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Best Whiskey Selection

Whether you drink it neat, on the rocks, or as a cocktail, you’ll be certain to find a wide variety of whiskey from these three joints. Stealing first, Helix Wine, Craft Bar & Cafe (1444 Front Porch Place, Altoona) has a whiskey selection fit for a king. Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse (4751 Owen Ayres Court, Eau Claire) is the perfect place to pair your whiskey with steak. With more than 100 bourbons to choose from, The Red Mixer (2526 Golf Road, Eau Claire) has one of the largest whiskey selections in the Valley. —Stephanie Nesja