The India–UK Free Trade Agreement, effective 15 July, promises a gradual 5–10% price drop for imported Scotch whisky and gin, benefiting Indian consumers significantly.
Initially, the import duty would be halved from the current 150% to 75%
Jul 07, 2026
01:09 pm
What's the storyThe India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will come into effect on July 15, and one of its major impacts will be on the price of imported Scotch whisky and gin in India.
The FTA proposes a phased reduction in import duties on these beverages.
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