CroatiaThe Croatian customs authority, Carina, has announced a public auction for 4000 liters of domestic rakija, offering it at a price of just 1.20 euros per liter. The sale follows intensified customs operations where large quantities of illegal rakija and distillation equipment have been seized throughout the year. Potential buyers must submit written bids by September 7th and agree to re-distill the purchased alcohol under strict supervision. The plastic packaging is not included in the sale, requiring buyers to provide their own containers immediately upon purchase. The sale is tax-exempt, and participants must pay a 10% deposit and submit all necessary documentation to Carina. Similar seizures have occurred across Croatia, including a case in Đakovo where 2300 liters of unmarked rakija were confiscated, resulting in significant fines and the permanent removal of the producer from the registry of authorized small producers.
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