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We Asked 12 Bartenders: Which Cognac Offers the Best Bang For Your Buck?

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” —Liz Kelley, lead bartender, Cure , New Orleans “I’d never been a fan of Cognac until one of my trusted liquor reps insisted I try Cognac Frapin 1270. Our go-to choice for our bar is Monnet Cognac VS. This exceptional spirit has become our favorite for both our classic and signature cocktail selections.

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We Asked 25 Bartenders: What’s the Best Scotch for Cocktails?

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Gee Lee, lead bartender, Loch Bar Houston , Houston “I just fell in love with a new Scotch launched recently: Ardray Blended Scotch. Hans Hockler, head bartender, Cedar Lakes Estate , Port Jervis, N.Y. It holds up to citrus [and] acids, and dances through stirred cocktails. 8 Year Old SRV5 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky.

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