Bill > S0355

This bill modifies regulations for micro-distilleries in South Carolina, specifically updating rules around tastings and retail sales. The bill makes two primary changes: first, it adjusts the hours for tastings and retail sales, now allowing sales between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. on Monday through Saturday, and between 12:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Sundays. Second, the bill increases the amount of liquor a micro-distillery can sell to a consumer in one business day from the equivalent of six 750-milliliter bottles to twelve 750-milliliter bottles. The existing regulations require that tastings occur during a tour, with consumers limited to 4.5 ounces of alcohol per day, and only allow the sale and tasting of liquors actually manufactured on-site. The bill maintains other existing restrictions, such as not charging for tastings, requiring non-alcoholic mixers, and ensuring consumers are at least 21 years old. The new regulations aim to provide more flexibility for micro-distilleries while still maintaining responsible alcohol service guidelines. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

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https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0355&session=126&summary=B