Lindsey Zahn P.C., Alcohol Beverage & Food Law

Category: Labeling

What Is New York State Labeled Cider?

According to Alcoholic Beverage Control Law (ABCL) Section 3(20-e), “New York State labeled cider” is defined as “cider made exclusively from apples or other pome fruits grown in New York…

What Is Alcohol-Removed or Dealcoholized Wine?

As the demand for more health forward beverages continues to rise, wine companies are increasingly turning their attention to a new category of wines: alcohol-removed or dealcoholized wines. With consumers…

Does the FDA Regulate Alcohol Beverages?

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.…

What Is Wine Law?

What is wine law? What is wine law? This is a common question I receive whenever I tell people I focus on wine law. The answer, more or less, amounts…

What Is a TTB COLA?

What is a TTB COLA? The acronym COLA stands for Certificate of Label Approval. A COLA is a document issued by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB“)…

Everything You Need to Know About Wine Under 7% Alcohol by Volume and the FDA

Labeling of wines under 7% alcohol by volume can cause significant challenges for wineries, importers, and brand owners because the regulations governing these products are often unfamiliar territory. Traditional table wines and other vinous beverages with an alcohol content falling below 7% are subject to the labeling jurisdiction of the Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"). The FDA's labeling regulations are found at 21 CFR Part 101.

How Are Alcohol-Free Beers or Malt Beverages Regulated?

Similar to alcohol-free wine, alcohol-free beer or alcohol-free malt beverages are increasingly becoming a go-to option for many consumers. As we visit more and more breweries and tap rooms, as well as restaurants and bars, it is not unusual to see an alcohol-free beer or malt beverage option. Whether guests wish to embrace an alcohol-free life or pursue "Dry January" or similar, alcohol-free beer and malt beverages are wonderful options for breweries and importers alike to expand their portfolios.