Description
The brewery and distillery industries have grown exponentially due to increasing popularity of craft beverages of all types, including malt-based and spirits-based hard seltzers and ready-to-drink cocktail products. The continuing expansion of the craft beer and distilled spirits markets is accompanied by substantial economic impacts – tax revenues, employment opportunities, real estate growth, and more. As more participants seek marketplace entry, the demand for brewery and distillery legal expertise grows.
This comprehensive presentation will explore a wide array of legal and regulatory issues pertinent to the beer and distilled spirits industry. Gain valuable insights into the complex landscape of federal and state regulatory requirements, including licensing, taxation and advertising, trade practices compliance and “tied house” laws. This presentation will also touch upon certain transactional matters, including:
- Structuring considerations for startup breweries and distilleries
- Contract production and alternating proprietorship agreements
- Distribution agreements
- Issue spotting for mergers, acquisitions and divestitures involving breweries and distilleries
This webcast from ALI CLE will benefit experienced business practitioners looking to develop a brewery and distillery practice. This course will also benefit new food and beverage practitioners.