Irish Whisky Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Parent Product
Whisky
HS Code
220830
Last Updated
2026-08-13
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Irish Whisky market coverage spans 130 countries.
- 160 exporter companies and 201 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 79 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 9 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-08-13.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Irish Whisky
Analyze 79 supplier-linked transactions across the top 9 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Irish Whisky.
Irish Whisky Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Irish Whisky to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Irish Whisky: Mexico (+9889.2%), Netherlands (-49.4%), Ireland (-36.2%).
Irish Whisky Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-09, benchmark Irish Whisky country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-02, countries with visible Irish Whisky transaction unit prices: Switzerland (14.55 USD / kg), Costa Rica (7.75 USD / kg), Latvia (6.48 USD / kg), Netherlands (2.67 USD / kg).
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | +9889.2% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Ireland | -36.2% | 10 | 5.06 USD / kg (88,170.539 kg) | 7.82 USD / kg (17,080 kg) | 3.23 USD / kg (11,550 kg) | 6.01 USD / kg (17,308.8 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | -28.7% | 8 | - (-) | 8.70 USD / kg (254.02 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 10.45 USD / kg (487.04 kg) | 7.75 USD / kg (185.49 kg) | ||||||
| Latvia | -15.3% | 33 | 9.47 USD / kg (32,710.56 kg) | 8.58 USD / kg (31,806.1 kg) | 8.93 USD / kg (40,022.639 kg) | 7.63 USD / kg (17,749.199 kg) | 6.64 USD / kg (21,052.56 kg) | 6.48 USD / kg (21,084.4 kg) | ||||||
| Netherlands | -49.4% | 4 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 2.67 USD / kg (198 kg) | - (-) | 2.67 USD / kg (24 kg) | ||||||
| Switzerland | -18.8% | 1 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 14.55 USD / kg (9.31 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | -5.7% | 14 | 6.89 USD / kg (713.85 kg) | 14.50 USD / kg (232 kg) | 14.24 USD / kg (18 kg) | 10.49 USD / kg (126 kg) | 18.69 USD / kg (18 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| South Africa | -5.2% | 7 | - (-) | - (-) | 12.69 USD / kg (446.74 kg) | 13.82 USD / kg (3,063.44 kg) | 11.91 USD / kg (64.65 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Uruguay | - | 1 | - (-) | 0.31 USD / kg (11,265.08 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Irish Whisky Global Supply Chain Coverage
361 companies
160 exporters and 201 importers are mapped for Irish Whisky.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Irish Whisky, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Irish Whisky Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
160 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Irish Whisky. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Irish Whisky Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 160 total exporter companies in the Irish Whisky supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Germany)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Air TransportLand Transport
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleLogisticsTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Whisky, Irish Whisky
(Lithuania)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
Exporting Countries: Moldova
Supplying Products: Whisky, Irish Whisky
(Latvia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Alcohol WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Whisky, Irish Whisky
(Switzerland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Exporting Countries: Russia
Supplying Products: Whisky, Irish Whisky
(Latvia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Alcohol Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Exporting Countries: Russia
Supplying Products: Whisky, Irish Whisky
(Ireland)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-07-13
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
Irish Whisky Global Exporter Coverage
160 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Irish Whisky supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Irish Whisky (HS Code 220830) in 2024
For Irish Whisky in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United Kingdom | 818,158,315.411 kg | 7,077,095,863.534 USD |
| 2 | United States | 200,038,174 kg | 1,534,328,295 USD |
| 3 | Ireland | 131,797,627.884 kg | 1,129,539,384.82 USD |
| 4 | Netherlands | 27,097,940.381 kg | 488,449,724.589 USD |
| 5 | Germany | 33,607,454.97 kg | 369,378,615.307 USD |
| 6 | Japan | 11,305,207.7 kg | 288,378,071.599 USD |
| 7 | Latvia | 21,174,661.494 kg | 248,129,272.715 USD |
| 8 | Canada | 18,657,382.158 kg | 218,688,784.817 USD |
| 9 | India | 73,047,156.416 kg | 173,369,735.08 USD |
| 10 | Spain | 30,281,418.637 kg | 172,308,439.432 USD |
Irish Whisky Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Irish Whisky Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
201 importer companies are mapped for Irish Whisky demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Irish Whisky Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Costa Rica)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Sudan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-13
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Costa Rica)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Ghana)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-07-13
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-09-27
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalLand TransportOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
201 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Irish Whisky.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Irish Whisky (HS Code 220830) in 2024
For Irish Whisky in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 190,880,785 kg | 1,881,474,862 USD |
| 2 | Netherlands | 52,693,755.555 kg | 523,590,487.761 USD |
| 3 | Japan | 71,107,093.804 kg | 493,019,457.212 USD |
| 4 | Germany | 53,582,843.537 kg | 407,437,615.826 USD |
| 5 | Poland | 54,296,993.095 kg | 404,828,620 USD |
| 6 | India | 62,360,708 kg | 397,971,433.335 USD |
| 7 | Spain | 62,479,967.852 kg | 380,128,170.395 USD |
| 8 | Turkiye | 37,724,646.705 kg | 282,879,039 USD |
| 9 | Canada | 28,020,862.416 kg | 274,324,637.371 USD |
| 10 | Italy | 25,757,635 kg | 257,847,811.002 USD |
Irish Whisky Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormBottled distilled spirit (aged)
Industry PositionBranded alcoholic beverage (spirit)
Market
Irish whisky/whiskey is a geographically indicated (GI) distilled spirit produced on the island of Ireland (Ireland and Northern Ireland) and typically matured in wooden casks for multi-year periods, making supply planning inherently long-cycle. Global trade is export-led, with brand-driven positioning ranging from high-volume blended Irish whiskey to premium single pot still and single malt segments. Major demand is concentrated in developed spirits markets (notably North America and Western Europe), with travel retail and on-trade cocktail programs influencing brand visibility. Category dynamics are shaped by premiumization, portfolio innovation (including cask-finish variants), and competition for shelf space versus Scotch whisky, American whiskey, and other premium brown spirits.
Market GrowthGrowing (medium-term outlook)Export-led expansion supported by premiumization and broadened global distribution, with periodic volatility tied to macro conditions and spirits-category substitution.
Major Producing Countries
- IrelandCore production base for Irish Whiskey/Irish Whisky under the GI; major distilling, maturation, and bottling activity.
- United KingdomProduction within Northern Ireland forms part of the GI territory for Irish Whiskey/Irish Whisky.
Major Exporting Countries
- IrelandPrimary exporter of Irish whiskey in global customs trade statistics for whiskies (commonly reported under HS 220830).
- United KingdomExports can include product produced in Northern Ireland; verification depends on reporting practices in trade statistics.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesMajor destination market for whiskies in global trade statistics; commonly a key market for Irish whiskey brands.
- United KingdomSignificant spirits market and geographically proximate destination for Irish whiskey distribution.
- FranceLarge whisky-consuming market in Europe; relevant destination in trade statistics for whiskies.
- GermanyMajor European spirits market and destination for whiskies in trade statistics.
- CanadaSignificant spirits market; relevant destination for imported whiskies.
Supply Calendar
- Ireland (island of Ireland):Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecDistillation and warehousing operate year-round; market availability is governed more by maturation cycles, blending plans, and release schedules than by harvest seasonality.
Specification
Major VarietiesBlended Irish Whiskey, Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey, Single Malt Irish Whiskey, Single Grain Irish Whiskey
Physical Attributes
- Clear, aged spirit typically presenting pale gold to amber hues depending on cask type and maturation length
- Aroma and flavor profile strongly influenced by cask management (ex-bourbon, sherry, and other cask finishes are used in the category)
Compositional Metrics
- Spirit drink category conventions for whisky/whiskey (e.g., maturation in wooden casks for at least 3 years, minimum alcoholic strength at bottling, and restrictions on flavoring) apply in many key markets
- Irish Whiskey/Irish Whisky GI compliance requires production within the defined geographical area and adherence to the GI technical specifications (including maturation requirements)
Grades
- Geographical Indication (GI): Irish Whiskey / Uisce Beatha Eireannach / Irish Whisky
- Regulated spirit drink category: Whisky/Whiskey (market regulations define minimum alcoholic strength and maturation rules)
Packaging
- Predominantly glass bottles with branded labels and tamper-evident closures
- Common export configurations include secondary cartons and case packs for retail, on-trade, and travel retail
ProcessingBatch pot distillation and/or continuous column distillation followed by multi-year maturation in wooden casksBatch-to-batch sensory consistency managed through blending, cask selection, and quality release panels
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Grain sourcing (malted and/or unmalted cereals) -> milling and mashing -> fermentation -> distillation (pot and/or column) -> filling into wooden casks -> multi-year maturation -> vatting/blending and finishing -> dilution to bottling strength -> filtration (as specified) -> bottling and packaging -> export distribution (importer/distributor) -> retail/on-trade/travel retail
Demand Drivers
- Premium spirits demand and gifting occasions supporting aged and higher-margin expressions
- Cocktail culture and on-trade visibility (e.g., highball and whiskey-based cocktails) expanding trial and brand adoption
- Travel retail (duty-free) as a channel for brand discovery and premium limited releases
- Authenticity and provenance cues (GI, distillery heritage narratives, cask-finish storytelling) influencing consumer choice
Temperature
- No cold chain required for finished bottled product; protect from prolonged high heat and direct sunlight to preserve label integrity and minimize quality drift after opening
- Warehousing and logistics emphasize secure, dry storage and controlled handling to reduce breakage and pilferage risk
Shelf Life
- Unopened bottles are shelf-stable for extended periods; post-opening quality can gradually change with headspace oxidation and closure integrity
Risks
Maturation Inventory Constraint HighIrish whiskey supply cannot be rapidly increased in response to demand shocks because market-ready volume is constrained by multi-year maturation requirements and long production lead times. Sudden demand acceleration, cask-supply tightness, or forecasting errors can translate into shortages, forced product mix changes, or price volatility in export markets.Use multi-year demand planning, maintain safety stocks across age profiles, diversify cask sourcing and cooperage partners, and design portfolios that can flex between core expressions and limited releases without compromising GI compliance.
Regulatory And Excise MediumSpirits are highly exposed to excise changes, marketing restrictions, labeling rules, and potential trade policy shifts in major importing markets, which can rapidly alter landed cost and demand elasticity for Irish whiskey.Maintain compliance-ready labeling workflows, scenario-plan excise/tariff impacts by market, and diversify geographic revenue exposure across multiple regions and channels.
Counterfeit And GI Misuse MediumPremium brown spirits attract counterfeiting and misleading origin claims; GI misuse can erode brand equity and trigger enforcement actions that disrupt distribution in certain markets.Strengthen anti-counterfeit packaging features, implement robust traceability and distributor controls, and support GI enforcement and market surveillance in high-risk channels.
Input And Utilities Cost MediumDistillation depends on reliable energy and water; spikes in energy prices or constraints on utilities can materially affect production economics and capacity utilization, particularly for export-oriented distilleries with tight release schedules.Invest in energy efficiency and heat recovery, pursue renewable energy procurement where feasible, and implement water reduction and wastewater valorization programs.
Logistics And Packaging LowExport-heavy distribution increases exposure to freight disruption and glass packaging breakage; delays can affect promotional timing and channel inventory, especially for limited releases.Use resilient packaging specs and palletization standards, qualify multiple freight lanes and forwarders, and align launch calendars with realistic lead times.
Sustainability
- Energy intensity and carbon footprint of distillation and warehousing; decarbonizing process heat is a material ESG theme for spirits producers
- Water stewardship and wastewater management (spent wash/pot ale and cleaning effluents) as operational sustainability priorities
- Packaging footprint (glass weight and breakage) and transport emissions in export-heavy routes
- Agricultural input impacts from grain supply (fertilizer-related emissions and land-use considerations) and opportunities for regenerative sourcing programs
Labor & Social
- Public-health and responsible marketing expectations for alcoholic beverages, including tightening advertising and labeling rules in some markets
- Worker health and safety in distillation, warehousing, and cooperage-adjacent activities (flammable alcohol handling and confined-space risks)
- Traceability and due diligence expectations across grain, packaging, and third-party logistics providers
FAQ
What makes a whisky an "Irish whiskey" in global trade?Irish Whiskey/Irish Whisky is protected as a geographical indication (GI), meaning it must be produced within the defined GI territory on the island of Ireland and follow the GI’s technical specifications. In many markets, it must also meet the general legal definition of whisky/whiskey (including maturation in wooden casks and minimum bottling strength requirements).
Why can Irish whiskey supply feel "tight" even when distilleries are expanding?Irish whiskey is typically matured for years before it can be sold, so today’s production decisions affect market supply several years later. That long maturation cycle makes it hard to react quickly to sudden demand changes and can create shortages or shifts in what age profiles and expressions are available.
What are the main style categories used in the Irish whiskey market?Common global style categories include blended Irish whiskey, single pot still Irish whiskey, single malt Irish whiskey, and single grain Irish whiskey. These labels signal how the whiskey was made (including the mix of distillates and the type of stills used) and are widely used in brand portfolios and buyer specifications.
Sources
Irish Whisky Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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United Kingdom
United States
Ireland
Singapore
France
Netherlands
Germany
Poland
Canada
Latvia
Belgium
Costa Rica
All country market pages: United Kingdom, United States, Ireland, Singapore, France, Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Canada, Latvia, Belgium, Costa Rica, Sri Lanka, Sweden, China, Japan, United Arab Emirates, India, Spain, Thailand, Australia, Italy, South Korea, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Turkiye, Brazil, Lithuania, Uzbekistan, Denmark, Mexico, Romania, Austria, South Africa, Bulgaria, Finland, Czechia, Dominican Republic, Slovenia, Ukraine, Armenia, Estonia, Israel, Luxembourg, Greece, Malta, Colombia, Fiji, Jordan, Slovakia, Macao, New Zealand, Swaziland, Azerbaijan, Switzerland, Portugal, Chile, Serbia, Kazakhstan, Laos, Cyprus, Croatia, Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Nigeria, Andorra, Albania, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Ecuador, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gabon, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, Indonesia, Iceland, Jamaica, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Liberia, Lesotho, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nicaragua, Norway, Nepal, Oman, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Pakistan, Paraguay, Qatar, Senegal, El Salvador, Togo, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vietnam, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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