Monday Map: State Spirits Excise Tax Rates March 26, 2012 Nick Kasprak Nick Kasprak Today’s Monday Map shows state spirits excise tax rates. Local excise taxes are excluded. “Control” states are states where the government controls sales – in these states, products are subject to ad valorem mark-up and excise taxes. The excise tax rate is calculated using a methodology developed by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States. Click on the map to enlarge it. View previous Monday Maps here. Stay informed on the tax policies impacting you. Subscribe to get insights from our trusted experts delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe Share Tweet Share Email Topics Center for State Tax Policy Data Excise Taxes