asked the Minister for Finance if he will state the number of (a) proof gallons of spirits; (b) standard barrels of beer; (c) gallons of cider, and (d) gallons of wine retained for home consumption in the calendar year 1951.
Written Answer. - Consumption of Alcoholic Liquor.
The following are the particulars asked for by the Deputy in regard to the quantities of spirits, beer, cider and wine retained for home consumption in the calendar year 1951:—
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QUANTITY |
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(a) |
Spirits |
1,003,127 |
proof gallons. |
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(b) |
Beer |
946,745 |
standard barrels. |
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(c) |
Cider |
504,971 |
gallons. |
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(d) |
Wine |
534,404 |
gallons. |