Distilled Spirits
U.S. Distilled Spirits Exports in 2023
Total Export Value
$2.23 Billion
3-Year Average
$1.96 Billion
Compound Average Growth
3.6% (2014-2023)
| Market | Total Value (USD) |
|---|---|
| European Union | $885.68 Million |
| Canada | $262.05 Million |
| Mexico | $138.98 Million |
| Australia | $138.56 Million |
| United Kingdom | $126.01 Million |
| Japan | $122.51 Million |
| United Arab Emirates | $60.42 Million |
| Brazil | $48.36 Million |
| South Korea | $47.89 Million |
| Dominican Republic | $37.79 Million |
Data and Analysis
On December 25, 2024, Türkiye unexpectedly increased the Special Consumption Tax (SCT) on distilled spirits by 12.5 percent, excluding domestically produced raki.
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News and Features
Husband-and-wife team Dave Crosley and Teresa Dahl-Bredine founded Little Toad Creek LLC in 2012. The couple started their business under the brewpub model, producing beer and spirits for their taprooms, located in Silver City and Las Cruces, New Mexico.