U.S. Alcohol Group Targets Markup on Local Spirits in N.S.

The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States is urging the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation (NSLC) to eliminate its policy that imposes significantly higher markups on imported spirits compared to local products, which range from 50 to 80 percent for Nova Scotian spirits versus 160 percent for imports. This request is part of a broader report detailing trade barriers faced by U.S. spirits producers, which also highlights bans on selling American alcohol in most Canadian provinces. The council claims these markups violate trade agreements and seek U.S. government intervention to address the issue. The Craft Distillers Association of Nova Scotia defends the current system, citing its support for local jobs and production while advocating for a balanced trade relationship with the U.S.

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