Drambuie Whisky Liqueur from Canada
Drambuie is a Scotch whisky liqueur honey-sweetened with herbs and spices at 40% ABV in 750ml bottles. It fits HTS 2208.70.0030 for liqueurs and cordials in containers ≤4L, as the whisky base is sweetened to liqueur status.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Require Certificate of Age and Origin for Scotch components per TTB; missing docs delay release
• Honey content needs pollen origin declaration under customs rulings
• Differentiate from straight whisky—liqueur status hinges on added sugar proof