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[*] posted on 4-28-2011 at 02:21 PM
Booze prices and IEPS


After shopping at Mega, I noticed that my usual grocery estimate was off by over 100 pesos. Looking at the receipt showed me that a bottle of Presidente brandy was taxed at 53%.

Beer and wine are taxed at 25%. Ouch!

The taxes seem to be levied on the wholesale price or something, because the math still didn't add up.

Just a heads-up for the price-conscious
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[*] posted on 4-28-2011 at 04:27 PM


I'd hazard a guess that these taxes may be part of the war on borrachos.

Mexico has long grappled with a problem of drunkeness. As part of their pro-active campaign, several years ago, they undertook a program to lower the alcohol content in alcoholic beverages.

I'm sure many folks recall when many Mexican beers contained anywhere from 6-7% alcohol. Today, it's under 5%. Similarly, domestically produced liquor, including tequila usually runs in the 35-37%, as opposed to the 40% standard.

So, if you go into your Mega and buy a bottle of Hornitos, it will probably contain 35% alcohol. That same brand, for export, will have 40% NOB.

Just my opinion on it.
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[*] posted on 4-28-2011 at 04:33 PM


Most shelf prices include taxes. Following the lead from US merchandisers, stores in Mexico are now going to the bare-bones price on the shelf and adding taxes.

53% and 25% bother me. That seems excessive. Do your local homework.

On the other hand, you could consider quitting drinking :lol::lol::lol:

OK...forget that one.
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