Alcohol Taxation in the European Union

Alcohol taxation in the European Union involves each member country levying taxes on alcoholic beverages to generate revenue and reduce consumption for health and social reasons. While the EU sets guidelines to ensure harmonization, countries have flexibility in setting rates and rules, considering factors like alcohol strength and packaging. These taxes can influence prices and consumption patterns across member states, but overall, the goal is to balance public health priorities with free trade and fair competition within the single market.