Drambuie Whisky Liqueur from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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