Schwartz’s Deli Switches to Local Soda After U.S. Tariffs
Schwartz’s Deli in Montreal has replaced its imported black cherry soda with a locally made version after U.S. tariffs raised the cost of the imported drink.
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Schwartz’s Deli in Montreal has replaced its imported black cherry soda with a locally made version after U.S. tariffs raised the cost of the imported drink.
Schwartz’s Deli in Montreal replaced its imported black‑cherry soda with a locally produced drink after U.S. tariffs raised the soda’s cost. The deli says the change will keep prices stable for customers while the rest of the menu remains unchanged.
Schwartz’s Deli in Montreal has replaced its imported black cherry soda with a locally produced version due to higher costs caused by recent U.S. beverage tariffs, mirroring a wider shift among Canadian retailers toward domestic sourcing.
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