Liquor sales slump -- with the exception of whiskey

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As the economy turns down, Americans are cutting back on their liquor -- with a major exception: whiskey.

Sales of bourbons such as Jack Daniels and Maker’s Mark are bucking a slump in demand for distilled spirits that set in during the final months of last year, according to industry officials.

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