Starting a distillery is an exciting milestone, but before you can legally produce, bottle, process, warehouse, or otherwise handle distilled spirits in the United States, you will generally need to…
Starting a distillery in New York is an exciting opportunity, whether you are launching a craft spirits brand, expanding an existing beverage business, or opening a tasting room. Before producing,…
The market for non-alcoholic spirits and spirit alternatives continues to grow rapidly as consumers seek sophisticated beverage options without alcohol. However, despite the popularity of these products, many companies are…
The sale of a distillery is not a routine business transaction. It involves transferring a federally bonded operation, regulated production activities, valuable intellectual property, distribution relationships, and often significant real…
Starting a spirits distribution business in the United States involves more than securing suppliers and customers. Because distilled spirits are one of the most heavily regulated categories of alcohol, distributors…
When applying for a Distilled Spirits Plant (“DSP”) permit, one of the most common questions we hear is whether the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”) will conduct…
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…
For businesses looking to produce, bottle, or store distilled spirits in the United States, one of the first and most critical steps is obtaining the proper federal authorization: a permit…
In the distilled spirits industry, collaboration between brand owners and contract producers (often called “co‑packers”) is common. Whether you are a brand owner looking to bring a new spirit to…
As more brands enter the spirits marketplace, many are turning to contract producers—also known as co-packers or co-manufacturers—to help manufacture their products. Co-packing can be an efficient and cost-effective way…
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News on TTB, FDA, and state rules that affect wine, beer, spirits, and food businesses, from Lindsey Zahn P.C.