The South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT) has submitted its official comments on the Taxation of Alcoholic Beverages Discussion Paper released by the National Treasury on 13 November 2024.This submission was compiled by the SAIT Customs and Excise Technical Workgroup and aims to provide insightful, practical feedback on the proposed reforms outlined in the Discussion Paper. Our response reflects the views of industry professionals and stakeholders committed to fostering a fair, transparent, and economically sound tax framework for the alcoholic beverage sector.We appreciate the opportunity to engage with the National Treasury on this important matter and trust our comments will be of value in shaping the way forward.