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US spirits exports tumble as drinkers shun American brands, industry warns
Exports of American spirits fell 9% in Q2 2025, with Canada dropping 85%, amid tariffs and trade disputes that disrupted key markets and challenged producers, the Distilled Spirits Council said.
- U.S. distilled spirits exports fell 9% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to last year, according to the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States.
- Exports to Canada dropped by 85%, falling below $10 million, due to trade tensions caused by President Trump's tariffs.
- Exports to the EU, the U.S. industry’s largest market, declined by 12% to $290.3 million, as stated by the Distilled Spirits Council.
- Chris Swonger of DISCUS noted that trade tensions are negatively impacting U.S. spirits exports.
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