Bill > AB1246

This bill makes several changes to California's alcoholic beverage laws, primarily focusing on distilled spirits and wineries. It would authorize winegrowers to possess and transport brandy for aging purposes and allow craft distillers to transport brandy to and from winegrowers' premises for aging. The bill increases the amount of spirits a craft distiller can sell on-site from 2.25 to 4.5 liters per day per consumer. Additionally, the bill expands direct shipping provisions to include qualifying out-of-state distillers, allowing them to ship up to 2.25 liters of spirits per day to California consumers, provided they obtain a distilled spirits direct shipper permit from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. To get and maintain this permit, out-of-state distillers must meet specific requirements, such as filing an application, paying fees, maintaining shipment records, and ensuring age-verification during delivery. The bill makes selling or shipping spirits directly to consumers without a permit a misdemeanor and extends these direct shipping provisions until January 1, 2027. The legislation aims to provide more flexibility for craft distillers and wineries while maintaining regulatory oversight of alcohol sales and shipments.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

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