Cold shoulder from Canada is costly for American distillers struggling with global trade tensions

American Distillers Face Challenges in Canada

Exports of spirits to Canada have plummeted 85% earlier this year, according to an industry group, with declines also seen in other markets.

American distillers are struggling with the aftermath of global trade tensions, particularly in Canada, where their products have been largely absent from shelves.

“Even though things have eased up, we still are not back on the shelf in Canada,”
said Tom Bard, a Kentucky craft distiller,
“Probably won’t be for a good long while.”

Another concern is that consumer reaction to trade conflicts could impact the demand for American spirits in key international markets.

Author's summary: American distillers face challenges in Canada due to trade tensions.

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