HB 2843
Relating to vintage distilled spirits
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Bill overview
This bill creates a new section in West Virginia’s Code to regulate the sale of ‘vintage distilled spirits’ – spirits that meet specific criteria, including being in their original, unopened containers and not being owned by a distillery. It allows licensed distillers to sell these spirits at events and permits licensed retailers to sell them by the drink or by the package. The bill aims to establish a framework for the sale of older, limited-availability spirits within the state.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘vintage distilled spirits’ based on original packaging and ownership.
- Allows licensed distillers to sell vintage spirits at fairs and festivals.
- Permits licensed retailers to sell vintage spirits by the drink and by the package.
- Requires written notice to the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission for sales from non-licensed individuals.
- Specifies that vintage spirits cannot be purchased from wholesalers within West Virginia.
- Establishes that vintage spirits must be in their original manufacturer's unopened container.
- Clarifies that vintage spirits are not owned by a distillery.
- Outlines restrictions on where vintage spirits can be sold (e.g., prohibiting sales in college stadiums).
Who is affected
- Distillers
- Licensed retailers of alcoholic beverages
- Consumers of alcoholic beverages
- The West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Commission
- Wholesalers of alcoholic beverages
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