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MNN Global · May 29, 2026 · 1 min read

US liquor maker shifts to Canada after trade restrictions hit sales

What happened: Phillips Distilling lost 70% of its Canadian market when provinces banned US liquor sales. The company has now found a new way to sell its products in Canada.

Why it matters:

  • The ban significantly reduced Phillips Distilling's Canadian revenue.
  • Canadian consumers and the liquor industry are affected by changing trade rules.

MNN Take: Trade restrictions between the US and Canadian provinces disrupted Phillips Distilling's business, prompting the company to adapt its approach to maintain access to the Canadian market.

Sources: BBC Business