New York Law Permits Direct Shipping for Craft Alcohol Producers
Governor Hochul's new legislation allows small distilleries, cideries, and meaderies to ship directly to consumers, aiming to boost local businesses and tourism.
- Craft alcohol manufacturers in New York can now ship spirits, cider, and mead directly to consumers under a new law.
- The legislation also allows out-of-state manufacturers with reciprocal agreements to ship to New York consumers.
- The law is expected to provide significant economic benefits for small producers and local farmers.
- Some liquor store owners express concerns about potential loopholes benefiting large alcohol companies.
- The law builds on temporary measures from the COVID-19 pandemic and aligns with long-standing privileges enjoyed by wine producers.
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