Bill > A5913

This bill modifies the existing law regarding farm brewery licenses in New Jersey by expanding the rights of licensees to sell their products. Specifically, the bill amends the current law to allow holders of a farm brewery license to sell their products for consumption both on and off the licensed premises, whereas previously they were only permitted to sell for off-premises consumption. A farm brewery license is issued to breweries located on a tract of land controlled by the licensee, where the licensee is actively engaged in farming and produces malt alcoholic beverages primarily from hops or other ingredients grown on that land. The license is limited to producing up to 2,500 barrels of 31 fluid gallons per year, with graduated fees based on the annual production volume. The bill maintains existing restrictions, such as prohibiting the sale or offering of food on the licensed premises. The change allows farm breweries more flexibility in selling their products directly to consumers, potentially providing a boost to small, agricultural-based brewing operations in New Jersey.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5913