Beer or Liquor? Rules Change for Malt Liquor Drinks

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    Mike Best
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    A decision from the U-S Treasury could change how much you pay, or what you taste, when you buy a malt liquor drink–including things like Smirnoff "Ice," Bacardi "Silver" and Skyy "Blue."<br />
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    The Treasury Department is changing the rules for how those drinks are taxed. Right now, they’re taxed like beer, which is a relatively low rate.<br />
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    But the Treasury Department says in many malt liquor drinks, the majority of the alcohol comes from distilled spirits, not from brewing.<br />
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    Read the full story at <a href="http://www.wbay.com/Global/story.asp?S=2741559"><strong>WBAY TV</strong></a>

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