Crouching tiger or hidden dragon: Chinese Tariffs on Scotch Whisky
Commercial Spirits Intelligence No. 134
In this article we wanted to shine a sensible light onto the recent headlines regarding the import tariff reduction on Scotch whisky entering China following the UK diplomatic visit to the country in late January 2026. Soundbite headlines followed regarding this tariff reduction, and we wanted to take a close look at Scotch exports into this important market.



