Alcohol Duty calculator

Enter the product volume, alcohol strength and duty rate to work out Alcohol Duty.

Before you start: Check the February 2026 rate for your product and strength. The starting rate of £22.58 is for standard beer in the 3.5%–8.4% band. Change it for other products or any draught or small-producer relief. The tool does not choose a category or add VAT or customs duty.

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Your calculation

Pure alcohol litres2.5000
Calculation overview
Pure alcohol litres2.5000
Alcohol Duty rounded down£56.45

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Results update as you type. Check the figures against your records and read the limits above. The calculator cannot tell you whether you qualify for a tax relief or complete a tax return for you.

Official guidance

Read the rules for this calculation. Source checked 23 October 2026. Amounts are in pounds. Rates are for 2026/27 unless the page gives a different date.