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U.S. Spirits Exports Plummet Amid Trade War Fallout
10/6/2025
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Story summary
- United States spirits exports fell 9% in Q2 2025 amid Trump's trade war.
- Exports to Canada declined 85%, as provinces banned American spirits despite tariff removal.
- European Union (EU), United Kingdom, and Japan saw declines in U.S. spirits exports.
- Distilled Spirits Council CEO Chris Swonger warned of a shift toward domestic brands.
- Industry calls for zero-for-zero tariffs to stabilize international trade.
