Impact assessment

Irish whiskey, Irish cream and Irish poteen verification

Examining the imapct of verification schemes for Irish whiskey, Irish cream and Irish poteen produced in Northern Ireland.

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Impact assessment - Irish whiskey, Irish cream and Irish poteen verification

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The verification schemes will provide protection and support for Irish whiskey, Irish cream and Irish poteen in domestic and overseas markets. The schemes will guard against counterfeit brands and give confidence to consumers and overseas tax authorities that Irish whiskey, Irish cream and Irish poteen produced in Northern Ireland is authentic.

Published 1 October 2015