Tag excise duty on alcoholic beverages

Excise duty on alcoholic beverages is a type of tax imposed by governments on the production, sale, and distribution of alcohol. The rate of excise duty varies depending on the type and strength of the beverage, as well as the country or region where it is sold.

Here are some examples of excise duties on alcoholic beverages in different countries:

United States:

• Beer: 0.6 cents per gallon (approximately $0.08 per 12-ounce can or bottle)
• Wine: 0.21 cents per liter (approximately $0.21 per 750-milliliter bottle)
• Spirits: 13.35 cents per proof gallon (approximately $0.17 per 1.75-liter bottle of 80-proof whiskey)

Canada:

• Beer: 0.06 cents per liter (approximately $0.06 per 12-ounce can or bottle)
• Wine: 0.10 cents per liter (approximately $0.10 per 750-milliliter bottle)
• Spirits: 0.25 cents per proof liter (approximately $0.25 per 1.75-liter bottle of 80-proof whiskey)

European Union:

• Beer: 0.02-0.10 euros per liter (approximately $0.02-0.10 per 12-ounce can or bottle)
• Wine: 0.05-0.20 euros per liter (approximately $0.05-0.20 per 750-milliliter bottle)
• Spirits: 0.10-0.50 euros per liter (approximately $0.10-0.50 per 1.75-liter bottle of 80-proof whiskey)

Australia:

• Beer: 0.05 AUD per liter (approximately $0.04 per 12-ounce can or bottle)
• Wine: 0.10 AUD per liter (approximately $0.10 per 750-milliliter bottle)
• Spirits: 0.20 AUD per liter (approximately $0.20 per 1.75-liter bottle of 80-proof whiskey)

India:

• Beer: 100-200 Indian rupees per liter (approximately $1.40-$2.80 per 12-ounce can or bottle)
• Wine: 200-500 Indian rupees per liter (approximately $2.80-$7.00 per 750-milliliter bottle)
• Spirits: 500-1,000 Indian rupees per liter (approximately $7.00-$14.00 per 1.75-liter bottle of 80-proof whiskey)

These are just a few examples of excise duties on alcoholic beverages in different countries. The rates and structures of excise duties can vary significantly depending on the country, state, or region.