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Van Winkle Family announces release of its annual whiskey collection Published 3:00 pm Sunday, September 13, 2026 | Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... | Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery and Buffalo Trace Distillery announced that the 2026 Van Winkle Whiskey Collection is on its way, once again delivering one of American whiskey’s most sought-after and closely watched annual releases. Produced in highly limited quantities, the collection represents four generations of Van Winkle whiskey-making tradition and decades of patience, with six aged expressions ranging from ten to twenty-three years. The 2026 collection includes Old Rip Van Winkle Handmade [PW1] Bourbon 10-Year-Old, Van Winkle Special Reserve Bourbon 12-Year-Old, Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve Bourbon 15-Year-Old, Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve Bourbon 20-Year-Old, Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve Bourbon 23-Year-Old and Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13-Year-Old. “Every year, we look forward to the opportunity to share these whiskeys with people who have followed our family’s story and appreciate the time and care behind each bottle,” said Preston Van Winkle, Vice-President and fourth generation, Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery. “There are no shortcuts when you’re talking about whiskey that has spent this many years aging. Our responsibility is to remain patient, protect the quality and carry forward the standards our family has valued for generations.” While the six expressions return each year, every release offers something that can never be replicated again. Time and maturation leave a distinct imprint on each barrel, creating subtle variations in character from one release to the next. Each year, the Van Winkle family and Buffalo Trace Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley carefully select only the barrels that meet the exacting standards established for each expression, making every bottling a singular reflection of patience, craftmanship and an uncompromising commitment to quality. The Van Winkle family’s legacy in American whiskey dates more than a century, beginning in the late 1800s when Julian P. “Pappy” Van Winkle, Sr. started his career with Louisville’s W.L. Weller & Sons before helping establish the Stitzel-Weller Distillery, which opened in 1935. His commitment to quality and carefully aged whiskey laid the foundation for the Van Winkle Collection, a celebrated family of bourbon and rye whiskeys that carries his name and enduring philosophy. In 2002, the Van Winkle family partnered with Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, where that legacy continues today through the careful crafting and aging of each expression. The 2026 Van Winkle Collection will be available in limited quantities to retailers, bars and restaurants across the United States via Sazerac’s distribution network at varying retail prices. The suggested retail prices for the 2026 collection are as follows (local fees/taxes apply): • Old Rip Van Winkle Bourbon 10-year-old — $169.99: Vanilla and caramel unfold on the nose, complemented by rich pecan and seasoned oak. The palate is beautifully smooth and mellow, balancing robust wheat and ripe cherry against a deepening presence of oak. The finish is long and smoky, with lingering fruit and warm spice giving way to refined oak tannins. • Van Winkle Special Reserve Bourbon 12-year-old — $199.99: Dried mango and spiced peach lend an elegant fruit character, with cocoa adding subtle depth. Honey unfolds across the palate alongside seasoned oak and tobacco, creating a rich interplay of sweetness and structure. The finish is beautifully balanced and dry, leaving a lingering trace of warmth. • Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve Bourbon 15-year-old — $299.99: Rich and commanding, this 15-year-old bourbon balances the sweetness of caramel corn and vanilla with layers of leather, seasoned oak and complex fruit. Its depth builds across the palate before resolving into an exceptionally smooth finish, where warm spice meets lingering oak tannins. • Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve Bourbon 20-year-old — $399.99: Two decades of maturation reveal themselves in a whiskey of exceptional depth, elegance, and presence. Intense yet remarkably smooth, the palate opens with vibrant citrus zest before unfolding into delicate sherry notes, dried fruit and vanilla, each layer emerging with measured complexity and beautifully composed balance. The finish is extraordinarily long and elegant, lingering with a richness and refinement that speaks to the patience behind every bottle. • Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve Bourbon 23-year-old — $499.99: Twenty-three years of patience are expressed in remarkable depth, with ripe apple and cherry bringing brightness to layers of caramel, deeply developed oak and tobacco, all underscored by a subtle trace of chocolate. The palate is commanding and beautifully structured, allowing the pronounced wood character to take center stage while an elegant caramel sweetness provides richness and balance. Long after the sip, that sweetness endures with an exceptionally lingering finish defined by mature oak, rich caramel and unmistakable refinement. • Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13-year-old — $299.99: An elegant, softly spiced nose reveals chestnut, vanilla and fruit, unfolding with understated warmth. Cocoa and vanilla lend richness to the palate, accented by vibrant spice and a refined touch of white pepper. The finish is exceptionally long and complex, as caramel and lingering spice settle into beautifully dry oak. “I’ve had the privilege of watching this collection become something that means a great deal not only to our family, but to people around the world,” said Julian P. Van Winkle III, President, Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery. “For me, each bottle is a connection to the generations who came before us and to the patience, pride and traditions they passed down. Seeing that same appreciation carried forward by the people who seek out these whiskeys year after year is incredibly special to our family.” The Van Winkle family reminds fans that neither they nor Buffalo Trace Distillery controls prices set by individual retailers and strongly recommends purchasing Van Winkle whiskeys only through licensed sellers. Purchases made through unlicensed secondary markets or online sellers may carry an increased risk of counterfeit products, fraud and alcohol scams. Consumers who believe they may have purchased a counterfeit bottle or been the victim of a scam should not consume the product. They are encouraged to report the incident to the Better Business Bureau and their State Attorney General’s office, and to contact their credit card provider regarding available fraud protection policies. To learn more about the Van Winkle family of bourbons, visit www.oldripvanwinkle.com. About Van Winkle Bourbon The Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery carries a proud four-generation legacy. The Van Winkle family’s roots in the bourbon industry trace back to the late 1800s with Julian P. “Pappy” Van Winkle, Sr., who began his career as a traveling salesman for the W.L. Weller and Sons wholesale house in Louisville. In time, Pappy and his colleague, fellow salesman Alex Farnsley, purchased the wholesale house and joined forces with A. Ph. Stitzel, purchasing his distillery. Together, the three merged their ventures, creating the renowned Stitzel-Weller Distillery after Prohibition. In May of 1935 at the age of 61, Pappy opened the newly completed Stitzel-Weller Distillery in South Louisville. Its prominent brands were W.L. Weller, Old Fitzgerald, Rebel Yell, and Cabin Still. Pappy had a heavy influence on the operations there until his death at the age of 91. His son, Julian, Jr. took over operations until he was forced by stockholders to sell the distillery in 1972. The rights to all of their brands were sold to Norton Simon, Inc. Later, United Distillers, who eventually ended up with the Stitzel-Weller Distillery, s

Irish golf fans chant 'U-S-A' after Trump announces end of tariffs on Irish whiskey Trump said everyone at the Amgen Irish Open had been 'bugging' him about the tariffs Fans at the Irish Open cheered President Donald Trump after he announced the end of U.S. tariffs on Irish whiskey on Sunday. Trump made the announcement while speaking at the award ceremony for the Open, which was played at the Trump International Golf Club in Doonbeg, Ireland. "Everybody's been bugging me, saying, 'Would you do me a favor? It's so unfair what's going on. Could you possibly take the tariffs off of Irish whiskey?'" Trump said. "And I said, ‘On behalf of the United States of America, I am going to take the tariffs off of Irish whiskey.’" The crowd reacted with huge applause and chants of "U-S-A." TRUMP SAYS IRAN CONFLICT COULD END AFTER MIDTERMS Trump also congratulated open winner Shane Lowry, who took home the victory for Ireland in dominant fashion with an 11-shot lead. Trump said he made a last-minute decision to stay and "watch Shane win" Saturday night. The president has spent several days touring Ireland in anticipation of this weekend's event. He met with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin Saturday and voiced his support for Irish unification. The Republic of Ireland gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1922, while Northern Ireland, established in 1921, has remained part of the U.K. "I don't want to cause any problems, but I will tell you, I'd love to see it unified. I have friends on both sides, great people. They're Irish people. How can they be bad, right?" Trump said in Dublin while on stage with Ireland's prime minister, Micheál Martin. "I'd like to see a unified country. I think it would be a great feather in everybody's cap if that happened. It's going to happen eventually." He added that the U.K. "will have something to say about it obviously," but he reiterated that unification would be a "great thing." GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said in a statement that the U.K. government's stance on reunification remains unchanged. "I am not aware that there is majority public support for another referendum, and until that changes, there will not be one," Burnham told reporters in Parliament, according to Reuters.

(Bloomberg) -- President Donald Trump said he would remove US tariffs on Irish whiskey, announcing the move Sunday as he attended a golf tournament at his family's course in western Ireland. Most Read from Bloomberg - Trump Sees Canada Deal 'Fairly Soon,' Downplays Leaving USMCA - Closure of Critical Saudi Oil Pipeline Puts Iraq Under Pressure - Toyota Unveils $2,500 Go-Kart in Bid to Grow Motorsports Fans "On behalf of the United States of America, I am going to take the tariffs off," Trump said to cheers from the crowd at the tournament's trophy celebration. Irish whiskey and other goods from the European Union are generally subject to a 10% tariff under an adjusted rate following a Supreme Court ruling striking down earlier Trump levies. Trump's decision was announced as Shane Lowry, a professional Irish golfer, won the Open in his home country. The declaration delivers a major victory to the Irish government and highlights the often shifting — and personal approach — to trade policy under the US president. Trump has regularly turned to tariffs to push for concessions and punish nations that have bucked his interests; he has also eased levies to reward allies. The decision — which Trump announced to roaring applause at his golf course in Doonbeg, Ireland — came at the end of a two-day visit marked by the country's efforts to engage in delicate diplomacy and maintain warm relations with the US president. Unlike other European nations that have been a target for Trump and drew his criticism this weekend, Ireland generally has been able to avoid some of that fire. Ireland's leaders rolled out the red carpet for Trump, treating him to pomp and pageantry even though he was not making an official state visit to the country. He was given gifts and met with the president and prime minister during a brief spell in Dublin Saturday. Irish distillers have lobbied for a reduction in the duties. While whiskey distilled in the Republic of Ireland and imported into the US has been subject to the 10% tariff, Scotch currently does not face such levies as it benefits from the US-UK trade deal. On Sunday, Trump said he was besieged by requests to address the Irish whiskey levies during his short visit, including appeals from Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin and Lowry. Wine and spirits have frequently been caught in trade disputes since Trump was sworn into his second term in the White House.

US president Donald Trump made the surprise announcement that he would remove tariffs from Irish whiskey at the end of his two-day visit to Ireland. It came shortly before he presented golfer Shane Lowry with the winner’s trophy after he triumphed in the Irish Open tournament at Trump’s golf resort in Doonbeg, Co Clare. Irish whiskey was impacted as part of wide-ranging tariffs the Trump administration imposed on imports from the European Union and elsewhere. Those on Irish whiskey were as high as 15 per cent last year, but that was subsequently reduced to 10 per cent. READ MORE It is understood Taoiseach Micheál Martin raised the issue with Trump during their meeting at Farmleigh on Saturday. As he wrapped up his address to the crowd at the Irish Open, Trump said: “I want to mention one thing [the] Taoiseach and I talked about it, and Shane [Lowry] talked about it. “Everybody’s been bugging me. They’re saying, ‘Will you do me a favour, it’s so unfair what’s going on. Could you possibly take the tariffs off of Irish whiskey?’ “And I said, on behalf of the United States of America, I am going to take the tariffs off.” The Irish Whiskey Association (IWA) quickly welcomed the announcement. Director Eoin Ó Catháin said: “Nothing exemplifies the US-Ireland trade relationship better than Irish whiskey.” Exports to the US were worth €450 million in 2025, he said, while Irish distillers purchased €80 million worth of US whiskey casks. “This relationship represents thousands of jobs and millions in investment on both sides of the Atlantic, and the return to tariff-free trade for our Irish whiskey distillers will strengthen this success and lead to further growth and investment.” Tanaiste Simon Harris said the announcement was of economic significance and reflected the importance of the economic relationship between Ireland and the US. Minister for Enterprise Peter Burke said the US was a “vital market for our many quality local distillers across the country”, and the move would protect jobs. At the post-tournament press conference, Lowry was asked about Trump’s remarks that the golfer had been among those with whom he had discussed whiskey tariffs. Lowry joked: “Irish distillers better be sending me a cheque soon. That must be worth a few quid to them.” Meanwhile, the Taoiseach defended the manner in which he raised the issue of Gaza with Trump, including how he had not referred to what had happened in the Palestinian enclave as genocide. People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy accused the Taoiseach of an “abject failure to challenge Trump” on the issue. Sinn Féin MEP Kathleen Funchion – who joined protesters near Trump’s golf resort in Doonbeg on Sunday – argued that the Irish people “would have liked for Micheál Martin to be a lot stronger” on Gaza and the “upholding of international law and accountability for Israel”. Martin said his main focus was “accelerating getting more aid to Gaza” and that this was the “key issue now for the Palestinians”. He said he had received a thank you message “immediately afterwards” from the Palestinian ambassador. Martin also mentioned Ireland’s intervention in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) case taken by South Africa alleging genocide by Israel in Gaza and said: “I took that decision with the Government some time back and we have been very consistent as a country in relation to the Middle East and in relation to the Palestinian question.” He said the US president “undertook to do everything he possibly could to get aid into Gaza and particularly the Irish contribution in respect of that.” Asked whether he told Trump that what was happening in Gaza was genocide, Martin said: “No, I didn’t use that term specifically,” while denying he had changed his language on the issue when meeting Trump. The US president’s whirlwind visit to Ireland ended on Sunday. Trump praised the hospitality of the Irish people he had experienced, while also remarking that some were among the “most vicious bastards” he has done business with during his two-day visit. He said Irish-based medical companies had “fleeced” the US by not paying taxes there. Following his arrival in Ireland on Saturday, Trump first visited the Phoenix Park, where he met President Catherine Connolly in Áras an Uachtaráin and then the Taoiseach in Farmleigh House. Afterwards, he spoke at an event in the residence of the US ambassador Edward Walsh at Deerfield, also in the Phoenix Park. The president then flew on Air Force One to Doonbeg, where he watched the final two days of the Irish Open.

Trump says he plans to remove US tariff on Irish whiskey President Donald Trump on Sept. 13 said he plans to remove a U.S. tariff on Irish whiskey. Speaking on the closing day of the Irish Open golf tournament at Trump International Golf Links & Hotel in Ireland, Trump said he received multiple requests to lift the tariff, including from professional golfers and Ireland’s Taoiseach Micheál Martin, the country’s head of government. "Everybody’s been bugging me about this one thing: 'Would you do me a favor? It’s so unfair what’s going on. Could you possibly take the tariffs off of Irish whiskey?'" Trump said. "On behalf of the United States of America, I am going to take the tariffs off," the president added, which prompted cheers and applause from the tournament’s attendees. Irish whiskey, like most imports from the European Union, currently faces a 10% U.S. tariff. Speaking to reporters later in the day on Sept. 13, Trump clarified that he plans to only remove the tariff on Irish whiskey, not tariffs on any other EU products. He did not immediately specify when he plans to formally make the change. The United States is a major market for Irish whiskey distilleries, accounting for an estimated 450 million euros in exports each year, according to the Irish Whiskey Association. Trump gave the United Kingdom a similar parting gift after King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited the United States in April, announcing on Truth Social that he would lift a 10% tariff on U.K. whiskey. "They already have it," Trump said, adding that was why the tariff on Irish whiskey was "unfair." Reach Rachel Barber at rbarber@usatoday.com, follow her on X @rachelbarber_, and subscribe to her newsletter "Making More of Your Money" here

Trump says he plans to remove a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey DOONBEG, Ireland (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday at the close of a golf tournament in Ireland that he plans to remove a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey. Trump said during the trophy ceremony for the Irish Open that he had been asked about the issue by everyone, including some of the golfers. “Everybody’s been bugging me,” to do it, the Republican president said. “And I said, ‘On behalf of the United States of America, I am going to take the tariffs off Irish whiskey.’” Irish whiskey currently faces the 10% tariff imposed by Trump on imports from the European Union. Trump announced in May that he was lifting certain tariffs on U.K. whiskey, which includes Scotch and spirits made in Northern Ireland. Trump’s announcement at the conclusion of the tournament was met with loud cheers. In May, the Irish Whiskey Association called for the tariffs to be removed, arguing that such a step would help many U.S. companies with Irish products in their portfolios and avoid uncertainty for consumers. Details on how soon the tariff would be lifted were not immediately available. Trump said in May that he gave the United Kingdom a tariff break on whiskey after King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited the White House. “The King and Queen got me to do something that nobody else was able to do, without hardly even asking!” Trump posted on social media. Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.

Trump announces removal of Irish whiskey tariffs: ‘Everybody’s been bugging me’ See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on GooglePresident Trump said that he plans to remove a 15% tariff on Irish whiskey after he celebrated the end of a golf tournament on the Emerald Isle Sunday. Trump claimed he was asked about the issue while attending the Irish Open, with the president making his decision during the trophy ceremony. “Everybody’s been bugging me” to do it,” the president said. “And I said, ‘On behalf of the United States of America, I am going to take the tariffs off.’” The surprise announcement drew praise and cheers from tournament spectators. Irish whiskey currently faces a 15% import tax imposed by Trump as part of his wider tariffs on the European Union. Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin praised the decision by Trump, who is the first sitting US president to attend the Irish Open. “The last four days reflects also the very strong relationship, the strength of an enduring relationship, between the United States of America and Ireland,” Martin said. Trump had previously teased lifting certain tariffs on UK whiskey back in May, which includes Scotch and spirits made in Northern Ireland. That decision came after a visit from King Charless III and Queen Camilia at the White House, where the royals asked Trump to remove the import tax. At the time, the Irish Whiskey Association called for the tariffs to be removed, arguing it would help US companies with Irish products in their portfolios avoid economic hits. It remains unclear how soon the 15% tariff on Irish whiskey will be removed. The removal of tariffs for UK whiskey came on July 24, about two months after Trump’s initial announcement, according to the Scotch Whisky Association. With Post Wires

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday at the close of a golf tournament in Ireland that he plans to remove a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey. Trump said during the trophy ceremony for the Irish Open that he had been asked about the issue by everyone, including some of the golfers. “Everybody’s been bugging me” to do it, the Republican president said. “And I said, ‘On behalf of the United States of America, I am going to take the tariffs off'” Irish whiskey. Irish whiskey currently faces the standard tariff imposed by Trump on most imports from the European Union, which was reduced from 15% to 10% in July. Trump announced in May that he was lifting certain tariffs on U.K. whiskey, which includes Scotch and spirits made in Northern Ireland. Trump’s apparent surprise announcement at the conclusion of the tournament was met with loud whistling and cheers from the crowd of spectators. In May, the Irish Whiskey Association called for the tariffs to be removed, arguing that such a step would help many U.S. companies with Irish products in their portfolios and avoid uncertainty for consumers. Details on how soon the tariff would be lifted were not immediately available. Trump said on April 30 that he gave the United Kingdom a tariff break on whiskey after King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited the White House. “The King and Queen got me to do something that nobody else was able to do, without hardly even asking!” Trump posted on social media. The Scotch Whisky Association said July 24 that the zero-tariff policy had come into effect.

On foreign land but home turf, Donald Trump presented the Irish Open trophy to Shane Lowry at the president’s Doonbeg golf course. He also presented a farewell gift: the elimination of tariffs on Irish whiskey. “I want to mention one thing. Taoiseach and I talked about it, and Shane talked about it, and everybody’s been bugging me. They’re saying, ‘Would you do me a favor? It’s so unfair what’s going on. Could you possibly take the tariffs off of Irish whiskey?’” Trump said. “And I said, on behalf of the United States of America, I am going to take the tariffs off,” Trump continued, as the crowd erupted. While not a drinker himself, Trump presented the show of good faith at the end of his quick visit to Ireland — where he made controversial comments voicing support for Irish unification, met with Irish President Catherine Connolly and Taoiseach Micheál Martin, and became the first sitting president to attend the Irish Open. Irish whiskey faces a 10% tariff, the Trump administration imposed on most imports from the European Union. The president made a similar concession after King Charles and Queen Camilla’s state visit in April, removing tariffs on UK whiskey, which includes Scotch. CNN has reached out to the US trade representative for more information, including when the tariffs will be removed. Simon Harris, Ireland’s deputy prime minister and its minister of finance, said the tariff removal is “a welcome announcement of economic significance” that “reflects the very positive engagement we’ve had with the US administration on tariffs over the 18 months.” Chris Swonger, president and CEO of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, welcomed the move, saying in a statement it marks “another positive step toward reducing barriers to spirits trade.” After Trump’s meetings in Dublin on Saturday, the news was dominated by his support for Irish unification, a controversial issue, while Sunday, he turned the attention to whiskey tariffs. Trump said Saturday that he discussed trade with Martin at their bilateral meeting and emphasized the US’ “big relationship with Ireland,” which he said will “continue stronger than ever.” The relationship between the two countries was also something Martin emphasized during his own remarks at the trophy presentation. “The Trump family in particular have invested very heavily in the recent decade in this golf course, making it an exceptional and one of the great key golf courses now anywhere in the world,” Martin said of Doonbeg, and it was Trump who presented the trophy to the winning Irishman. “In many ways, the last four days reflects also the very strong relationship, the strength of an enduring relationship between the United States of America and Ireland. We are tied together by history, by family, by friendship,” he added. During Trump’s trip, the president was far removed from the streets, where protests broke out Saturday in Dublin and in the Doonbeg and Shannon area. He spent the weekend at his own golf club — greeted with chants of “U-S-A” in the packed members bar on Saturday night and cheered on while presenting the trophy on Sunday. “We’re so proud of the whole Doonbeg, and, frankly, Ireland itself has been so incredible, so inviting,” Trump said. This story has been updated with additional information.

'Everybody's Been Bugging Me': Trump Announces End To 10% Tariff On Irish Whiskey At Irish Open In Doonbeg Trump announced at the Irish Open trophy ceremony in Doonbeg that he will remove the 10% US tariff on Irish whiskey after requests from PM Micheal Martin and golfers, aligning it with the zero-tariff break given to UK whisky. - Global News - 2 min read Doonbeg: U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday at the close of a golf tournament in Ireland that he plans to remove a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey. Trump said during the trophy ceremony for the Irish Open that he had been asked about the issue by everyone, including Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin and even some of the golfers. Irish Open winner Shane Lowry was among them, Trump said. “Everybody’s been bugging me” to do it, the Republican president said. “And I said, ‘On behalf of the United States of America, I am going to take the tariffs off'" of Irish whiskey. Irish whiskey currently faces the standard tariff imposed by Trump on most imports from the European Union, which was reduced from 15% to 10% in July. Advertisement Trump announced in April that he was lifting certain tariffs on U.K. whiskey, which includes Scotch and spirits made in Northern Ireland, creating an imbalance with Ireland. Trump’s surprise announcement was met with loud whistling and cheers from the crowd of spectators. Details on how soon the tariff would be lifted were not immediately available. Advertisement Chris Swonger, president & CEO of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, called Trump's announcement “another positive step toward reducing barriers to spirits trade” and said everyone would benefit from it during the coming holidays. “As U.S. hospitality businesses enter the critical holiday season, this action will provide a welcome boost for retailers, restaurants, consumers and the American economy,” Swonger said. In May, the Irish Whiskey Association called for the tariffs to be removed, arguing that such a step would help many U.S. companies with Irish products in their portfolios and avoid uncertainty for consumers. Trump said on April 30 that he gave the United Kingdom a tariff break on whiskey after King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited the White House. “The King and Queen got me to do something that nobody else was able to do, without hardly even asking!” Trump posted on social media. The Scotch Whisky Association said July 24 that the zero-tariff policy had come into effect.

▲ U.S. President Donald Trump visiting Doonbeg, Ireland, on the 13th (local time) U.S. President Donald Trump announced yesterday (the 13th, local time) that he will eliminate tariffs on Irish whiskey imported into the United States. While visiting Ireland, President Trump made the announcement during a speech at the prize-giving ceremony for the Irish Open golf tournament held at his own golf resort in Doonbeg, according to the White House press pool. President Trump said, "I want to mention one thing. I spoke about this with the Prime Minister, and I spoke about it with Shane (tournament champion Shane Lowry), and everybody has been bugging me about this one thing," adding that they requested him to lift the tariffs imposed on Irish whiskey. President Trump then stated, "On behalf of the United States, I will remove the tariffs on Irish whiskey." According to the Associated Press, Irish whiskey is currently subject to a 15% tariff imposed by the Trump administration on European Union imports, and the Irish Whiskey Association had urged the abolition of the tariff last May. The Associated Press reported that while the audience responded with whistles and cheers to President Trump's surprise announcement, a specific timeline for when the tariffs will be lifted has not been confirmed. Previously, right after the conclusion of British King Charles III's state visit to the United States in late April, President Trump announced via social media that he would eliminate tariffs on Scotch whisky, a major product of Scotland, UK. Regarding this, the AP reported that "the Scotch Whisky Association stated that the duty-free policy was announced on July 24." (Photo: AP, Yonhap News) ※ Copying, redistribution, and unauthorized use in AI training are strictly prohibited.

U.S. President Donald Trump attends the Irish Open golf tournament at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, Ireland, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. Julia Demaree Nikhinson - AP U.S. President Donald Trump speaks prior to presenting the winners trophy to Shane Lowry of Ireland during the Irish Open golf tournament at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, Ireland, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. Julia Demaree Nikhinson - AP U.S. President Donald Trump smiles after the trophy presentation of the Irish Open at the Trump International Golf Links course in Doonbeg, Ireland, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. Peter Morrison - AP U.S. President Donald Trump, center left, presents the trophy to Shane Lowry of Ireland during the Irish Open golf tournament at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, Ireland, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. Julia Demaree Nikhinson - AP APFeatured Trump says he plans to remove a 15% tariff on Irish whiskey President Donald Trump says he plans to remove a 15% tariff on Irish whiskey By DARLENE SUPERVILLE and JILL LAWLESS The Associated Press U.S. President Donald Trump attends the Irish Open golf tournament at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, Ireland, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. Julia Demaree Nikhinson - AP U.S. President Donald Trump speaks prior to presenting the winners trophy to Shane Lowry of Ireland during the Irish Open golf tournament at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, Ireland, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. Julia Demaree Nikhinson - AP U.S. President Donald Trump smiles after the trophy presentation of the Irish Open at the Trump International Golf Links course in Doonbeg, Ireland, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. Peter Morrison - AP U.S. President Donald Trump, center left, presents the trophy to Shane Lowry of Ireland during the Irish Open golf tournament at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, Ireland, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026. DOONBEG, Ireland – U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday at the close of a golf tournament in Ireland that he plans to remove a 15% tariff on Irish whiskey. Trump said during the trophy ceremony for the Irish Open that he had been asked about the issue by everyone, including some of the golfers. Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Commented Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles.

Scotland, the home of whisky, is now sitting on enough Scotch whisky to cover three years of current consumption, pushing the industry into its worst downturn since the 1980s. Producers sharply increased output in anticipation of rising demand, but consumption fell instead, leaving the industry struggling with overflowing inventories. The volume of maturing Scotch whisky has more than tripled, rising from less than 400 million liters 10 years ago to about 1.4 billion liters this year, the Financial Times (FT) reported. That is equivalent to roughly three years of current consumption. As the inventory burden grew, many distilleries cut production by more than one-third. There are also predictions that up to one-quarter of Scotland’s approximately 160 distilleries could be put up for sale. The seeds of the oversupply were sown in the 2010s. Producers increased output in anticipation of growing demand for whisky, then expanded production further as more people began enjoying cocktails and other drinks at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. But inflation later reduced consumers’ spending power, causing demand to weaken. Consumers began drinking less or seeking relatively cheaper products. Growing health consciousness and the shift toward online socializing have also weighed on alcohol consumption. In particular, per-capita alcohol consumption in the United States, the industry’s largest export market, fell 11% from 2019. The industry expects restructuring and mergers and acquisitions to gather pace, particularly among independent distilleries with limited financial resources. Although the crisis persists, signs of recovery are emerging. Scotch whisky exports totaled 50 million cases in the first half of this year, up 6% from the same period a year earlier, while export value rose 3%. The market drawing the industry’s greatest expectations is India. Under the UK–India free trade agreement (FTA), which took effect last month, India’s import tariff on Scotch whisky was halved from 150% to 75% and will be reduced to 40% by 2036. Scotch whisky currently accounts for only 3% of India’s whisky market, leaving considerable room for growth, analysts say. The launch of new products targeting Generation Z is also gathering pace. Contrary to the conventional belief that Generation Z does not drink, IWSR, a global alcohol-market research firm, found that 74% of legal-drinking-age Generation Z consumers across 15 major markets said they had consumed alcohol in the past six months, up 8 percentage points from 66% three years ago. The industry is broadening its product lineup with fruitier, sweeter whiskies and canned cocktails aimed at younger consumers.

'12 Billion Bottles of Surplus' – Enough for the World to Drink for 3 Years... Wasn't MZ Just Trending Recently? Production Ramp-Up in the 2010s Followed by Slowing Consumption Falling Exports... Distilleries Reduce Output Amid ongoing global economic uncertainty and slowing consumer demand, the Scotch whisky industry in Scotland is facing a massive buildup of inventory. Analysts note that the surge in production driven by expectations of higher demand in the past has now led to the current oversupply. The Financial Times (FT) reported recently that the Scotch whisky industry in the UK is grappling with the dual challenges of excess inventory and declining demand. Currently, about 1.4 billion liters of whisky are maturing in Scotland, which equates to approximately three years’ worth of supply based on current consumption levels. There are around 22 million casks stored in aging warehouses, which translates to about 12 billion bottles (70cl) if bottled. However, a significant portion of this stock is still maturing and cannot yet be sold as finished product. The background to this inventory surge dates back to production expansion in the 2010s. Back then, as global demand for Scotch whisky increased, distilleries expanded their production facilities and maturing stocks, anticipating even greater future sales. However, following this, the COVID-19 pandemic, rising prices, and increased living costs dampened consumption, while overall drinking levels also declined, particularly among younger generations. Weak exports have added to the burden. According to the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA), exports of Scotch whisky amounted to 5.3 billion pounds in 2025, a 1.8% decrease from the previous year, with export volume dropping by 4.3%. Exports to the United States in particular plunged by 15%. Sales of high-priced single malts also decreased by 6%, reflecting a growing trend among consumers to seek out more affordable options. Producers have responded by curbing output and trying to manage inventories. Some distilleries have reduced their operating days from seven to five per week, while others have temporarily halted production. The industry faces a challenge because whisky must mature for at least three years before it can legally be sold, so inventory can’t be drawn down rapidly even if demand falls. Some observers note that the current situation is reminiscent of the ‘whisky lake’ crisis of the 1980s, when severe oversupply left huge stocks of unsold whisky. However, there is hope that the growth of emerging markets such as India, and tariff reductions from new trade agreements, could help create fresh demand. Hot Picks Today "Each 10-Won Drop in Exchange Rate Boosts Profit by 2.5 Billion Won"...Stocks Benefiting from the Strong Won at 1,340 Won Level- "Foreign Investors Buy In, While Executives Sell: 'K-Beauty Stock' Soars 87% in Two Months" - Junggu District in Seoul to Pilot AI-Based Unmanned System at Chosun Hotel Roadside Public Parking Lot - "Don't Use Chinese-Made Products": One U.S. Warning Triggers a 5 Trillion Won Jackpot for Korean Batteries [Weekend Money] - '12 Billion Bottles of Surplus' – Enough for the World to Drink for 3 Years... Wasn't MZ Just Trending Recently? Analysts suggest that Scotland’s whisky industry is at a turning point, shifting from a growth strategy focused on expanding production to one that emphasizes inventory management and pioneering new markets. © The Asia Business Daily. All rights reserved. Unauthorized AI training and use prohibited.

Scotland, the home of whisky, has been hit hard as global alcohol consumption falls sharply amid a growing focus on health and rising drink prices. Stockpiles of Scotch whisky now equal about three years of current consumption, pushing the industry into its worst downturn since the 1980s. Scotch whisky maturing in casks has more than tripled to about 1.4 billion liters this year from under 400 million liters a decade ago, the Financial Times reported on the 12th. Distillers ramped up production in anticipation of stronger demand, but consumption fell instead, leaving them saddled with excess inventory. As the inventory burden snowballed, a significant number of distilleries cut output by more than a third. Some forecasts suggest that up to a quarter of Scotland's roughly 160 distilleries could be put up for sale. The oversupply took root in the 2010s. Producers raced to expand production on expectations of rising whisky demand, then expanded further during the COVID-19 pandemic as more consumers mixed cocktails at home. Demand then weakened sharply as inflation eroded spending power. Consumers also began drinking less or switching to cheaper products. Global shifts are adding pressure, including a rise in health-conscious young consumers and a move in socializing from in-person gatherings to online. In the United States, the largest export market, per-capita alcohol consumption is down 11% from 2019. The industry expects the downturn to trigger restructuring and mergers and acquisitions, centered on independent distilleries with weaker finances. Fewer people in their 20s and 30s are visiting bars in South Korea as well. The share of Koreans in their 20s and 30s who drank alcohol within the past month stood at 67.2%, down 4.9 percentage points from 2024, according to the "MZ Generation Alcohol Trend Report 2026" released on the 13th by Open Survey, an artificial intelligence research technology company. The survey covered 2,000 men and women aged 20 to 39 nationwide from the 20th to the 23rd of last month. The average number of drinking occasions per month also fell to 6.4, down 0.64 from 2024. A focus on health was the most cited reason for drinking less, at 28.6%, followed by financial strain at 27.9%, more alternative leisure options at 18.8% and changing drinking culture at 16%. Open Survey attributed the decline to greater interest in health and self-care, cost pressures and a wider range of leisure choices that replace drinking occasions. Interest in alcohol has not disappeared, however. Among 1,000 respondents who drank within the past month, 67.9% said they drink only as much as they want rather than keeping pace with others. Another 66.9% said they try to stick to a set limit, and 66.7% said they value how they feel the next day more than the pleasure of getting drunk. Young consumers are also shifting from quantity to quality. Some 62.6% said they prefer drinking good alcohol occasionally rather than frequently, and 53.9% said they are willing to pay more for better taste and quality. Women in their 20s placed particular importance on the space and atmosphere in which they drink, with 82.5% saying that the setting and mood matter as much as the taste.

US will scrap Irish whisky tariff, Trump says The announcement comes several months after the United States decreased the tariff by 5 percent. While in Ireland attending a golf tournament at the golf course he owns in Doonbeg in County Clare, US President Donald Trump said the US will repeal a 10 percent tariff on Irish whisky, a duty that currently falls under those imposed on all European Union wine and spirit exports to the United States. “Everybody’s been bugging me” to do it, the president said at a trophy ceremony. “And I said, ‘On behalf of the United States of America, I am going to take the tariffs off [Irish whisky].'” Irish whisky producers have been navigating the tariffs levied by the Trump administration on European Union imports for over a year, as part of the administration’s broader trade and import clampdown. Trump announced a zero-tariff policy for spirits from the United Kingdom in late April, removing duties on Scotch and Northern Irish whisky following a royal visit from the UK’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla. “The King and Queen got me to do something that nobody else was able to do, without hardly even asking!” Trump posted on social media at the time. The Scotch Whisky Association said July 24 that the zero-tariff policy had come into effect, calling it “welcome news for businesses on both sides of the Atlantic” that would provide “greater confidence to invest, grow exports, and support jobs and communities”. In May, the Irish Whiskey Association (IWA) also pressed for tariff elimination to shield US spirit portfolios and consumers from market volatility, while buttressing domestic companies handling Irish brands. In July, the administration dropped an original 15 percent tariff to 10 percent. The IWA welcomed the announcement and said it would continue to work with its EU and US counterparts to secure a return to the zero-for-zero tariff arrangement for all drinks exports. “Nothing exemplifies the US-Ireland trade relationship better than Irish Whiskey,” IWA Director Eoin O Caithain said in a statement, adding that the lobby group looked forward to seeing the announcement fully implemented. Trump’s sudden announcement at the tournament’s close triggered a chorus of whistles and cheers from the crowd of spectators. Details on how soon the tariff would be lifted were not immediately available.