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Kentucky Bourbon in Trade Crosshairs | Lexington News
Kentucky bourbon’s global spotlight is dimming as new Canadian tariffs threaten its lucrative export market, sparking alarm among distilleries and lawmakers. With Canada a key buyer, these trade barriers raise prices, risk retaliation, and jeopardize jobs in rural Kentucky — a state where bourbon fuels entire communities. Industry leaders are pleading for exemption, warning of higher consumer costs and lost global competitiveness. As lawmakers scramble for solutions, the bourbon sector braces for a trade war that could reshape its future — and America’s iconic spirit. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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