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Core Viewpoint - Jim Beam, a bourbon whiskey producer, announced the closure of its distillery in Kentucky for at least one year due to dual pressures from tariff policies and declining demand for aged whiskey [1][4]. Company Actions - The company will suspend bourbon whiskey production at its Clermont distillery starting in 2026 to allow for facility upgrades, while the bottling plant, storage warehouses, and visitor center will continue to operate [1][4]. - Employees from the affected distillery will be reassigned to other positions within the company, and there are currently no plans for layoffs [2][6]. Industry Context - The bourbon whiskey industry is facing challenges from tariff disputes between the U.S. and Canada, with significant impacts on exports; for instance, U.S. spirits exports fell by 9% year-on-year in Q2 2025, with exports to Canada dropping by 85% during April to June [2][7]. - The bourbon whiskey production has seen substantial growth, with the number of aging barrels in Kentucky reaching 16 million, more than triple the amount stored 15 years ago [7]. - Despite production growth, sales data indicates that American drinking levels have reached a decades-low, impacting overall demand for bourbon whiskey [3][8]. Economic Impact - The bourbon whiskey industry contributes over 23,000 jobs and generates an economic value of $2.2 billion for Kentucky [3][8].