These winners from the 2024 Best of Detroit readers’ poll showcase the top drinks that metro Detroit and Michigan have to offer. From local distilleries and breweries to national staples, this list highlights the most popular selections, voted by Detroiters.

Looking for a crisp Michigan beer, a classic bourbon, or an expertly crafted tequila? This list has got you covered. Cheers!

Be sure to check out the full list of winners in our Best of Detroit 2024 issue.

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Best “Ready To Drink” Canned Cocktail: Jack and Coke jackdaniels.com It’s a classic. Credit: Shutterstock
Best Beer (National): Miller Lite millerlite.com A trusted go-to for beer lovers across the country. Credit: Shutterstock
Best Beer Selection in a Store: Red Wagon of Troy 1613 Livernois Rd., Troy | redwagontroy.com This Troy store offers a massive selection of local, national, and international beers. Credit: Facebook, Red Wagon of Troy
Best Bourbon: Woodford Reserve woodfordreserve.com A balanced bourbon from Kentucky. Credit: Courtesy photo
Best Champagne: Korbel korbel.com It doesn’t get better than affordable and celebratory. Credit: Dontae Rockymore
Alcohol during prohibition During the 1920s prohibition era, 70% of all the illegal alcohol that entered the United States came through Detroit. So, the city was basically supplying the nation with booze and good times. Credit: Facebook, Grand Traverse Distillery
Best Hard Cider: Blake’s Hard Cider Co. blakeshardcider.com With Michigan-grown apples and unique flavor notes, this is some of the best hard cider around. Credit: Facebook, Blake's Tasting Room
Best Michigan Beer: Founders Brewery foundersbrewing.com A Michigan craft beer staple for over 25 years. Credit: Founders Taproom/Facebook
Best Michigan Bourbon: Motor City Gas 325 E. 4th St., Royal Oak | motorcitygas.com A small-batch distillery making waves in the Michigan bourbon world. Credit: Facebook, Motor City Gas
Best Michigan Brewer: Griffin Claw Brewing Company 575 S. Eton St., Birmingham | griffinclawbrewingcompany.com A top Michigan brewer since starting in 2010. Credit: Courtesy photo
Best Michigan Rum: Mackinac Island Rum gypsyvodka.com/mackinac-island-rum-co Smooth and sweet, bringing a taste of Michigan to every sip. Credit: Facebook, Mackinaw Island Rum Co.
Anteel Tequila anteeltequila.com If there’s one thing we know for sure, it’s that tequila is a gift from the alcohol gods. Nayana Ferguson brought us the nation’s first tequila brand partially owned by a Black woman and has been serving up the good stuff since 2018. Credit: Courtesy of Anteel Tequila
Alcohol during prohibition During the 1920s prohibition era, 70% of all the illegal alcohol that entered the United States came through Detroit. So, the city was basically supplying the nation with booze and good times. Credit: Facebook, Grand Traverse Distillery
Best Michigan Whiskey: Coppercraft Distillery coppercraftdistillery.com A standout in Michigan’s whiskey game. Credit: Facebook, Coppercraft Distillery
Best Michigan Wine (Red): Black Star Farms blackstarfarms.com This Northern Michigan red is perfect for any wine lover. Credit: Facebook, Black Star Farms
Best Michigan Wine (White): BOS Wine boswine.com A crisp, refreshing white wine that’s quintessentially Michigan. Credit: Facebook, Bos Wine
Best Michigan Winery: Detroit Vineyards 1000 Gratiot Ave., Detroit | detroitvineyards.com Bringing winemaking to Detroit with a focus on local grapes and quality. Credit: Detroit Vineyards/Facebook
Best Tequila: Maestro Dobel Tequila maestrodobel.com A premium tequila. Credit: Shutterstock
Best Vodka: Zim’s Vodka zimsvodka.com A long-time top vodka, perfect for cocktails. Credit: Courtesy photo
Best Whiskey: Jameson Irish Whiskey jamesonwhiskey.com One of the top whiskeys in the world. Credit: Shutterstock
Best Wine: Meiomi Wines meiomi.com Based in California, this popular wine is sold in stores nationwide. Credit: Shutterstock
Best Wine Selection in a Store: ML Spirits 33644 Woodward Ave., Birmingham | mlspirits.com Offering a wide selection of wines for every palate. Credit: Facebook, ML Spirits
Best Shot: Fireball Cinnamon Whisky fireballwhisky.com A polarizing yet popular liquor known for its intense cinnamon flavor. Credit: Shutterstock
Blake’s Hard Cider is a favorite local treat. Credit: Courtesy of Blake Farms

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Layla McMurtrie is the digital editor of Detroit Metro Times. She's passionate about art, music, food, and Detroit's culture and community. Her work has been featured in the Detroit Free Press, Between...