Jim Beam, one of the largest makers of American whiskey globally, is shutting down bourbon production at one of its Kentucky distilleries for a year.
Jim Beam, owned by Suntory Global Spirits, is one of Kentucky’s biggest bourbon producers.
The Bluegrass state’s $9 billion whiskey bourbon industry has been struggling to manage its abundant supply of liquor against the drop in demand.
open image in gallery Jim Beam, one of the largest makers of American whiskey globally, is shutting down bourbon production at one of its Kentucky distilleries for a year ( Getty Images ).
“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.
There were nearly 1,500 employees at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Kentucky last year, according to the newspaper.
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