ex-Ilegal Mezcal casks to finish their maturation. This specific cask finishing beautifully compliments the classic Dewar's house style, creating a complex, yet harmonious blend. This 8 Year Old blended Scotch Whisky has flavors that complement our Eastern Highlands Scottish character of floral and honeyed flavor notes of freshly sliced green bell peppers, caramel and a wisp of smoke at the end.

#12. McClelland’s Speyside Malt

5.0
4 ratings
0
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Speyside malts are sweet and fruity; sometimes delicate, sometimes rich and robust. Always complex.

#13. Passport Scotch

3.7
4 ratings
1
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Passport Scotch is well-balanced with flavors that create a remarkable smoothness on the palate. Medium bodied with a soft, mellow and stylish finish.

#14. Stag’s Head Scotch Whisky

5.0
2 ratings
0
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Stag's Head Blended Scotch is a value brand named for the antlered deer that graces its label and serves as popular hunting mythology in Great Britain. The label mentions a Glenaden Distilling Company as the producer.

#15. Vat 69 Gold Scotch

2.5
4 ratings
2
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#16. James Alexander Red Label

5.0
2 ratings
0
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A blend of grain and malt whiskies each matured in cask then selected by the Master Blender to create a blend of consistent character and taste. Distinctive flavor crisp aroma and rich taste.

#17. Crawford’s Scotch

5.0
2 ratings
0
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#18. Glen Silver’s Scotch Whisky

5.0
2 ratings
0
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Glen Silver's 8 Year Blended is the result of a wonderful combination of the highest Scottish expertise in whiskey production. Dedication and wisdom make this blended drink an exquisite jewel for the most exclusive palates.

#19. Johnnie Walker Blenders’ Batch Wine Cask Blend

5.0
2 ratings
0
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A new lighter style of whisky from the Blenders' Batch series, hand crafted with passion by our expert blender Aimee Gibson

#20. Speyburn 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

5.0
2 ratings
0
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Matured for ten years in American oak ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks. This award-winning Single Malt was born of Speyside’s natural elements, embodying the rich, fresh sweetness of the region. GOLD MEDAL | New York International Spirits Competition 2020 GOLD MEDAL | San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020 GOLD MEDAL | San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2019

#21. Something Special Scotch

5.0
2 ratings
0
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One of Seagram's most successful luxury retail blends in the 1970’s. But let's not forget that a lot of lovely Longmorn goes into this blend - this is a pretty impressive whisky.

#22. Speyburn Bradan Orach Single Malt Scotch

5.0
2 ratings
0
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Gaelic for ‘Golden Salmon’, Bradan Orach is a classic, easy drinking Speyside malt whisky, matured exclusively in ex-bourbon casks. The bourbon wood gives the whisky a wonderful complexity and depth, without making it overly challenging. 92 POINTS, GREAT VALUE | Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2018 TRIED & TRUE AWARD | Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2018 DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL | San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2015

#23. Tomatin Dualchas Single Malt Whisky

5.0
1 ratings
0
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Tomatin distillery's new no-age-statement release uses virgin oak as well as bourbon casks. It provides a new entry level to the Tomatin range but the use of different casks make this a unique expression.

#24. Highland Queen 1561 Blended Scotch

5.0
1 ratings
0
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#25. The Famous Grouse Ruby Cask Scotch Whiskey

5.0
1 ratings
0
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  • Category:
    Whiskey, Scotch Whisky
  • Country:
    Scotland
  • Tasting Notes:
    Berry, Cinnamon, Dark Fruit, Dried Fruit, Fruity, Smooth, Spicy
  • Food Pairing:
    Cheese - Creamy & Bloomy, Dessert - Chocolate & Coffee, Lamb, Turkey
  • ABV:
    40%
A collector’s edition of Scotland’s favorite whisky rested in specially selected port-seasoned casks for a richer character bursting with notes of ripe stone fruit, toasty vanilla, and gentle spice. Perfect for savoring the fruity, summery side of Scotch.

#26. The Famous Grouse Winter Reserve Scotch Whisky

5.0
1 ratings
0
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  • Category:
    Whiskey, Scotch Whisky
  • Country:
    Scotland
  • Tasting Notes:
    Balanced, Chocolate, Cinnamon, Dried Fruit, Nutty, Oak, Rich, Round, Smooth, Spicy, Woody
  • Food Pairing:
    Cheese - Hard Aged, Dessert - Chocolate & Coffee, Duck & Game Bird
  • ABV:
    40%
Winter Reserve is an annual release showcasing the same investment in cask quality and superior blending pedigree that have made The Famous Grouse Scotland’s favorite whisky for over 40 years. Extended maturation in Sherry-seasoned oak casks adds richness and warmth that manifest through comforting aromas of buttery pastry and warm pie, and flavors of sweet gingerbread and nutty chocolate on the palate. The perfect bracer for a cold weather day. Recommended in a Hot Toddy, curled under a favorite blanket, by the warmth of the fireplace.

#27. Grant’s Ale Cask Finish Scotch

2.5
2 ratings
1
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Our Ale Cask is the only Scotch to be finished in barrels that once held ale, giving it an irresistible creamy maltiness. To those who brewed the beer and built the barrels, we say #IOU. We wouldn’t have this amazing dram without you. Not only perfect for bringing to friend’s houses for big sporting occasions, like the boules championships, but also great for saying ‘cheers for teaching me to dance’ or ‘thanks for lending me your horse.’

#28. The Famous Grouse Bourbon Cask Scotch Whiskey

5.0
1 ratings
0
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  • Category:
    Whiskey, Scotch Whisky
  • Country:
    Scotland
  • Tasting Notes:
    Bright, Caramel, Citrus, Honey, Light, Smooth, Tropical, Vanilla
  • Food Pairing:
    Cheese - Fresh & Soft, Dessert - Vanilla & Caramel, Fish - White
  • ABV:
    40%
A collector’s edition of Scotland’s favorite whisky aged in specially selected American oak ex-bourbon casks. This edition combines the expertise of The Famous Grouse’s Master of Wood and the skill of its Master Blender to create a deliciously smooth Scotch whisky with notes of vanilla cream, toasted coconut and sweet citrus. A must-try. It has a golden bright appearance, fragrant aromas of caramel and honey, flavors of vanilla ice cream, toasted coconut and citrus peel, and a sweet soft oak finish.

#29. Bank Note Scotch Whisky

5.0
1 ratings
0
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Bank Note Scotch Whisky is the perfect blend of 5 yr old Scotch whiskies. From your first sip you will pick up hints of sweet vanilla and light fruits followed by a sweet oak finish.

#30. Speycast 12 Year

5.0
1 ratings
0
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A 12 year old unnamed blended malt from Speyside. This was bottled under Gordon and MacPhail's Speycast range.