Summary: A widget is a device inserted into a can or bottle to recreate the effect of a draught product when its contents are poured.
Reference: Alcoholic products technical guide (opens in a new tab)
HM Revenue and Customs · Reference checked 21 July 2026
Where to look: Section 30, Widget
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