In the end, that's a bummer. Whiskey and sweet tea -- or my poolside, big cup go-to of iced tea and Southern Comfort -- is an awesome mixed drink. But Jack Daniel's didn't make that; it opted for ...

In early March 2025, claims circulated online that the popular whiskey brand Jack Daniel's laid off employees because of U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of 25% tariffs on trade with Canada.