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What changes are happening and what are the implications?

Starting on February 1st 2024, a “Deposit Return Scheme” (DRS) will be introduced in the Republic of Ireland. Northern Ireland customers are excluded from this programme. When buying in-scope beverages contained in a plastic bottle, aluminium or steel can, it will now feature the Re-turn logo. Glass, Tetra and HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) packaging are excluded from this programme.   

A deposit of 15c or 25c will be added to each unit of sale, in addition to the standard price of the product. The DRS deposit amount is dependent on the millilitres of the product. Individual plastic bottles, aluminium or steel cans between 150ml – 500ml have a DRS deposit of 15c and Individual plastic bottles, aluminium or steel cans between 500ml – 3L have a DRS deposit of 25c. To find out more about your role in the Deposit Return Scheme and how you should handle this deposit, please visit www.re-turn.ie.

What are the Key Dates?

Starting on February 1st 2024, a “Deposit Return Scheme” (DRS) will be introduced in the Republic of Ireland. Northern Ireland customers are excluded from this programme. When buying in-scope beverages contained in a plastic bottle, aluminium or steel can, it will now feature the Re-turn logo. Glass, Tetra and HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) packaging are excluded from this programme.  

A deposit of 15c or 25c will be added to each unit of sale, in addition to the standard price of the product. The DRS deposit amount is dependent on the millilitres of the product. Individual plastic bottles, aluminium or steel cans between 150ml – 500ml have a DRS deposit of 15c and Individual plastic bottles, aluminium or steel cans between 500ml – 3L have a DRS deposit of 25c. To find out more about your role in the Deposit Return Scheme and how you should handle this deposit, visit www.re-turn.ie.

How will this impact my Classic Drinks Order?

DRS products will now carry the DRS logo to identify products that are compliant. We will identify these products on the Classic Drinks online ordering platform and via our Contact Centre.  

DRS products will be clearly identified with the associated DRS Deposit value highlighted during the checkout stage on the Classic Drinks online ordering platform and via the Classic Drinks Contact Centre agent.

To find out more about your role in the Deposit Return Scheme please visit www.re-turn.ie.

What will I see on my Classic Drinks Invoice?

 

The DRS deposit will be highlighted on the customer invoice as outlined in the example below.  

  1. Product descriptions will be updated to identify a DRS product and the associated DRS deposit amount.  
  2. A table will identify the number of units per case with a 15c DRS deposit amount and a 25c DRS deposit amount. The Total Re-Turn Deposit amount will also be identified. 
  3. The Taxable Goods value is the invoice amount less the DRS deposit amount. VAT is applied to the Taxable Goods value.  
  4. The Goods Total is the Taxable Goods amount plus the Total Re-Turn Deposit amount. 
  5. The Amount Payable is the Goods Total amount plus the VAT amount.

When will codes swap over from existing codes to new codes?

From February 1st 2024 we will commence the activation of DRS compliant products. To facilitate this process, we are required to create new product codes. New product codes will be clearly identifiable on the Classic Drinks online ordering platform carrying the DRS logo. There will be no product code changes for Northern Ireland customers. Please contact your Business Development Manager if you have any queries during this process. 

To find out more about your role in the Deposit Return Scheme please visit www.re-turn.ie.

General FAQ's

I have an ROI and NI trading account how will I be affected?

The Deposit Return Scheme is only applicable to the Republic of Ireland. The changes will only impact products that are sold to customers in the Republic of Ireland. There will be no change to Northern Ireland accounts.

 

How will I identify DRS products on the Classic Drinks online ordering platform?

As DRS products become available on the Classic Drinks online ordering platform the Re-Turn logo will be visible on the product page and in the product description.  

 

Where do I find out more about the Re-Turn programme and my responsibilities?

To find out more about your role in the Deposit Return Scheme please visit www.re-turn.ie. 

 

I place my orders through email/contact centre how will I know what is the DRS deposit charge?

Customers placing orders through the contact centre can request the relevant information from their Contact Centre agent at the final checkout stage. 

 

Will my Classic Drinks driver take back DRS products?

No. To find out more about your role in the Deposit Return Scheme please visit www.re-turn.ie. 

 

I am a Procure Wizard customer, what are the changes?

We are engaging with 3rd party procurement platforms to ensure that orders are processed in the normal manner. Please contact your 3rd party platform with any specific queries in relation to DRS.

 

I use an EDI platform, what are the changes?

We are engaging with 3rd party procurement platforms to ensure that orders are processed in the normal manner. Please contact your 3rd party EDI partners with any specific queries in relation to DRS. 

 

Can I return unsold non-DRS products to Classic Drinks? 

Normal terms and conditions regarding any returns will apply. To find out more about your role in the Deposit Return Scheme please visit www.re-turn.ie. 

 

When will all impacted products change to DRS only? 

Most Classic Drinks DRS lines will be changed over from 15th March 2024. Depending on stock availability some products may change sooner. Please contact your Business Development Manager if you have any stock queries during this time.   

 

Will Classic Drinks take back cans/bottles after delivering? 

No, Classic Drinks will not be providing a can/bottle return service after delivery as we are not a return point operator.  You can return your containers at any retail outlet. To find out more about your role in the Deposit Return Scheme please visit www.re-turn.ie. 

 

I’m unsure about the new DRS scheme, where can I find out more information? 

To find out more about your role in the Deposit Return Scheme please visit www.re-turn.ie. 

 

I’m based in Northern Ireland, what changes will I see? 

This initiative is in the Republic of Ireland only and does not affect Northern Ireland. 

Old and New Codes for ROI

Note: Some lines will be switched immediately on 1st Feb, others will have old stock after this date.
Item Code Product Description Case Size New Item Code New Product Description DRS Deposit per case
495754 Cidona Can 24x440 ML 24x440 ML 499476 DRS 15c Cidona Can 24x440 ML € 3.60
499232 Bacardi Mango Mojito Can 12x250 ML 12x250 ML 499492 DRS 15c Bacardi Mango Mojito Can 12x250 ML € 1.80
495879 Bacardi Rum and Cola Can 12x250 ML 12x250 ML 499493 DRS 15c Bacardi Rum and Cola Can 12x250 ML € 1.80
495744 Bulmers Original Can 24x568 ML 24x568 ML 499495 DRS 25c Bulmers Original Can 24x568 ML € 3.60
495500 Club Soda Water 12x850 ML 12x850 ML 499460 DRS 25c Club Soda Water 12x850 ML € 1.80
495415 TK Red Lemonade 1x1.125 LT 12x1.125 LT 499465 DRS 25c TK Red Lemonade 1x1.125 LT € 1.80
495416 TK White Lemonade 12x1.125 LT 12x1.125 LT 499474 DRS 25c TK White Lemonade 12x1.125 LT € 1.80
495421 Mi Wadi Orange Cordial 12x1 LT 12x1 LT 499482 DRS 25c Mi Wadi Orange Cordial 12x1 LT € 1.80
495417 Mi Wadi Blackcurrant Cordial 12x1 LT 12x1 LT 499485 DRS 25c Mi Wadi Blackcurrant Cordial 12x1 LT € 1.80
495419 Mi Wadi Lime Cordial 12x1 LT 12x1 LT 499490 DRS 25c Mi Wadi Lime Cordial 12x1 LT € 1.80
495153 Finches Orange Cordial 1 LT 12x1 LT 499475 DRS 25c Finches Orange Cordial 1 LT € 1.80
BU405 Budweiser 500ml Can 4 Pack 4.3% 24x500 ML 499494 DRS 15c Budweiser 500ml Can 4 Pack 4.3% € 3.60
495154 Finches Blackcurrant Cordial 1x1 LT 12x1 LT 499500 DRS 25c Finches Blackcurrant Cordial 1x1 LT € 1.80
CO416 Coors Light 4.3% 500ml Can 24x500 ML 499498 DRS 15c Coors Light 4.3% 500ml Can € 3.60
CA412 Carlsberg 500ml Pet Concert 24x500 ML 499533 DRS 15c Carlsberg 500ml Pet Concert € 3.60
499327 Rockshore Irish Lager 8x500 ML 8x500 ML 499487 DRS 15c Rockshore Irish Lager 8x500 ML € 1.20
495678 Carlsberg 0.0% Can 24x330 ML 24x330 ML 499478 DRS 15c Carlsberg 0.0% Can 24x330 ML € 3.60
495956 Guinness 0.0% 24x500 ML 24x500 ML 499481 DRS 15c Guinness 0.0% 24x500 ML € 3.60
499330 Smirnoff Vodka & Cranberry Juice RTD Can 12x250 ML 12x250 ML 499489 DRS 15c Smirnoff Vodka & Cranberry Juice RTD Can 12x250 ML € 1.80
495535 Guinness Draught Nitrosurge Can 24x558 ML 24x558 ML 499472 DRS 25c Guinness Draught Nitrosurge Can 24x558 ML € 3.60
RO405 Rockshore Cider 500ml Can 8 Pack 24x500 ML 499479 DRS 15c Rockshore Cider 500ml Can 8 Pack € 3.60
495499 Guinness Microdraught 24x558 ML 24x558 ML 499483 DRS 25c Guinness Microdraught 24x558 ML € 3.60
495476 Guinness 0.0% Micro Draught 24x558 ML 24x558 ML 499486 DRS 25c Guinness 0.0% Micro Draught 24x558 ML € 3.60
SM319 Smirnoff & Cola 250ml Can Concert 12x250 ML 499461 DRS 15c Smirnoff & Cola 250ml Can Concert € 1.80
GU419 Guinness Draught 500ml Can 3x8 Pack 24x500 ML 499466 DRS 15c Guinness Draught 500ml Can 3x8 Pack € 3.60
GO305 Gordons & Tonic 250ml Can Concert 12x250 ML 499484 DRS 15c Gordons & Tonic 250ml Can Concert € 1.80
GU404 Guinness Xtra Stout Can 500ml Can 24x500 ML 499491 DRS 15c Guinness Xtra Stout Can 500ml Can € 3.60
GO314 Gordons Pink & Tonic 250ml Can Concert 12x250 ML 499497 DRS 15c Gordons Pink & Tonic 250ml Can Concert € 1.80
CA307 Captain Morgan & Cola 250ml Can 12x250 ML 499511 DRS 15c Captain Morgan & Cola 250ml Can € 1.80
499259 Coca Cola Zero 8x2 LT 8x2 LT 499471 DRS 25c Coca Cola Zero 8x2 LT € 1.20
495931 Riverrock Still Water Plastic Bottle 24x500 ML 24x500 ML 499473 DRS 15c Riverrock Still Water Plastic Bottle 24x500 ML € 3.60
499274 Sprite Zero Sugar 8x2 LT 8x2 LT 499503 DRS 25c Sprite Zero Sugar 8x2 LT € 1.20
499207 Jack Daniels & Coca Cola 12x330 ML 12x330 ML 499477 DRS 15c Jack Daniels & Coca Cola 12x330 ML € 1.80
499107 Well. Can'd Water Still 20x330 ML 20x330 ML 499508 DRS 15c Well. Can'd Water Still 20x330 ML € 3.00
499328 Schweppes Lime & Mango IEND RTD Can 24x330 ML 24x330 ML 499467 DRS 15c Schweppes Lime & Mango IEND RTD Can 24x330 ML € 3.60
499329 Schweppes Pink Grapefruit & Blood Orange IEND RTD Can 24x330 ML 499468 DRS 15c Schweppes Pink Grapefruit & Blood Orange IEND RTD Can 24x330 ML € 3.60
499307 Red Bull Tropical Edition Can 12x250 ML 12x250 ML 499510 DRS 15c Red Bull Tropical Edition Can 12x250 ML € 1.80
495451 Monster Energy Ultra Zero 24x250 ML 24x250 ML 499463 DRS 15c Monster Energy Ultra Zero 24x250 ML € 3.60
495456 Monster Energy Mango Loco 24x250 ML 24x250 ML 499464 DRS 15c Monster Energy Mango Loco 24x250 ML € 3.60
495455 Monster Energy Original 24x250 ML 24x250 ML 499496 DRS 15c Monster Energy Original 24x250 ML € 3.60
495675 Schweppes Soda Water 12x1 LT 12x1 LT 499501 DRS 25c Schweppes Soda Water 12x1 LT € 1.80
495676 Schweppes Tonic Water 12x1 LT 12x1 LT 499502 DRS 25c Schweppes Tonic Water 12x1 LT € 1.80
RE502 Red Bull 250ml Can 24x250 ML 499480 DRS 15c Red Bull 250ml Can € 3.60
RE503 Red Bull Sugar Free 250ml Can 24x250 ML 499509 DRS 15c Red Bull Sugar Free 250ml Can € 3.60
499210 Fat Frog Original 12x250 ML 12x250 ML 499506 DRS 15c Fat Frog Original 12x250 ML € 1.80
499209 Fat Frog Pink 12x250 ML 12x250 ML 499507 DRS 15c Fat Frog Pink 12x250 ML € 1.80
499179 Little & Green Shady Bramble 24x 250 ML 24x250 ML 499504 DRS 15c Little & Green Shady Bramble 24x 250 ML € 3.60
499180 Little & Green Sneaky Orchard 24x250 ML 24x250 ML 499505 DRS 15c Little & Green Sneaky Orchard 24x250 ML € 3.60
PE907 Panna Still Plastic 500ml San02013 24x500 ML 499512 DRS 15c Panna Still Plastic 500ml San02013 € 3.60
PE906 Pellegrino Sparkling Plastic 500ml San01002 24x500 ML 499513 DRS 15c Pellegrino Sparkling Plastic 500ml San01002 € 3.60
495859 Absolut Raspberry Lemonade 12x250 ML 12x250 ML 499499 DRS 15c Absolut Raspberry Lemonade 12x250 ML € 1.80
499196 Roc Helles Lager 24x440 ML 24x330 ML 499516 DRS 15c Roc Helles Lager 24x440 ML € 3.60
495659 The White Hag Alantean NEIPA 24x440 ML 24x440 ML 499518 DRS 15c The White Hag Alantean NEIPA 24x440 ML € 3.60
495672 The White Hag Puca Berry 24x330 ML 24x330 ML 499520 DRS 15c The White Hag Puca Berry 24x330 ML € 3.60
495660 The White Hag Black Boar 24x330 ML 24x330 ML 499521 DRS 15c The White Hag Black Boar 24x330 ML € 3.60
495671 The White Hag Phantom Hazy 24x330 ML 24x330 ML 499523 DRS 15c The White Hag Phantom Hazy 24x330 ML € 3.60
499315 67 Spritz Original Wine Spritzer 12x250 ML 12x250 ML 499514 DRS 15c 67 Spritz Original Wine Spritzer 12x250 ML € 1.80
499316 67 Spritz Pink Wine Spritzer 12x250 ML 12x250 ML 499515 DRS 15c 67 Spritz Pink Wine Spritzer 12x250 ML € 1.80
IS500 Ishka Still Water 500ml Flat Cap 24x500 ML 499488 DRS 15c Ishka Still Water 500ml Flat Cap € 3.60
JA363 Jameson Ginger & Lime 250ml Can 12x250 ML 499462 DRS 15c Jameson Ginger & Lime 250ml Can € 1.80
WE401 West Coast Cooler 250ml 24x250 ML 499469 DRS 15c West Coast Cooler 250ml € 3.60
WE403 West Coast Cooler Rose 250ml 24x250 ML 499470 DRS 15c West Coast Cooler Rose 250ml € 3.60
495656 The White Hag Festa Nuda 24x330 ML 24x330 ML 499517 DRS 15c The White Hag Festa Nuda 24x330 ML € 3.60
495661 The White Hag Bran and Sceolan 24x440 ML 24x440 ML 499519 DRS 15c The White Hag Bran and Sceolan 24x440 ML € 3.60
495657 The White Hag Fionn DIPA 24x440 ML 24x440 ML 499522 DRS 15c The White Hag Fionn DIPA 24x440 ML € 3.60
Note: Ample stocks in non DRS lines, expecting change to happen mid-Summer
Item Code Product Description Case Size New Item Code New Product Description DRS Deposit per case
499149 Brillo Del Dia Cabernet Sauvignon Blush Rose 48x187 ML 48x187 ML 499524 DRS 15c Brillo Del Dia Cabernet Sauvignon Blush Rose 48x187 ML € 7.20
495760 Inspiral Pinot Grigio PET 12x187 ML 12x187 ML 499528 DRS 15c Inspiral Pinot Grigio PET 12x187 ML € 1.80
KL201 Inspiral Rose 187ml Pet 12x187 ML 499529 DRS 15c Inspiral Rose 187ml Pet € 1.80
KL100 Inspiral Sauv Blanc 187ml PET 12x187 ML 499530 DRS 15c Inspiral Sauv Blanc 187ml PET € 1.80
KL200 Inspiral Shiraz 187ml Pet 12x187 ML 499531 DRS 15c Inspiral Shiraz 187ml Pet € 1.80
BR201 Brillo Del Dia Rose 187ml Pet 48x187 ML 499525 DRS 15c Brillo Del Dia Rose 187ml Pet € 7.20
BR110 Brillo Del Dia Sauvignon Blanc 187ml Pet 48x187 ML 499526 DRS 15c Brillo Del Dia Sauvignon Blanc 187ml Pet € 7.20
BR200 Brillo Del Dia Tempranillo 187ml Pet 48x187 ML 499527 DRS 15c Brillo Del Dia Tempranillo 187ml Pet € 7.20
BR100 Playlist Brut Frizzante 200ml Pet 48x200 ML 499532 DRS 15c Playlist Brut Frizzante 200ml Pet € 7.20
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