India has slashed tariffs on bourbon whisky to 100% from 150%, a move that will benefit imports of brands like Suntory's Jim Beam, after U.S. President Donald Trump's criticised "unfair" levies in the South Asian market.

In 2023-24, India imported bourbon whiskey worth USD 2.5 million. Washington and New Delhi have resolved to more than double the two-way trade to USD 500 billion by 2030, announcing plans for a bilateral trade agreement with a view to bring down duties and increase market access.

India slashed customs duty on bourbon whiskey, from 150% to 50%, effective February 13. This tariff cut is exclusive to bourbon whiskey, while other imported alcoholic beverages will remain subject to a 100% import duty.

America's popular bourbon whiskey, known for its hint of sweetness, has got a sweet deal in India. Customs duty on such whiskey makers has been slashed by as much as 66.6 per cent, effectively making it one-third the cost of what it is currently.

Additionally, a 50% agricultural cess under the Agricultural Infrastructure and Development Cess (AIDC) remains applicable, effectively doubling the overall taxation on these imports.

India has reduced tariffs on bourbon whisky from 150 per cent to 100 per cent, a move that comes amid US President Donald Trump’s criticism of “unfair” trade practices. The tariff cut, notified on 13 February,

In some good news for connoisseurs of bourbon whiskies, India has slashed tariffs on bourbon whisky amid intensifying criticism from Trump. The move will benefit brands like Suntory’s Jim Beam, following criticism from US President Donald Trump over what he called "unfair" trade levies in the country.

NEW DELHI – In a significant move to boost trade ties with the United States, India has slashed import duties on American bourbon whiskey from 150% to 50. The announcement came just ahead of a high-profile bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump, where trade and tariffs were key agenda items.

India has reduced the import duty on bourbon whiskey to 50%, down from the previous 150%, as part of efforts to foster trade talks with the US.

India has announced an import duty cut on US-made bourbon whiskey, slashing the taxes from 150% to 50% in a run up to PM Narendra Modi's talks with US President Donald Trump. Here is how much bourbon whiskey price will be after the duty cut.

The basic customs duty on bourbon whisky will be 50%, while an agricultural cess of 50% has also been imposed. Bourbon whisky accounts for as much as one-fourth or 25 per cent of all such liquor imports in India.