Also: spirits
Summary: Under UK labelling guidance, a spirit drink is made from agricultural ingredients and has at least 15% ABV, except egg liqueur, which may be at least 14% ABV.
Reference: Labelling spirit drinks (opens in a new tab)
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Reference checked 21 July 2026
Where to look: Introductory bullet list before Display the name of the spirit
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