Bill > SB1039

This bill modifies Maryland's alcoholic beverage laws to increase the percentage of non-brewery-produced beer that a Class 5 brewery license holder can sell for on-premises consumption. Specifically, the bill raises the limit from 25% to 35% of the total number of beer barrels sold on-premises in a calendar year, while maintaining the alternative calculation of 1.2% of total finished production. The bill allows brewery license holders with an on-site consumption permit or a Class D beer license to sell beer under certain conditions, including beer they brew themselves, beer brewed under contract, and beer from other brands (subject to the percentage limit) that is either contracted through a manufacturer's license or produced by an affiliate of the license holder. This change provides more flexibility for craft breweries to offer a wider variety of beers to customers while consuming on their premises. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving businesses time to prepare for the new regulations.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB1039?ys=2025RS