How to Get Licensed to Brew & Sell Beer
- 1). Select the amount of beer that you will brew during the year. If you are unsure of the amount but think that it will be a big enough batch of beer for you to sell, then you should get a beer distributing license. Talk to your state's liquor and alcohol department to answer specific questions.
- 2). Get an application for a license to brew beer from your state's liquor and alcohol commission. Applications and associated fees vary from state to state. Fill out the application completely and file it with the state liquor and alcohol department. You will be required to pay the fee at the time you file the application so plan accordingly.
- 3). Obtain an application to sell beer, which is different from your application to brew beer. Selling beer requires that you have a license, and the state regulates alcohol licenses. File the completed application and pay the associated fees with your relevant state office. Each state requires that you follow their laws so if you move from one state to another state you will be required to fill out a new application.
- 4). Wait for the state to notify you in writing that you have a license to brew and distribute beer. Do not sell beer without a state license for this can result in heavy fines.
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