Whether you’re a start-up wine brand without your own facility or an established producer looking to scale, partnering with a co-packer or custom crush producer can be a smart way to bring your product to market. But without a well-drafted contract, you may be leaving your business exposed to costly disputes, compliance headaches, and even […]
Launching or expanding a wine brand doesn’t always mean building your own winery or investing in expensive winemaking equipment. For many brand owners, wine contract production—often referred to as a custom crush arrangement—offers a practical, cost‑effective solution to bring wines to market. What Is a Custom Crush Arrangement? A custom crush arrangement allows a wine
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The craft beer industry continues to grow, and many brand owners rely on beer co‑packers or contract producers to bring their products to market. Whether you are an emerging beer brand without a production facility or an established brewery seeking to expand capacity, contract production can be a cost‑effective way to scale your business. But
If you’re planning to start a winery, brewery, or distillery—or launch a new product under an existing license—one of the first questions is: How long will it take to get a TTB permit? Understanding the timeline can help you plan your launch, budget your time, and avoid costly delays. The Type of Permit Application Matters
The craft beer industry has experienced explosive growth in recent years, with innovative brands and new beer styles capturing the attention of consumers. But launching or scaling a beer brand doesn’t always require building a brewery from scratch. Many breweries and brand owners turn to beer co‑packing or contract brewing production to bring their beers
For anyone entering the alcohol industry—whether opening a winery, brewery, or distilled spirits plant—obtaining the appropriate federal permits from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”) is required. One of the most common questions we hear as TTB permit attorneys is: “How much does it cost to file a TTB permit?” Federal TTB
If you are planning to launch a brewery in the United States, one of your first and most critical steps is obtaining approval from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”). This approval is officially called a TTB Brewer’s Notice, and it is legally required for anyone producing beer for commercial sale. Whether
New York State has long supported craft beverage producers, from wineries and breweries to cideries and distilleries. Among its fastest‑growing craft sectors is the production of mead and braggot, two beverages with deep historical roots and increasing popularity among today’s consumers. But what exactly does it mean when a product is labeled “New York State
Starting a winery in the United States is more than crafting exceptional wines—it requires compliance with federal regulations before you can produce or sell a single bottle. One of the most critical steps for any aspiring winery is obtaining a TTB Federal Basic Winery Permit. What Is a Federal Basic Winery Permit? A Federal Basic
If you’re in the alcohol industry, you’ve probably heard the terms TTB Formula Approval and Certificate of Label Approval (“COLA”). Both are essential compliance steps for many products, but they serve very different purposes. Understanding the distinction—and knowing when you need one, the other, or both—can save you time, money, and headaches when launching a
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