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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Olivia Hebert

Whiskey and tequila prices drop for the holidays despite 2024 alcohol inflation

Tequila and whiskey prices fall – a departure of the alcohol sector’s 2024 sales slump - (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Prices for a festive tipple this holiday season are slightly higher than last year, but some spirits, such as whiskey and tequila, are seeing price drops.

According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics whiskey for at-home consumption is nearly 2 percent cheaper than a year ago, while beer served in bars and restaurants is about 4 percent more expensive.

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