Hic hic hurray

Here's the fine print that will cheer up those who think Indian beers are too heavy on the stomach, or that legal Chivas Regal is too heavy on pocket. The reduction in import duty on foreign liquor from 230 per cent to 160 per cent will result in a 15-20 per cent cut in retail prices of most foreign alcohol brands. But despite this, buying booze from your friendly neighbourhood bootlegger will still be cheaper.