Originally Posted by
Lost
Does this apply to buying in 3rd party countries? I have a Canada trip coming up and want to pick up a bottle of rum, but haven't found any solid info on it. The CBP website hasn't been updated last I checked.
For anyone searching in the future CBP updated their website, and looks like the answer is yes
Originally Posted by CBP
OFAC is removing the monetary value limitations on what authorized travelers may import from Cuba into the United States as accompanied baggage. This includes the value limitation on alcohol and tobacco products. Persons subject to U.S. jurisdiction will be further authorized to import Cuban-origin merchandise acquired in third countries into the United States as accompanied baggage, again without value limitations. OFAC is also removing the prohibition on foreign travelers importing Cuban-origin alcohol and tobacco products into the United States as accompanied baggage. In all cases, the Cuban-origin goods must be imported for personal use, and normal limits on duty and tax exemptions will apply.
CBP Public Notice on Process for Imports from Cuba