HB 5142
Relating to vintage distilled spirits
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Bill overview
This bill creates a framework for the sale and distribution of "vintage distilled spirits" in West Virginia. It defines vintage spirits as unopened packages from a manufacturer not currently available through licensed wholesalers, and establishes rules for their sale – primarily by the drink or by the package. The bill also includes definitions of key terms related to alcoholic beverages and clarifies the roles of various entities involved in the alcohol industry.
Key provisions
- Allows licensed distilled spirits retailers to sell vintage spirits by the drink or by the package.
- Permits distillers to sell vintage spirits by the drink at events like fairs and festivals.
- Requires written notice to the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission for sales from non-licensed individuals.
- Establishes definitions for various alcoholic beverage terms, including ‘alcohol,’ ‘spirits,’ ‘wine,’ and ‘beer.’
- Specifies roles and responsibilities for ‘managers’ within licensed establishments.
- Outlines restrictions on where ‘public places’ can sell alcoholic beverages.
- Clarifies that ‘vintage spirits’ must be from the original manufacturer’s container.
Who is affected
- Distilled spirits manufacturers
- Licensed distilled spirits retailers
- Distillers
- Consumers of alcoholic beverages
- The West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Commission
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