Distilled Spirits Council
Coverage of Distilled Spirits Council in the Nexus archive.
- Your favorite cocktail could be an unexpected casualty of Trump's looming trade fight
A looming 50% tariff on Canadian spirits and goods represents an escalation in the trade fight between Donald Trump's administration and Canada. This dispute has caused U.S. exports to Canada to plummet, falling from $203 million in 2024 to $60 million in 2025. Industry leaders are hopeful that this threat can serve as leverage to persuade Canadian officials to reopen their market for American distilled spirits.
- Your favorite cocktail could be an unexpected casualty of Trump's looming trade fight
A looming trade fight between President Donald Trump and Canada threatens a 50% tariff on Canadian spirits, putting the hospitality industry at risk. This conflict has already caused U.S. spirits exports to Canada to plunge from $203 million in 2024 to $60 million in 2025. Industry leaders hope that the threat of steep tariffs can pressure Canadian officials into reopening their market for American spirits.