Selling a winery is not just a business transaction — it is the transfer of a highly regulated operation with layered assets, licenses, intellectual property, real estate, inventory, and brand equity. Whether you are exploring a full exit or bringing
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Alternating Proprietorship vs. Contract Brewing: Choosing the Right Path for Your Beer Brand
For entrepreneurs entering the beer industry, one of the earliest structural decisions is how — and where — your beer will be produced. Two common models dominate the conversation: alternating proprietorship and contract brewing.
While both allow brands to avoid
What is Orange Wine and How Is It Regulated?
Orange wine has become one of the most talked-about categories in the modern wine world. Once considered niche, it now appears on wine lists ranging from natural wine bars to Michelin-starred restaurants. But despite its growing popularity, orange wine is
Custom Crush vs. Alternating Proprietorship: What Wineries Need to Know
As more wineries look for flexible production options, two common operating models often come into focus: custom crush and alternating proprietorship (“AP”) arrangements. While both allow wineries to produce wine at facilities they do not own, they are treated very
How to Start a Spirits Distribution Business
Starting a spirits distribution business in the United States involves more than securing suppliers and customers. Because distilled spirits are one of the most heavily regulated categories of alcohol, distributors must navigate a layered system of federal, state, and local
Does the TTB Conduct a Site Inspection for a New DSP?
When applying for a Distilled Spirits Plant (“DSP”) permit, one of the most common questions we hear is whether the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”) will conduct an on-site inspection before approving the application. The
What is the FDA Small Business Nutrition Labeling Exemption?
Under FDA regulations, most packaged food and beverage products are required to include a Nutrition Facts panel on their labels. However, the FDA recognizes that this requirement can be burdensome for very small businesses and therefore provides a Small Business
How to Start a Wine Distribution Business
The U.S. wine market remains a dynamic and evolving sector, shaped by shifting consumer preferences, new producers, and changing regulations. For entrepreneurs, becoming a wine distributor offers an opportunity to build valuable relationships across the industry and participate in the
Do TTB formula approvals expire
Formula approvals from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”) are a core part of compliance for producers and importers of alcoholic beverages. A frequent question is whether TTB formula approvals expire—and the short answer depends
How to Start a Beer Distribution Business
The U.S. beer market continues to expand with the growing popularity of craft, imported, and non-alcoholic beer. For entrepreneurs, starting a beer distribution business can be an exciting opportunity to enter the alcohol beverage industry—but it’s also one of the