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Mead, which is a type of alcohol that’s been made for centuries, has undergone a resurgence. Helped along by TV shows like “Vikings” and a general interest in old-world craftsmanship, a lot of folks have learned how to turn honey into spirits in their own homes. They...
The growing popularity of craft beer offers a potentially lucrative opportunity for the business-minded. A love of crafting unique brews and a well-developed business plan can lead to long-term success. Of course, you can expect a few hurdles along the way, such as...
The label of your alcoholic beverage plays a crucial purpose, as it allows you to provide consumers with adequate information about its identity and quality. However, what you include on your label is regulated by both federal and state laws. Here is what to know...
With thousands of companies in the alcohol beverage industry in the U.S., you need to be strategic when starting a new one. Marketing your brand can significantly increase its visibility, allowing you to succeed in the industry as well. Here is what to know about...
Many breweries and wineries choose to sell their products only in person, but that may not always bring in the income they need. To expand their reach, some opt to offer online sales and shipping. Any winery or brewery owner who opts to ship alcohol must ensure...
In August 2023, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Food and Drug Administration recommended cannabis be moved from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3. Today, the Associated Press is reporting that the Drug Enforcement Administration (DAE) has approved this...
Maintaining competition with other alcoholic beverage businesses often requires the use of patents. A patent allows an alcohol beverage business to secure its unique brewing innovations, including the brewing process, compositions of matter and apparatuses. A patent...
Ryan Malkin, Principal Attorney of Malkin Law, spoke with BevNet about the latest decision in the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission case against five e-commerce retailers for shipping alcohol direct-to-consumer without a license. The retailers will pay civil...
On May 28, 2024, The Second Circuit upheld their post-trial order that requires W.J Deutsch & Sons Ltd. to modify its Redemption whiskey bottles due to the jury finding that they diluted Diageo’s trademark rights for their Bulleit Whiskey brand. This ultimately...
Recently, the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) announced their "victory" against the illegal online sale of liquor in Tennessee. Five online liquor stores have agreed to pay more than $50,000 in penalties for allegedly selling and shipping liquor to...
