Crime & Law · India
Old Monk label dispute: FSSAI tells court it cannot be sold as 'rum'
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) informed the Bombay High Court that the popular Old Monk beverage cannot legally be sold as 'rum'. The FSSAI's submission came as the brand owner revised its product label, dropping the '7 years blend' claim. The court is hearing a case related to the product's classification and labeling.
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- Centre (2 votes, 3 outlets): Deccan Herald, Jansatta · The Indian Express (Indian Express Group — 1 vote)
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