Irish whiskey and cream will be given special status in China due to an agreement between China and the European Union from 2021. Read MoreThe Agreement will also see 100 Chinese GIs protected on the European market, including Wuyuan Green Tea and Panjin Rice. It will come into force at the start of 2021 and the Irish government views the Chinese market as a “high-growth potential market” for European food and drinks. The protection afforded to Irish Whiskey and Irish Cream will be invaluable in accelerating exports to China. Good news for whiskey and cream liquor lovers.

Source: Irish Independent November 23, 2020 17:26 UTC