As Donald Trump returned to the White House, Europeans stocked up on American spirits in anticipation of a potential new trade war. The move reflects consumers’ awareness of the impact of Trump’s trade policies on their daily lives, including the rise of US-made products like whiskey and bourbon.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-04-24/trump-s-tariff-threat-pushed-us-alcohol-spirits-exports-to-record