UK whisky makers voice their opposition against Brexit
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FEW things flow through the historical veins of Europe's common market as readily as alcohol, especially when it comes to Britain.
After the family cognac business took him from the vineyards of southwest France to the bustle of London, future diplomat Jean Monnet developed his vision for free trade and became a chief architect of European integration. Now, it's whisky producers who are concerned his work will be undone if the UK votes to leave the European Union.
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