India, Dec. 23 -- Japanese drinks group Suntory owned Jim Beam bourbon whiskey, has announced a production pause at its main site in Clermont, Kentucky, for the entirety of 2026.

This announcement comes as uncertainties surrounding Donald Trump's trade tariffs, along with the fact that US whiskey distillers must contend with falling alcohol consumption rates.

The company's statement mentioned looking for an "opportunity to invest in site enhancements."

"We are always assessing production levels to best meet consumer demand and recently met with our team to discuss our volumes for 2026," the statement said.

One of the primary reasons behind the pause is the increasing amount of bourbon inventories in Kentucky.

According to the Kentuck...