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FYI: Supreme Court Will Hear Challenge to Federal Ban on Distilling Spirits at Home #SupremeCourt #HomeDistilling #Spirits #TaxLaw #AlcoholRegulation
Supreme Court Will Hear Challenge to Federal Ban on Distilling Spirits at Home
The dispute will test whether Congress may rely on its taxing power to justify a categorical restriction on home distilling
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November 1, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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FYI: Russia Extends Core Alcohol Market Rules Through 2032 #AlcoholRegulation #RussiaMarket #EGAIS #AlcoholIndustry #MarketRules
Russia Extends Core Alcohol Market Rules Through 2032
The measure preserves product marking, EGAIS traceability, production capacity standards and off-site sale notices for licensed caterers
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October 24, 2026 at 5:25 PM
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FYI: New York Considers Letting Bodegas Sell Wine and Some Spirits #NewYork #Bodegas #WineLovers #Spirits #AlcoholRegulation
New York Considers Letting Bodegas Sell Wine and Some Spirits
The proposal in Albany would loosen long-standing alcohol rules, opening a vast retail market beyond licensed liquor stores.
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October 20, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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FYI: Beer Wholesalers’ Chief Says Blurred Alcohol Categories Demand Clearer Rules #BeerIndustry #AlcoholRegulation #BeverageTrends #BeerWholesalers #DrinkResponsibly
Beer Wholesalers’ Chief Says Blurred Alcohol Categories Demand Clearer Rules
At the group’s convention in Orlando, Craig Purser urged greater cooperation, saying total beverage strategies are upending old models.
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October 18, 2026 at 10:46 PM
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FYI: Liberty Justice Center Denies It Is Preparing a Challenge to Canadian Alcohol Import Limits #LibertyJusticeCenter #CanadianAlcohol #ImportLimits #LegalChallenge #AlcoholRegulation
Liberty Justice Center Denies It Is Preparing a Challenge to Canadian Alcohol Import Limits
The group said it is still seeking a plaintiff, disputing a report that a Section 338 filing was imminent.
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October 17, 2026 at 2:09 PM
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TTB urges alcohol businesses to review guidance on four prohibited trade practices #AlcoholRegulation #TTB #TradePractices #BeverageIndustry #AlcoholBusiness
TTB urges alcohol businesses to review guidance on four prohibited trade practices
The bureau said the materials explain tied-house arrangements, exclusive outlets, commercial bribery and consignment sales
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October 16, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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FYI: Poland’s lower house approves a nationwide overnight ban on alcohol sales in shops #Poland #AlcoholBan #OvernightSales #PublicHealth #AlcoholRegulation
Poland’s lower house approves a nationwide overnight ban on alcohol sales in shops
The measure now goes to the Senate after lawmakers approved wider curbs on alcohol advertising and retail licenses.
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October 15, 2026 at 9:12 PM
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Mission Viejo's City Council just voted unanimously to deny Chevron's request to sell distilled spirits at a local mini market, prioritizing public safety over convenience!

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Council sustains appeal, moves to deny Chevron’s request to sell distilled spirits at Oso Parkway station
Mission Viejo’s City Council voted unanimously to sustain an appeal and direct staff to return with a resolution denying a Chevron Extra Mile application to upgrade its alcohol license from beer-and-wine to include distilled spirits, citing public-safety concerns raised by police and residents.
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October 15, 2026 at 1:18 PM
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FYI: Federal agencies may use Southern Glazer’s probe to broaden alcohol enforcement #AlcoholRegulation #FederalAgencies #SouthernGlazers #TradePractices #AlcoholEnforcement
Federal agencies may use Southern Glazer’s probe to broaden alcohol enforcement
A trade-practices lawyer said distributors and suppliers should expect closer scrutiny of billbacks, gift cards and retailer incentives.
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October 10, 2026 at 8:32 PM
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TTB Updates FAQ for Federal Alcohol Label and Formula Filings #TTB #AlcoholRegulation #Labeling #Compliance #FoodAndBeverage
TTB Updates FAQ for Federal Alcohol Label and Formula Filings
The revised guidance explains how companies submit applications, request amendments and track reviews through the agency’s online portal.
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October 2, 2026 at 6:27 PM
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European Parliament Committee Limits Alcohol Language to Harmful Use #EuropeanParliament #AlcoholRegulation #WineProducers #HarmfulUse #PublicHealth
European Parliament Committee Limits Alcohol Language to Harmful Use
The shift could ease pressure on wine producers by steering Brussels toward targeted safeguards for minors over blanket restrictions.
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September 28, 2026 at 9:18 PM
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Franklin's undercover operations reveal shocking alcohol violations and a troubling rise in DUI arrests—what's really happening on our streets?

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Police undercover operations described; chief cites rising DUI arrests and crashes
Franklin police testified about undercover operations at two downtown venues and Chief Faulkner presented citywide DUI and alcohol-related crash statistics used by the city to justify enforcement actions.
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September 28, 2026 at 5:26 AM
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Federal regulators say kombucha becomes beer if it tops 0.5% ABV during production #Kombucha #AlcoholRegulation #Brewing #CraftBrew #LegalNews
Federal regulators say kombucha becomes beer if it tops 0.5% ABV during production
The TTB says crossing the threshold at any stage can trigger brewer registration, labeling rules and recordkeeping obligations.
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September 25, 2026 at 7:35 PM
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FYI: U.K. Regulator Bars BrewDog’s £19.95 Bottomless Beer Ads #BrewDog #ExcessiveDrinking #AlcoholRegulation #UKNews #DrinkResponsibly
U.K. Regulator Bars BrewDog’s £19.95 Bottomless Beer Ads
The authority said the Facebook posts for 90 minutes of unlimited beer promoted excessive drinking, including one that suggested alcohol changes mood.
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September 22, 2026 at 5:24 PM
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FYI: Distilled Spirits Council Urges Texas to Disclose Ties Behind Private-Label Brands #DistilledSpirits #TexasAlcohol #PrivateLabel #AlcoholRegulation #MarketAccess
Distilled Spirits Council Urges Texas to Disclose Ties Behind Private-Label Brands
The group says hidden financial interests can skew market access within the state’s three-tier alcohol system.
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September 21, 2026 at 8:52 PM
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Ames City Council is paving the way for a new 'sip and stroll' district, allowing residents to enjoy drinks while exploring local businesses—what does this mean for the downtown vibe?

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Council directs staff to draft 'sip and stroll' ordinance and approves larger downtown boundary
Staff explained a new state law authorizing social districts where licensed establishments can permit holding/consuming alcohol in designated public-right-of-way. Council approved staff direction to prepare an ordinance and to pursue option A map that includes additional downtown businesses and south‑of‑tracks bars.
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September 22, 2026 at 3:13 AM
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FYI: U.S. Will Bar Canadian Beer, Wine and Spirits Imports on Sept. 29 #USImports #CanadianBeer #AlcoholRegulation #WineLovers #Spirits
U.S. Will Bar Canadian Beer, Wine and Spirits Imports on Sept. 29
Federal filings say the move answers alleged Canadian discrimination against U.S. alcohol producers, forcing importers to rework inventories.
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September 19, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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FYI: Champagne regulators raise the 2026 alcohol limit to 15% after extreme heat concentrates grape sugar #Champagne #WineIndustry #AlcoholRegulation #GrapeHarvest #WineLovers
Champagne regulators raise the 2026 alcohol limit to 15% after extreme heat concentrates grape sugar
The temporary exemption lifts the usual 13% cap for a harvest that growers say began earlier than any on record.
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September 19, 2026 at 7:24 PM
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Most English publicans back curbs on cheap supermarket alcohol, report finds #MinimumUnitPricing #AlcoholRegulation #PubLife #DrinkDriving #SupermarketAlcohol
Most English publicans back curbs on cheap supermarket alcohol, report finds
The survey of 200 pub operators found support for minimum unit pricing, stricter retail rules and lower drink-driving limits.
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September 17, 2026 at 7:31 PM
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FYI: TTB clarifies when distilled spirits producers must file formulas before U.S. market entry #TTB #SpiritsIndustry #DistilledSpirits #FlavoredSpirits #AlcoholRegulation
TTB clarifies when distilled spirits producers must file formulas before U.S. market entry
Updated guidance says flavored products, color additives and novel processes require approval before label applications proceed.
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September 13, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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FYI: E.U. corrigendum replaces apple wine with cider in food contaminant law #EUCorrigendum #FoodLaw #Cider #AppleWine #AlcoholRegulation
E.U. corrigendum replaces apple wine with cider in food contaminant law
The September correction leaves contaminant limits unchanged, potentially altering classification and compliance records for apple-based alcoholic drinks.
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September 13, 2026 at 8:37 PM
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TTB keeps a searchable public record of approved wine import certifications. #WineImport #TTB #WineCertification #AlcoholRegulation #Importers
TTB keeps a searchable public record of approved wine import certifications.
The online tool lets importers verify filings by product, importer, file number or date before shipments enter the market.
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September 9, 2026 at 11:01 AM
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The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board has unanimously voted to extend the pilot program allowing beer and wine service at Geyser Field, paving the way for new safety measures and training.

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Board votes unanimously to extend Aramark–WSU alcohol pilot at Geyser Field
The Liquor and Cannabis Board caucus approved a 3–0 motion to continue the Aramark and Washington State University pilot allowing beer and wine service at Geyser Field while staff and the licensee implement training and operational changes.
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September 3, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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Get ready for a taste revolution as Uzu Revolving Sushi & K-Pop brings conveyor-belt sushi and robotic delivery to Ellicott City this November!

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Howard County grants Class B license to Uzu Revolving Sushi & K‑Pop at Baltimore National Pike
The Howard County Alcohol and Beverage Hearing Board unanimously granted a new Class B beer, wine and liquor license to YJLLK Inc. (doing business as Uzu Revolving Sushi & K‑Pop). The applicant described a 6,000‑square‑foot conveyor‑belt concept, training and recordkeeping policies, and late‑night hours; the board approved the application at the hearing.
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August 26, 2026 at 7:54 PM
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Jacob Smith is challenging the outdated 1,000-foot separation rule between alcohol establishments and schools, advocating for a more flexible approach that could reshape local land development.

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Planning staff begins rewrite of alcohol‑separation rules after board questions 1,000‑foot standard
Planning staff opened a workshop on the county’s 1,000‑foot separation rule between alcohol sellers and churches/schools and flagged code inconsistencies: measurement method, which uses property line now, and the absence of a variance process for liquor stores/bars; staff will draft code revisions including possible new variance pathways and measurement changes.
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August 22, 2026 at 6:20 PM