Blending

Defined in Annex I, Regulation (EC) No 110/2008

Definitions over time (1)

1. 20/01/2009 – today applies on 12/11/2026 Annex I, Regulation (EC) No 110/2008 Scope: Whole act

   Blending means combining two or more spirit drinks of the same category, distinguished only by minor differences in composition due to one or more of the following factors: (a) the method of preparation; (b) the stills employed; (c) the period of maturation or ageing; (d) the geographical area of production. The spirit drink so produced shall be of the same category of spirit drink as the original spirit drinks before blending. (8) Maturation or ageing

Used in (5 places in 2 provisions on 12/11/2026)

Regulation (EC) No 110/2008 (5 in 2)

Article 12² · Annex I³