We are visiting my husband's family in Trieste at the beginning of an extended tour through Europe. We would like to bring some examples of fine American iconic liquor e.g. Tennessee whiskey, Kentucky bourbon to thank them for their hospitality. What are the legal quantities for each person to bring into the country from the USA? I can't seem to find this answer anywhere. Are there any taxes or duties levied when bringing liquor out of the states or into Italy? We will be landing in Rome the 3rd week of April so I need to get busy! Thanks for any help from seasoned travelers.
Posted by
Pensacola
9110 posts
TSA has nothing to do with Italian customs regulations.
Posted by
Pensacola
9110 posts
For whiskey, one liter per person duty-free. No idea of duty on overage.
Posted by
OP
6 posts
Thanks to all that chimed in on my question! I now know not to pack it carry on, and how much I can take into Italy...perfect!!! I did check the posted link for EU regs and it appears that one bottle of bourbon and one of whiskey will find new homes in Italy. I think some nice Southern pecan pralines will sweeten the deal. Any other suggestions for iconic American treats that pack well?
Posted by
Northamptonshire, England
34620 posts
When choosing which to bring, you might be interested to know that Jack Daniels has a huge European advertising campaign and it is readily available on this side of the pond.
Posted by
roswell, ga, usa
1501 posts
If the husband's family has kids, Michael Jordan is still a super-star over there, and a Jersey or T-Shirt will be very welcome! When we went to Italy last time, they wanted American Candy: we brought bags of "Butterfingers" "Snickers" M&M's!
Couldn't believe it, because their chocolate is so good, but they liked these. We also had a former Swedish Exchange student ask specifically for M&M's.
How about a nice bottle of California wine just to show your patriotism.
Athletic hats for U.S. teams like NYYankees, etc., Boston Red Sox, or your home-town team.
Those sweet Pralines are an excellent idea, as would be some cheese straws (carefully wrapped)!
Posted by
OP
6 posts
Amazing that they would want our "chocolate", as it barely meets the legal minimums for being designated as chocolate!!! No young kids, that I have met, the uncle and aunt who have helped us so much are very worldly people in their early 70's. Any suggestions on the best brand of cheese straws Donna? I was thinking about a nice cabernet or pinot from Napa Valley also. The limits on bringing wine are easy to find. I'm still open to more suggestions for iconic American treats to share with our Italian family???
Posted by
Portland
3649 posts
The kids might also enjoy Jelly-Bellys.
Posted by
Carmel, CA, USA
2456 posts
Pure Vermont Maple Syrup, Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich, New York Pizza, box of Depends, a couple gallons of US bargain-priced petrol