"How Trump's Tariffs on Canada and Mexico May Impact the Distilled Spirits Industry"

Tequila bottles at a California Safeway on March 3, 2025. & Justin Sullivan/Getty Images By Andrew Muhammad, University of Tennessee Recent tariffs imposed by President Trump could significantly impact tequila availability in the U.S. A 25% tariff may lead to over $800 million in losses for tequila imports, affecting consumer prices and choice, and potentially harming the spirits market overall.