Bans dropped U.S. alcohol exports by $582 million in one year

Wine and beer leaders said tariffs are crushing their already struggling industries, resulting in retaliation from U.S. trading partners, uncertainty and higher business costs.

The discussion was held during a press call Aug. 13 with Oregon and Colorado state treasurers.

Jana McKamey, Oregon Winegrowers Association executive director, said wine is an iconic part of Oregon’s identity.

“It’s something that we want to be able to share with folks around the world,” she added.

But tariffs resulted in bans on U.S. alcohol in eight of 10 provinces in Canada, typically America’s No. 1 export market for wine and craft beer. 

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