A bill in the Maryland state legislature to lift restrictions on the amount of beer a craft brewery can sell direct to the consumer died in committee, killing the hopes of craft brewers in the state, at least for now. The bill was pushed and promoted by Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot who is assigned… Read More…
Top Stories of 2017
Here we go, with a look at the past. It has been a wild ride in the industry the last three years, and 2017 was no exception. More big changes, which will dramatically shape the future. BA Defined Craft Up 6% in 2016 MARCH 28, 2017 The year starts out where it left off,… Read More…
TTB Posts Results of Label Non-Compliance Survey
One of the roles of the TTB’s is to ensure that alcohol beverages in the marketplace are properly labeled and do not mislead consumers. The TTB maintains an “Alcohol Beverage Sampling Program” (ABSP) which is a random survey of products in the marketplace to evaluate the success of the TTB label approval process and to… Read More…
And Then There Was One – Tax Bill
After a ‘battle of the bills” between two competing beer tax bills in Congress, an Oregon Senator has stepped forward with a singular solution; a one-size-fits-all tax reduction bill for wine, spirits and beer. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) introduced today the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act (S. 1562) which aims to reduce excise… Read More…
Hard Fought Branch Bill Passes in KY
A Kentucky bill that will prevent breweries from holding distribution and retail licenses has passed the state legislature and the Governor has said in a statement yesterday that he will sign the bill. The bill has been closely watched by the beer industry as a potential “sign of the times.” This means that Anheuser-Busch will… Read More…
Sweeping Pro-Craft Bill Introduced in FL
A broad and sweeping bill has been filed by a Florida State Rep. Greg Steube (R-Bradenton) which would have a number of positive impacts on the states craft brewers. House Bill 107, in its current form, would address franchise agreements, allow 64 ounce growlers, allow a small amount of self-distribution and clarify brewery tasting room… Read More…
TTB Launches Online New Tutorial
The TTB has created a new online tutorial to help make using Permits Online a quicker and easier process. Permits Online is a free, secure electronic system that allows brewers to apply for the permits, notification, or notices needed to start any TTB regulated business, or amend your existing approvals. The new tutorial covers the… Read More…
The ABC’s of Marijuana and Beer
The annual National Conference for State Liquor Administrators was held last week in San Antonio, TX. This conference is attended by state alcohol beverage regulatory agencies and other liquor control departments along with many trade associations and stakeholders in the industry. One panel discussion addressed the regulation and enforcement of both medical and recreational marijuana…. Read More…
Huge Regulatory “Win” for Craft Brewers
In a big win for craft brewers, the U.S. Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) has added over 30 new ingredients that will now be exempt from formula requirements. A new list of fruits, spices and other ingredients commonly used by craft brewers will no longer require a formula submission as part of the application process… Read More…
FDA Backs Down on Spent Grain Rule
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is backing down from their proposed rule regarding the disposal of spent grain that ignited a huge response from brewers and triggered a ton of ink in the mainstream press. The FDA has indicated to numerous members of Congress that they will adjust the final proposal to take into… Read More…
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