The value of Irish whiskey export sales fell 5% last year amid a tough trading climate for the category, especially in the US, according to trade body Bord Bia. Irish whiskey exports were valued at €930m ($1.1bn) in 2025 and accounted for 45% of total drinks shipments from the country, data issued by Bord Bia showed. "The global whiskey market faced a challenging year, especially in the US, where Irish whiskey exports declined by 5%," Bord Bia said in its report. "Stocks were built up in late 2024 and ...