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Susannah Skiver Barton

Susannah Skiver Barton writes about whisky and spirits from across the globe and formerly served as a senior editor at Whisky Advocate and Market Watch. More at susannahskiverbarton.com.

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Drinks Trend

The Supply Chain Problems Ruining Happy Hour

Bottle and material shortages are forcing liquor brands to come up with creative solutions to just keep product on store shelves.

Susannah Skiver Barton

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Special Delivery

Your Favorite Distilleries Want to Send You Whiskey

Several states have recently passed laws allowing distilleries to ship spirits directly to your home. Will the rest follow?

Susannah Skiver Barton

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Straight Talk

Priced Out of Bourbon? Go Back to Scotch

A decade ago, Scotch whisky prices got so ridiculous that many drinkers turned to bourbon. Now the price for many bourbons is so high, scotch is looking like a relative bargain.

Susannah Skiver Barton

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