It may have been a long time in coming but finally, in early May, excise taxes for spirits in Turkey were harmonised. The same duty rate now applies to the Turkish national spirit raki as to Scotch Whisky.
SWA welcomes excise duty freeze on spirits in today’s Budget, which helps support the competitiveness of Scotch, but more support needed.
Distilleries achieved a record number of visits last year and more sites than ever are opening their doors to showcase this iconic industry.