It is increasingly common for beer companies to engage a contract brewer for brewing, bottling, and labeling a beer product. While beneficial, several critical considerations arise when starting a contract…
If you are applying for for a federal basic distilled spirits plant, bonded winery, or brewer’s notice, the question of whether you need a bond on file with the Alcohol…
Navigating amendments to the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB“) federal basic permit can be daunting. Questions like altering bonds, relocating a distillery, or changing LLC members are…
Demystifying Federal TTB Formula Approvals: A Crucial Guide for Your Alcohol Beverage When it comes to crafting and introducing a new alcohol beverage to the market, navigating the intricate regulations…
What is a Formula Approval? Certain wines, beers, and spirits must secure a formula approval or a pre-import formula approval from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB“)…
Securing a Certificate of Label Approval (COLA) from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB“) can often be a time-consuming process, posing challenges for companies eager to import…
We often receive inquiries about whether the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) has control over alcohol beverage products. This is a pertinent question, and the answer is not always straightforward.…
Congratulations on embarking on the exciting journey of starting your brewery! Crafting your own unique brews is a dream for many, but the intricacies of launching a brewery can be…
The rapidly evolving digital landscape has transformed the way consumers shop, and the alcohol beverage industry is no exception. With the rise of e-commerce, purchasing wine, beer, and spirits online…
The production, shipment, and sale of alcohol beverages are heavily regulated by both federal and state authorities. To operate legally, companies engaged in wine, beer, or spirits production must secure…
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News on TTB, FDA, and state rules that affect wine, beer, spirits, and food businesses, from Lindsey Zahn P.C.