Other Spirituous Beverages (Tequila, Mezcal, Aquavit, Slivovitz, Bitters, RTD Cocktails, and More)

Mexico dominates US import supply under this residual spirits heading, driven overwhelmingly by tequila and mezcal — both of which have dedicated tariff lines (2208905000/2208905100/2208905500 for tequila; 2208907200 for mezcal) reflecting their protected geographical indication status. Beyond agave spirits, the heading encompasses aquavit (2208900100), slivovitz brandy, non-grape brandies, bitters (both beverage and non-beverage grades), ready-to-drink premixed cocktails (2208909010), and undenatured ethyl alcohol below 80% strength. South Korea, France, Italy, and China also rank among the top suppliers, reflecting the breadth of specialty spirits and RTD beverages captured here. All beverage alcohol products in this heading require TTB label approval and are subject to FDA entry review; bitters classified as not fit for beverage use (2208900500) follow a different regulatory pathway.