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Will the ‘Uniform’ DtC Law Threaten DtC Shipping?
On July 13, the Uniform Law Commission (ULC) voted to approve a model act that could impose significant burdens on businesses engaged in direct-to-consumer (DtC)
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Which Alcoholic Products Can Be DtC Shipped?
More consumers than ever are looking to avail themselves of the market for direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipped beverage alcohol. What was once more a niche market
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New Rules for RTDs in Vermont – Including DtC Shipping
On July 1, 2022, Vermont Act 177 takes effect, creating new ways to sell Ready-to-Drink (RTD) spirits in the state, including permission for distillers to ship
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Alcohol Importer Compliance Requirements: What Importers Must Know
Key Highlights: Importers must be licensed by the TTB. Every imported product requires compliant labeling and COLA approvals. Importers are responsible for excise taxes and
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Alcohol Delivery Restrictions: States That Prohibit DtC Alcohol Shipping
The direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping model continues to represent a major opportunity for the beverage alcohol industry, as the DtC wine channel generated $3.9 billion in
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How to Manage Sales Tax in DtC Shipping
Managing sales tax obligations can be complex in the direct-to-consumer (DtC) alcohol beverage shipping space. Luckily, Sovos ShipCompliant’s Alex Koral, regulatory general counsel, broke down
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What Should I Know About Certificate of Label Approvals (COLAs)?
Beverage alcohol suppliers and producers selling in the United States typically must obtain Certificate of Label Approvals (COLAs) from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and
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Alaska Passes New DtC Alcohol Shipping Laws
On June 16, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy signed SB 9, an omnibus beverage alcohol bill that includes new provisions to regulate direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping of
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3 Questionable Practices DtC Alcohol Shippers Should Be Wary About
It’s no secret that direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping of alcohol is a valuable and growing market. Wineries, breweries, distilleries, and retailers alike have benefited from having
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Marketing Strategy 2022: Key Elements for Successful Wine e-Commerce
By Chloe Cristallini, Marketing Manager for Bloom Studio Recently, one of our webinar attendees asked, “What advice would you give someone who is first starting
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Why Can’t I Ship Alcohol Through the USPS?
Vino drinkers in 48 locales can get their favorite wines shipped direct-to-consumer (DtC) to their home, while beer and liquor aficionados only can have their
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California and Maine Curtail Bills for DtC Spirits Shipping
Despite the broad interest among Americans for direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping of beer and spirits, there is clear reluctance among state legislators to change laws to
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Three-Tier System Essentials: Distributor Relationships
When it comes to the three-tier system of beverage alcohol sales, there is perhaps no more important relationship than that between a beverage supplier and
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Why Can’t I Get Liquor Shipped to My Home?
Have you ever wanted to order your favorite out-of-state liquor and get it shipped right to your front steps? The COVID-19 pandemic pushed consumers to
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Three-Tier System Essentials: Tax Determination and Reporting
Tax compliance can easily become an overlooked area as alcohol producers work on numerous aspects of their three-tier distribution compliance, including state license forms and
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Understanding Delivery v. DtC Shipping in Beverage Alcohol
What’s the difference and why does it matter? Consumers may not care about the legal technicalities of how their favorite alcoholic beverages arrive at their
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What’s in Store for the DtC Wine Shipping Market in 2022
In 2022, wine producers and wine consumers can enjoy unparalleled access to each other through the market for direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping of wine. The current
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Three-Tier System Essentials: Product Registrations
For suppliers of beverage alcohol, one of the most critical steps in getting to market is ensuring that their product labels comply with all applicable