Whisky Advocate On USTR’s Looming Tariff Decision

These are turbulent times for the whisky world. In the U.S. and Europe, distilleries and visitor centers are just starting to reopen after sustained lockdowns due to Covid-19. Now, distillers, importers, and retailers are facing another formidable hurdle as the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) is, once again, threatening increased and expanded tariffs on European whiskies and a litany of other wines and spirits.

The tariffs being considered could potentially cover all whiskies from Europe, including single malt and blended Scotch, Irish whiskey, and the many styles of innovative new whiskies coming from France, England, Germany, and elsewhere. Whisky Advocate takes a look at what’s at stake for consumers and the trade.—Zak Kostro

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