Part of the beauty of bourbon is that it offers great tasting options for every occasion, whether casual enjoyment or serious analysis.

It’s true that some truly incredible bourbons cost hundreds of dollars, but you know what? You’re overlooking some of the absolute best bourbon in the world if you’re not checking the mid-shelf bottles at your local liquor store. In fact, I’ll do you one better because some of the bourbons under $50 on this list are actually better than bourbons that cost hundreds of dollars. Now, do I have your attention?