As Canadian authorities pull American-made products, including Manischewitz kosher wine, from shelves due to a trade war initiated by U.S. tariffs, many Canadian Jews face shortages for Passover. The 'Buy Canadian' movement flourishes, but alternatives for beloved products remain limited. The provincial liquor control policies exacerbate the situation, leading to panic among consumers, as witnessed by the rapid sale of remaining stock. Shop owners report high demand for the wine as its absence threatens traditional Passover celebrations.
People are freaking out," said Louise Waldman, a Winnipeg Jew who associates the particular taste of Manischewitz wine with a lifetime of Passover meals.
Many Canadian consumers are embracing a "Buy Canadian" movement and avoiding U.S.-made goods, but for some specialized products like sweet and fruity Manischewitz kosher wine, there is no true alternative.
The missing wine illustrates how Trump's instigation of a trade war with Canada and his bellicose talk is causing pain for Canadian consumers and U.S. beverage companies.
Canada's provincial governments control liquor sales and wholesaling, and since early March have all banned U.S. alcohol imports as well as most distribution and sales, including Manischewitz wine.
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