Breweries Across Canada, U.S. Brace for 25% Aluminum Tariffs

Breweries across North America are preparing for the potential impact of President Trump's new 25% tariffs on aluminum, set to take effect March 12. Many breweries, including those in Saskatchewan and Connecticut, rely heavily on U.S. suppliers for aluminum cans, leading to concerns about rising costs and the need for alternative suppliers. Some owners, like Curt Cameron of Thomas Hooker Brewery, highlight that even small price increases on cans can significantly affect their bottom line, given the scale of their operations. Experts suggest the tariffs may serve as a negotiation tool rather than a definitive policy change, leaving some uncertainty about their actual implementation. In Michigan, brewery owners express the challenge of absorbing increased packaging costs, which may ultimately lead to higher prices for consumers. As breweries adapt, there are calls for increased domestic production of aluminum to mitigate reliance on foreign sources.