Items Tagged with 'tariffs'

In a conversation with Beverage Industry, Ed Brown, Partner at law firm Burr & Forman with the Beverage Services practice, discussed what impact tariffs could have on business operations in the United States, as well as what wholesalers, manufacturers, and retailers can expect when tariffs begin to roll out. 

Tequila and mezcal are in favor with consumers thanks to premium offerings and innovative cocktails featuring these agave-based spirits.

Import beer posted another strong year in 2024 with experts calling attention to the performance of Mexican beers as the driving force behind that growth; however, potential tariffs could stall that growth.

Inflation already has put the pressure on consumers’ pocketbooks. In an Insights piece, Jenny Zegler, director of food and drink at Mintel, writes why food and drink companies as well as retailers will need to justify any price increases if tariffs become a reality. 

The Distilled Spirits Council (DISCUS) reported that U.S. spirits maintained its market share while revenues slipped in 2024 and warned that tariffs on spirits would further curtail industry growth, during its annual economic briefing for media and analysts.

Boylan Bottling Co., New York, reaffirmed its commitment to American manufacturing, with all products produced using 100% U.S.-sourced components and raw materials.

Addressing more than 2,000 attendees representing 70 wholesaler companies, Dina Opici, president of Opici Family Distributing and chairwoman of Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA), delivered the State of the Industry address at Access LIVE 2025.

Following President Donald J. Trump planned implementation of a 25% additional tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% additional tariff on imports from China, associations issued statements noting impact on consumer packaged goods and ingredient sectors.

The Toasts Not Tariffs Coalition sent a letter today to President Donald J. Trump highlighting the special nature of the U.S. spirits and wine sectors and urging these products be excluded from any new or universal tariffs.

As these beverage alcohol markets grapple with challenges, manufacturers and wholesale distributors also are bracing for the potential of tariffs.