A brewery sale is not a standard business exit. It involves transferring a federally bonded operation with regulatory approvals, production assets, distribution relationships, intellectual property, and often significant real estate…
Selling a winery is not just a business transaction — it is the transfer of a highly regulated operation with layered assets, licenses, intellectual property, real estate, inventory, and brand…
For entrepreneurs entering the beer industry, one of the earliest structural decisions is how — and where — your beer will be produced. Two common models dominate the conversation: alternating…
Orange wine has become one of the most talked-about categories in the modern wine world. Once considered niche, it now appears on wine lists ranging from natural wine bars to…
As more wineries look for flexible production options, two common operating models often come into focus: custom crush and alternating proprietorship (“AP”) arrangements. While both allow wineries to produce wine…
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…
Formula approvals from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”) are a core part of compliance for producers and importers of alcoholic beverages. A frequent question is whether…
In today’s digital landscape, social media is a vital tool for alcohol brands to connect with consumers, build awareness, and drive sales. But with that opportunity comes responsibility. Many alcohol…
If your business plans to import alcohol beverages into the United States, one of the first regulatory requirements you need to understand is the TTB Federal Basic Importer Permit. This…
When it comes to wine labeling in the United States, grape variety designations play an important role in how wineries market their products and how consumers make purchasing decisions. The…
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News on TTB, FDA, and state rules that affect wine, beer, spirits, and food businesses, from Lindsey Zahn P.C.