State-by-State Cider Distribution Rules For Cider Producers Working Within the Three-Tier System
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There is a long list of complicated requirements to fulfill before you can distribute and sell your cider in any state. It’s harder to know what all those requirements might be.
To help you bring your hard cider to new markets, Sovos ShipCompliant offers this breakdown of some common distribution rules—and how each state applies them.
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*State-specific content was last reviewed and is accurate as of 07/20/2023.
Alabama
Alabama defines cider as follows: A fermented alcoholic beverage made from apple juice and containing not more than 8.5 percent alcohol by volume. - 28-3-1(7). Generally, cider is regulated like Table Wine in Alabama.
Yes, Alabama is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Alabama.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Alabama.
Alabama requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Manufacturer or Importer (500 or 510) Type license to sell to Alabama wholesalers.
An Alabama Manufacturer/Importer Type license costs $500, plus a $50 initial application fee.
Alabama does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Alabama requires that all in-state suppliers' representatives must be registered with the state. However, a supplier is not required to have an official in-state representative to sell to Alabama distributors.
Yes, Alabama requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Alabama does not require posting prices.
Yes, Alabama requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with Brand Label Approval.
Yes, Alabama requires territory assignments to be filed with Brand Label Approval.
Yes, Alabama has rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Alabama, no more than three liters of any brand may be provided to a retail licensee who has not purchased that product within the previous six months. Samples may not be provided to state-run retailers.
Yes, in Alabama Territory Adjustments are restricted.
Yes, in Alabama importers must provide an assignment letter designating from whom wholesalers can purchase.
In Alabama, ciders may only be delivered to the ABC Board, licensed manufacturers, importers, or wholesaler warehouses.
Alabama imposes a tax on cider of $0.45 per liter.
No, Alabama wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Alabama requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file a monthly report of their sales to Alabama wholesalers, including summaries of invoices. The specific form to use depends on the license type held by the supplier.
Alaska
How does Alaska define "cider"?
Alaska defines ciders as a wine product made primarily from apples or apple juice. Ciders with an ABV under 7% are taxed less than other wines, but they are otherwise regulated the same.
No, Alaska is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Alaska.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Alaska.
Alaska does not require out-of-state cideries to hold a license to sell to licensed wholesalers.
Alaska does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Alaska does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
No, Alaska does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, Alaska does not require posting prices.
No, Alaska does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Alaska does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Alaska does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Alaska, a supplier can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
No, in Alaska there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, Alaska does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
In Alaska, no specific provisions are noted on whether cider has to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers. However, only wholesalers may deliver to retail establishments.
In Alaska, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $1.07 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $2.50 per gallon.
No, Alaska wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Alaska does not require out-of-state cider suppliers to file a report on their sales to wholesalers in the state.
Arizona
How does Arizona define "cider"?
In Arizona, the definition of cider is found within that of wine. "Wine" means the product obtained by the fermentation of grapes, other agricultural products containing natural or added sugar or cider or any such alcoholic beverage fortified with grape brandy and containing not more than twenty-four percent of alcohol by volume. 4-101(39)
No, Arizona is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Arizona.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Arizona.
Arizona requires out-of-state cideries to hold a a Type 2 Out-of-State Producer license to sell to Arizona wholesalers.
An Arizona Type 2 Out-of-State Producer license costs $350 initially, and can be renewed for $120. Cideries that produce less than 40,000 gallons per year can instead receive a Type 2W Out-of-State Farm Winery license for $200 initially, and renewed for $170.
Arizona does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Arizona does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
No, Arizona does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, Arizona does not require posting prices.
No, Arizona does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Arizona does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Arizona does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Arizona, a supplier can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, and only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
No, in Arizona there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, in Arizona a supplier must certify to a wholesaler they are the primary supplier.
Yes, in Arizona deliveries must be unloaded and remain at wholesaler's premises for at least 24 hours.
In Arizona, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.16 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $0.84 per gallon.
No, Arizona wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
The Arizona Department of Revenue can require suppliers to provide copies of their invoices upon request.
Arkansas
How does Arkansas define "cider"?
In Arkansas, “hard cider” means liquor brewed from the fermented juices of fruit and containing more than three percent (3%) and not more than twenty-one percent (21%) of alcohol by weight - 3-1-102(4). Generally, cider is regulated like wine in Arkansas.
No, Arkansas is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Arkansas.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Arkansas, but only if purchased while the customer is on the cidery's premises.
Arkansas requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Out of State Supplier Permit to sell to Arkansas wholesalers. Cideries producing less than 250,000 gallons annually may also apply for a Small Farm Winery permit, which grants additional privileges.
An Arkansas Out of State Supplier Permit costs $50.
Arkansas does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Arkansas does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, Arkansas requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Arkansas does not require posting prices.
Yes, Arkansas requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Arkansas does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators. The designated wholesaler shall be the exclusive distributor of that brand label for the entire state.
Yes, Arkansas has rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers. A wholesaler designated to distribute a brand will be the exclusive distributor of that brand in Arkansas.
In Arkansas, a supplier can provide a maximum of three liters per brand as samples to retailers, but only to a retailer who has not purchased that brand before.
Yes, in Arkansas a supplier may not change the wholesaler registered to distribute a brand label without proving good cause.
No, Arkansas does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
In Arkansas, no specific provisions are noted on if cider has to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers. However, only wholesalers may deliver to retail establishments.
Arkansas imposes a tax on cider of $7.5078 per 31-gallon barrel.
No, Arkansas wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Arkansas requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file a monthly report summarizing their invoices to wholesalers to the Miscellaneous Tax Section.
California
How does California define "cider"?
California does not maintain a specific definition of cider. However, there are references in its statutes to the federal definition of "cider" found in 27 CFR 4.21(e)(5), and that cider is generally regulated as a wine in California, except that licensed beer manufacturers can produce and sell cider under their existing license.
No, California is not a control state.
Only licensed instate manufacturers and winegrowers may sell directly to California retailers.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in California.
California does not require out-of-state cideries to hold a license to sell to wholesalers. However, while non-local cideries are not required to be licensed to have their products sold in the state, only wine Import Licensees may actually bring cider into the state for distribution to wholesalers. Many wholesalers, therefore, also are licensed as importers.
No, California does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
No, California does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, California does not require posting prices.
No, California does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, California does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, California does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In California, suppliers can provide a maximum of one liter per brand as samples to retailers, but only to a retailer who has not purchased that brand before. All samples must be clearly labeled.
No, in California there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, California does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
No, California does not require cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
California imposes a tax on cider of $0.20 per gallon.
No, California wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
California does not require out-of-state cider suppliers to file a report on their sales to wholesalers in the state.
Colorado
How does Colorado define "cider"?
In Colorado, "hard cider" means an alcohol beverage containing at least one-half of 1% and less than 7% alcohol by volume that is made by fermentation of the natural juice of apples or pears, including but not limited to flavored hard cider and hard cider containing not more than 0.392 gram of carbon dioxide per hundred milliliters. "For the purpose of simplicity of administration of this article, hard cider shall in all respects be treated as a vinous liquor except where expressly provided otherwise." - 47-1-103(20)
No, Colorado is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Colorado.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Colorado.
Colorado requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Importer's License (Vinous & Spiritous Liquor) to sell to Colorado wholesalers.
A Colorado Importer's License costs $300, plus a $1,550 initial application fee.
Colorado does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Colorado does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, Colorado requires that cider products are registered per brand before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Colorado does not require posting prices.
No, Colorado does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Colorado does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Colorado does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Colorado, retailers may be provided with no more than three liters of a particular brand as samples. However, such sampling must be made with the wholesaler present and with no condition that the sampling lead to a purchase by the retailers.
No, in Colorado there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Colorado prohibits any importation of alcohol from any unlicensed importer or any licensee other than the primary source of the supply in the United States, unless said licensee provides proof being the sole source of supply in Colorado.
Yes, in Colorado cider deliveries must come to rest at a wholesaler's instate location.
In Colorado, ciders with an ABV less than 7% are taxed at $0.08 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV of 7% or greater are taxed at $0.0833 per liter.
No, Colorado wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Colorado does not require out-of-state cider suppliers to file a report on their sales to wholesalers in the state.
Connecticut
How does Connecticut define "cider"?
In Connecticut, the definition of cider is found within that of wine. “Wine” means any alcoholic beverage obtained by the fermentation of the natural sugar content of fruits, such as grapes or apples or other agricultural products, containing sugar, including fortified wines such as port, sherry and champagne. 30-1(19)
No, Connecticut is not a control state.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may self-distribute to retailers in Connecticut, but only for licensed cideries producing not more than 100,000 gallons of cider per year.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Connecticut.
Connecticut requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Out of State Shipper's Permit for Alcoholic Liquor (all products), or Out-of-State Winery Shipper's Permit for Wine (Cider only), to sell to Connecticut wholesalers.
A Connecticut Out-of-State Shipper's Permit for Alcoholic Liquor costs $1,350 initially and $1,250 for renewal. An Out-of-State Shipper's Permit for Wine only costs $415 initially, and $315 for renewal.
Connecticut does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Connecticut does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, Connecticut requires that cider products are registered per brand before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
Yes, Connecticut requires that suppliers post prices with the DCP.
Yes, Connecticut requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Connecticut requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Connecticut does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers. While wholesalers may only distribute within their designated territory, suppliers may designate multiple distributors in a given territory.
In Connecticut, a supplier can provide a maximum of one liter per brand as samples to retailers, and only to a party authorized to purchase alcohol from a supplier and who has not sold the brand within the previous 12 months.
Yes, in Connecticut there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, in Connecticut, if the registrant of a brand label is not the manufacturer, they must include an authorization letter to sell the brand from the manufacturer.
Yes, in Connecticut cider products must be inventoried by the wholesaler before they can deliver them to a retailer.
In Connecticut, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.24 per gallon (or fraction thereof), and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $0.79 per gallon.
No, Connecticut wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Connecticut requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the AU-933 Report of Shipments form monthly.
Delaware
How does Delaware define "cider"?
In Delaware, without regard to its usual meaning, and by way of limitation, "alcoholic cider" means any fermented beverage made from apples, containing more than one half of 1% but not more than 7% of ethyl alcohol by volume. For purposes of this title, alcoholic cider shall be treated as within the definition of "wine" unless the specific language of a particular section indicates a contrary intent. 4-101(9)
No, Delaware is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Delaware.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Delaware, but only under Federal Onsite Orders, which require the Delaware consumer make the purchase while physically present at the cidery's premises and could otherwise have personally imported the cider into Delaware.
Delaware requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Out-of-State Supplier License to sell to Delaware wholesalers.
A Delaware Out-of-State Supplier License costs $100 if "limited" (shipping 200 or fewer cases annually) or $1,000 if "unlimited" (shipping more than 200 cases per year).
Delaware does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Delaware requires suppliers to work with an in-state salesperson who holds a Representative's License.
No, Delaware does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, Delaware does not require posting prices.
Yes, Delaware requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Delaware does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Delaware does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Delaware, suppliers can provide a three gallon maximum of all products for tax-free samples to retailers. They must be labelled as "SAMPLE FOR TASTING -- NOT FOR SALE."
Yes, in Delaware there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Delaware has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase, required by a ruling of the ABC.
Yes, in Delaware cider products must be unloaded and physically stored at a wholesaler's warehouse for 18 hours minimum.
In Delaware, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.27 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $1.63 per gallon.
No, Delaware wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Delaware requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file a monthly Supplier Report.
D.C. (District of Columbia)
How does D.C. define "cider"?
D.C. does not have a specific defintion of cider. However, it generally regulates cider products as a wine (for instance, a wine manufacturer license is required to produce cider in D.C.). “Wine” means an alcoholic beverage containing not more than 21% alcohol by volume obtained by the fermentation of the natural sugar content of fruits or other agricultural products containing sugar whether or not other ingredients are added. 25-101(56)
No, D.C. is not a control state.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may self-distribute to retailers in D.C., but only to holders of an "Importation Permit" where the ABRA has been satisfied that the brands being distributed are not available to that permit holder from another licensee based in the District.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in D.C.
D.C. does not require out-of-state cideries to hold a license to sell into the district. However, while non-local cideries are not required to be licensed to have their products sold in the District, only parties licensed to import cider into the District may actually bring it in.
No, D.C. does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
No, D.C. does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, D.C. does not require posting prices.
No, D.C. does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, D.C. does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, D.C. does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In D.C., suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters per brand as samples to retailers, and only to a retailer who has not purchased that brand before.
No, in D.C. there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, D.C. does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
No, D.C. does not require cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
D.C. imposes a tax on cider of $0.30 per gallon.
No, D.C. wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
D.C. does not require out-of-state cider suppliers to file a report on their sales to wholesalers in the District.
Florida
How does Florida define "cider"?
Florida says: As to cider, which is made from the normal alcoholic fermentation of the juice of sound, ripe apples or pears, including but not limited to flavored, sparkling, or carbonated cider and cider made from condensed apple or pear must, that contain not less than one-half of 1 percent of alcohol by volume and not more than 7 percent of alcohol by volume, there shall be paid by all manufacturers and distributors a tax at the rate of $.89 per gallon. With the sole exception of the excise tax rate, cider shall be considered wine and shall be subject to the provisions of this chapter. - 564.06(4)
No, Florida is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Florida.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Florida.
Floria requires out-of-state cideries to register as the Primary American Source of Supply to sell a product to Florida wholesalers.
Florida charges suppliers $15 per individual COLA for which they are registering as the Primary American Source of Supply.
No, Florida does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, Florida requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers. This is done as part of the supplier's initial registration with the state.
No, Florida does not require suppliers to post pricing.
No, Florida does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Florida does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Florida does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Florida, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters per brand as samples to retailers, but only to a retailer who has not purchased that brand before.
In Florida, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters per brand as samples to retailers, but only to a retailer who has not purchased that brand before.
Yes, Florida has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, in Florida cider products may be delivered only to a licensed Florida manufacturer, distributor, or exporter.
In Florida, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.89 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $2.25 per gallon.
No, Florida wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Florida requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the 4000A-125-2 Wines Shipped to/within Florida form monthly.
Georgia
How does Georgia define "cider"?
In Georgia, "hard cider" means an alcoholic beverage obtained by the fermentation of the juice of apples, containing not more than 6 percent alcohol by volume, including, but not limited to flavored or carbonated cider. For purposes of this title, hard cider shall be deemed a malt beverage. The term does not include "sweet cider." -3-1-2(10.1)
What are the rules in Georgia for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In Georgia, a cider that exceeds the 6% ABV threshold or otherwise does not meet the state's definition of "hard cider" will be regulated as a wine.
No, Georgia is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Georgia.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not ship direct to consumers in Georgia.
Georgia requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Brewery License to sell to Georgia wholesalers.
A Georgia Brewery License costs $1,000.
Georgia requires applicants for a Brewery License to hold $5,000 corporate bond in the state.
Yes, Georgia requires suppliers to work with an in-state salesperson who is registered with the Department of Revenue and holds a Solicitor's Permit.
Yes, Georgia requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Georgia does not require posting prices.
Yes, Georgia requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Georgia requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Georgia does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Georgia, it is not permitted for suppliers to provide samples to retailers.
Yes, in Georgia there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, Georgia does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase. However, if you are not the brand owner, a letter of authority is required to register the brand.
Yes, in Georgia cider products must be delivered to a wholesaler's warehouse.
In Georgia, ciders with an ABV of 6% or less are taxed as beer at $10 per 31-gallon container, and ciders with an ABV greater than 6% are taxed as wine at $0.40 per liter.
No, Georgia wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Georgia requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the ATT-29 form monthly.
Hawaii
How does Hawaii define "cider"?
Hawaii does not have a specific definition of cider. However, the definition of "wine" (281-1) notes that any product meeting the definition of "wine" in the United States Revenue Act of 1918 is regulated as a wine in Hawaii, which would include ciders.
No, Hawaii is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Hawaii.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Hawaii.
Hawaii does not require out-of-state cideries to hold a license to sell to Hawaii wholesalers.
No, Hawaii does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
No, Hawaii does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state. However, Honolulu county appreciates being notified of new products.
No, Hawaii does not require posting prices.
No, Hawaii does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Hawaii does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Hawaii does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Hawaii, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in last 12 months.
No, in Hawaii there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, in Hawaii, importing licensees may only purchase or receive wine from the primary source of supply.
Yes, in Hawaii all products must be delivered to a Hawaii wholesaler's warehouse and held there for at least 48 hours.
Hawaii imposes a tax on cider of $1.38 per gallon.
No, Hawaii wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Hawaii does not require out-of-state cider suppliers to file a report on their sales to wholesalers in the state.
Idaho
How does Idaho define "cider"?
Idaho does not have a specific definition of cider. However, cider generally will fall under the definition of Table Wine, which has been confirmed by the Idaho ABC: "Table wine" shall mean any alcoholic beverage containing not more than sixteen percent (16%) alcohol by volume obtained by the fermentation of the natural sugar content of fruits or other agricultural products containing sugar whether or not other ingredients are added. - 23-1303(1)(k)
Yes, Idaho is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Idaho.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Idaho.
Idaho does not require out-of-state cideries to hold a license to sell to Idaho wholesalers, but before shipping into the state, suppliers must send an appointment letter to the ABC detailing their Idaho wholesaler(s), including their assigned territories.
No, Idaho does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
No, Idaho does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, Idaho does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
Yes, Idaho requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Idaho does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Idaho does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Idaho, for wines with an ABV of less than 16%, suppliers can provide samples to retailers of only one container, of no more than 64 oz in size, of a product not currently sold by the retailer. It must be clearly marked as "Not for Sale - For Sampling Purposes Only."
Yes, in Idaho there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, Idaho does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, in Idaho wholesalers may only sell and distribute wines that have been unloaded, stored, and maintained in their warehouse.
Idaho imposes a tax on cider of $0.45 per gallon.
No, Idaho wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Idaho does not require out-of-state cider suppliers to file a report on their sales to wholesalers in the state.
Illinois
How does Illinois define "cider"?
Except for tax purposes, Illinois does not have a specific definition of cider. However, as a fruit-based product, cider would generally fit in the definition of "wine" (235 ILCS 1-3.-03), and the Illinois Liquor Commission has confirmed that ciders can be sold as wines if they are classified as such under federal law.
No, Illinois is not a control state.
This is only permitted to holders of a valid Wine Shipper's license that do not produce more than 25,000 gallons of cider annually solely or combined in affiliation with any other group, and do not sell more than 5,000 gallons to retailers annually, may self-distribute to retailers in Illinois.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Illinois.
Illinois requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Non-Resident Dealer license to sell to Illinois wholesalers.
An Illinois Non-Resident Dealer license costs $1,500 for suppliers producing 500,000 or more gallons per year or $350 for suppliers producing less than 500,000 gallons per year. Renewal fees may be discounted if processed online.
Illinois does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Illinois requires a supplier's in-state salesperson to hold a Manufacturer's Registered Agent license when representing the supplier in the state.
Yes, Illinois requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Illinois does not require posting prices.
Yes, Illinois requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Illinois requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Illinois does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Illinois, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in last 12 months.
No, in Illinois there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements. But when terminating an agreement, the supplier must file a "Withdrawal of Registration" form with all parties involved.
Yes, in Illinois wholesalers may only purchase or receive wine from the primary source of supply.
Yes, Illinois requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
In Illinois, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.231 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $1.39 per gallon.
No, Illinois wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Illinois requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the RL-26-L Out-of-State Seller's Shipment Report.
Indiana
How does Indiana define "cider"?
In Indiana, the term "hard cider" means an alcoholic beverage that: (1) is made from the normal alcoholic fermentation of the juice of sound, ripe apples; and (2) contains at least one-half of one percent (0.5%) of alcohol by volume and not more than seven percent (7%) of alcohol by volume. - 7.1.-1-3-9.5. However, within the definition of wine, Indiana statutes note that "The term includes hard cider, except for alcoholic beverage tax purposes." - 7.1-1-3-49
No, Indiana is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Indiana.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Indiana.
Indiana requires out-of-state cideries to register annually as the Primary Source Supplier for their products in order to sell to Indiana wholesalers.
Indiana does not charge a fee for a Primary Source Supplier registration.
Indiana does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Indiana requires suppliers to employ at least one salesperson who is registered in the state.
No, Indiana does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, Indiana does not require posting prices.
Yes, Indiana requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators. They must be included with the initial license application.
No, Indiana does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Indiana does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Indiana, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
Yes, in Indiana there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Indiana has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Indiana requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
In Indiana, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.115 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $0.47 per gallon.
No, Indiana wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Indiana requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file a Primary Source Suppliers Report monthly.
Iowa
How does Iowa define "cider"?
Iowa's regulation of a cider product depends on its ABV. If under 6.25%, cider is included in the definition of “Beer” (IA Code 123-3(7)), whereas cider with an ABV of 6.25% or greater is included in the definition of "Wine" (IA Code 123-3-(54)).
What are the rules in Iowa for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In Iowa, ciders that exceed the 6.25% ABV threshold will be regulated as a wine.
Yes, Iowa is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Iowa.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not ship ciders with an ABV of 6.25% or less direct to consumers in Iowa.
Iowa requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Brewer's Certificate of Compliance to sell ciders with an ABV of 6.25% or less to Iowa wholesalers.
An Iowa Brewer's Certificate of Compliance costs $500.
Iowa does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Iowa requires suppliers to employ at least one in-state representative who must be listed on their license application.
Yes, Iowa requires that cider products are registered per brand before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Iowa does not require posting prices.
Yes, Iowa requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Iowa requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Iowa does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Iowa, suppliers can provide a maximum of three gallons as samples to retailers, but only of a brand that the retailer has never purchased before.
Yes, in Iowa there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, Iowa does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, in Iowa products must "come to rest" at an Iowa-based warehouse.
Iowa taxes ciders with an ABV of 6.25% or less as beer, at a rate of 0.19 per gallon.
No, Iowa wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Iowa requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the CB-1 and CB-2 Report monthly for ciders with an ABV less than 6.25%.
Kansas
How does Kansas define "cider"?
In Kansas, "hard cider" means any alcoholic beverage that: (1) Contains less than 8.5% alcohol by volume; (2) has a carbonation level that does not exceed 6.4 grams per liter; and (3) is obtained by the normal alcoholic fermentation of the juice of sound, ripe apples or pears, including such beverages containing sugar added for the purpose of correcting natural deficiencies - 41-102(o). However, under the Kansas definition of wine: The term "wine" shall include hard cider and any other product that is commonly known as a subset of wine. - 41-102(kk)
No, Kansas is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Kansas.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Kansas.
Kansas requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Supplier Permit to sell to Kansas wholesalers.
A Kansas Supplier Permit costs $25.
Kansas does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Kansas does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, Kansas requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
Yes, Kansas requires suppliers to regularly post their prices with the state.
Yes, Kansas requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Kansas requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Kansas has rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Kansas, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
Yes, in Kansas there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Kansas wholesalers may only receive wine from the primary source or other Kansas wholesalers.
Yes, Kansas requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Kansas imposes a tax on cider of $0.30 per gallon.
No, Kansas wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Kansas requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the ABC-1003 Monthly Report of Shipments to Distributors.
Kentucky
How does Kentucky define "cider"?
In Kentucky, "cider" means any fermented fruit-based beverage containing seven percent (7%) or more alcohol by volume and includes hard cider and perry cider - 241-010(13). However, under the Kentucky definition of wine: [wine] includes sake, cider, hard cider, and perry cider. - 241-010(74)
No, Kentucky is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Kentucky.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Kentucky.
Kentucky requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Out-of-State Distilled Spirits and Wine Supplier's License to sell to Kentucky wholesalers.
A Kentucky Out-of-State Supplier's License costs $1,550 per year if importing more than 50,000 gallons annually into the state or $260 per year if importing 50,000 gallons or less.
Kentucky does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Kentucky requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Special Agent or Solicitor's License when soliciting orders in the state.
Yes, Kentucky requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Kentucky does not require posting prices.
Yes, Kentucky requires that designated wholesalers must register their consent to distribute each label that is registered.
Yes, Kentucky requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Kentucky does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Kentucky, only approved representatives may provide samples to retailers. They must receive samples from designated wholesalers and may not have in their possession at any one time more than 32 oz. of any one brand, or three gallons of all brands. All bottles must be labeled as "Sample - Not for Sale."
Yes, in Kentucky there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, in Kentucky only the primary source may register a label.
Yes, in Kentucky products must be delivered to a wholesaler's warehouse and remain there for at least 24 hours.
In Kentucky, ciders with an ABV less than 7% are taxed at $2.50 per 31-gallon barrel, and ciders with an ABV of 7% or greater are taxed at $0.50 per gallon.
No, Kentucky wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Kentucky requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the 73A530 Consignor's Report of Alcoholic Beverages Shipped.
Louisiana
How does Louisiana define "cider"?
Louisiana does not have a specific definition of cider. However, cider products would fall under the general definition of wine: "Still wine" means any non-effervescent alcoholic beverage derived from the juice of any fruit, or synthesis thereof. - 26:2(24)
Louisiana does not have a specific definition of cider. However, cider products would fall under the general definition of wine: "Still wine" means any non-effervescent alcoholic beverage derived from the juice of any fruit, or synthesis thereof. - 26:2(24)
No, Louisiana is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Louisiana.
Louisiana requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Out-of-State Manufacturer/Supplier Permit to sell to Louisiana wholesalers.
A Louisiana Out-of-State Manufacturer/Supplier Permit costs $200 if selling less than 1,000 cases per year in the state or $1,000 if selling 1,000 cases or more per year.
Louisiana does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Louisiana requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Solicitor/Broker Permit.
Yes, Louisiana requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Louisiana does not require posting prices.
No, Louisiana does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Louisiana does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Louisiana does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Louisiana, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
In Louisiana, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
No, Louisiana does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Louisiana requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
In Louisiana, ciders with an ABV of 6% or less are taxed at $12.50 per 31-gallon barrel, and ciders with an ABV greater than 6% are taxed at $0.20 per liter.
No, Louisiana wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Louisiana requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file a monthly report detailing each shipment made.
Maine
How does Maine define "cider"?
In Maine, "hard cider" means liquor produced by fermentation of the juice of apples, including, but not limited to, flavored, sparkling or carbonated cider, that contains not less than 1/2 of 1% alcohol by volume and not more than 7% alcohol by volume. - 28A-1-2(12-A). Maine has confirmed that generally ciders are regulated as wines.
Yes, Maine is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
Only parties licensed as a Small Winery (who may not produce more than 50,000 gallons annually) may self-distribute to retailers in Maine.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Maine.
Maine requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Certificate of Approval to sell to Maine wholesalers.
A Maine Certficiate of Approval costs $1,000, or $120 if shipping only 120 gallons or less per year into the state.
Maine does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Maine requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Sales Representative License.
Yes, Maine requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
Yes, Maine requires suppliers to regularly post their prices with the state.
Yes, Maine requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Maine requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Maine has rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Maine, suppliers can provide a maximum of nine liters as samples to a retail licensee per year. The samples must be labeled as samples and taxes must be paid.
Yes, in Maine there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Maine has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Maine requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
In Maine, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.35 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $0.60 per gallon.
No, Maine wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Maine requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the Report of Wine Shipments.
Maryland
How does Maryland define "cider"?
In Maryland, the definition of cider is found within that of beer. “Beer” includes: . . . (iv) hard cider that: 1. is derived primarily from apples, apple concentrate and water, pears, or pear concentrate and water; and 2. contains no other fruit product but contains at least one–half of 1% and less than 8.5% of alcohol by volume. - MD Alc Bev Code 1-101(c)(2)
What are the rules in Maryland for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In Maryland, apple wines or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages that exceed the 8.5% ABV threshold may be regulated as a wine, following how they are defined by the TTB.
No, Maryland is not a control state, though Montgomery County does operate a local control system. However, ciders would be sold in the private sector in Montgomery County.
Yes, holders of a Nonresident Brewery Permit may directly sell up to 3,000 barrels annually to Maryland retailers.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not ship direct to consumers in Maryland.
Maryland requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Nonresident Dealer Permit or Nonresident Brewery Permit (for those producing less than 22,500 barrels per year) to sell to Maryland wholesalers.
A Maryland Nonresident Dealer Permit costs $200. Alternatively, a Nonresident Brewery Permit is available for $50, but only for suppliers producing less than 22,500 barrels annually, and only permitting no more than 3,000 barrels to be sold into Maryland annually.
Maryland requires applicants for a Nonresident Dealer Permit to hold a $5,000 bond in the state, or a $1,000 bond for Nonresident Brewery Permit applicants.
Yes, Maryland requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Solicitor License.
Yes, Maryland requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Solicitor License.
No, Maryland does not require posting prices.
Yes, Maryland requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Maryland requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Maryland does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Maryland, only wholesalers or licensed supplier representatives may provide samples to retailers.
Yes, in Maryland there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, in Maryland there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, in Maryland products must be delivered and unloaded at a wholesaler's licensed premises.
Yes, in Maryland products must be delivered and unloaded at a wholesaler's licensed premises.
Yes, Maryland requires out-of-state cider makers to remit themselves the excise tax on ciders they sell into the state.
Maryland requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the 323 and 324 Report monthly.
Massachusetts
How does Massachusetts define "cider"?
Massachusetts does not have a specific definition of cider, but cider is mentioned in the state's statutory definition of wine (138-1), and is generally regulated as a wine in the state.
What are the rules in Maryland for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In Maryland, apple wines or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages that exceed the 8.5% ABV threshold may be regulated as a wine, following how they are defined by the TTB.
No, Massachusetts is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Massachusetts.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Certificate of Compliance to sell to Massachusetts wholesalers.
A Massachusetts Certificate of Compliance costs $500 if selling more than 5,000 cases annually in the state, or $200 if selling 5,000 or fewer cases annually.
A Massachusetts Certificate of Compliance costs $500 if selling more than 5,000 cases annually in the state, or $200 if selling 5,000 or fewer cases annually.
Yes, Massachusetts requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Broker's License and must be a resident of Massachusetts.
No, Massachusetts does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
Yes, Massachusetts requires suppliers to regularly post their prices with the state.
No, Massachusetts does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Massachusetts does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Massachusetts does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Massachusetts, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
Yes, in Massachusetts there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, in Massachusetts wholesalers may only purchase from Primary American Sources, or parties authorized by the Primary American source.
Yes, in Massachusetts wholesalers may only purchase from Primary American Sources, or parties authorized by the Primary American source.
In Massachusetts, ciders with an ABV of 6% or less are taxed at $0.03 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV greater than 6% are taxed at $0.55 per gallon.
No, Massachusetts wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Massachusetts requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the AB-10 Report of Alcoholic Beverages Shipped.
Michigan
How does Michigan define "cider"?
In Michigan, "wine" means the product made by the normal alcoholic fermentation of the juice of sound, ripe grapes, or any other fruit with the usual cellar treatment, and containing not more than 21% of alcohol by volume, including cider made from apples or pears, or both, which contains at least 1/2 of 1% of alcohol by volume, or mead or honey wine made from honey, fermented fruit juices other than grapes, and mixed wine drinks. - 436-1113(9)
Yes, Michigan is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Michigan.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Michigan.
Michigan requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Outstate Seller of Wine license to sell to Michigan wholesalers.
A Michigan Outstate Seller of Wine license costs $300.
Michigan requires Outstate Seller of Wine applicants to hold a $1,000 corporate bond in the state.
Michigan requires Outstate Seller of Wine applicants to hold a $1,000 corporate bond in the state.
Yes, Michigan requires that cider products are registered per brand before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
Yes, Michigan requires suppliers to regularly post their prices with the state.
Yes, Michigan requires suppliers to regularly post their prices with the state.
No, Michigan does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Michigan has rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Michigan, suppliers can provide one sample bottle of a product to retailers. It must be properly labeled as a sample.
In Michigan, suppliers can provide one sample bottle of a product to retailers. It must be properly labeled as a sample.
Yes, in Michigan, state guidelines support having sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase, although there is no statutory requirement.
Yes, in Michigan, state guidelines support having sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase, although there is no statutory requirement.
Michigan imposes a tax on cider of $0.135 per liter.
No, Michigan wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Michigan requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the LCC-3023 Out State Sellers Monthly Report.
Minnesota
How does Minnesota define "cider"?
In Minnesota, "wine" is the product made from the normal alcoholic fermentation of grapes, including still wine, sparkling and carbonated wine, wine made from condensed grape must, wine made from other agricultural products than sound, ripe grapes, imitation wine, compounds sold as wine, vermouth, cider, perry and sake, in each instance containing not less than one-half of one percent nor more than 24 percent alcohol by volume for nonindustrial use. Wine does not include distilled spirits as defined in subdivision 9. - 340A.101
No, Minnesota is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Minnesota.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Minnesota.
A Minnesota Importer's License costs $420.
Minnesota does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Minnesota requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold an Importer's Representative license.
Yes, Minnesota requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold an Importer's Representative license.
Yes, Minnesota requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Minnesota does not require posting prices.
No, Minnesota does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators. However, assigned wholesalers must be listed on the license application.
No, Minnesota does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Minnesota does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Minnesota, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
No, in Minnesota there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, in Minnesota brands may be only registered by primary sources or their authorized agent. Wholesalers may only purchase from brand registrants.
No, Minnesota does not require cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
In Minnesota, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.15 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $0.30 per gallon plus $0.01 per bottle.
No, Minnesota wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Minnesota requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the LB37 Distilled Spirits And Wines Shipped.
Mississippi
How does Mississippi define "cider"?
Mississippi does not have a specific definition of cider. However, ciders would generally fall within the state's definition of "wine," being "any product obtained from the alcoholic fermentation of the juice of sound, ripe grapes, fruits or berries and made in accordance with the revenue laws of the United States." - 67-1-5(d)
Yes, Mississippi is a control state for all wine products (including ciders) with an ABW greater than 5%. "Light wines," however, are sold in the private sector under the rules set out here.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Mississippi.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not ship direct to consumers in Mississippi.
No license is required to sell to Mississippi wholesalers. However, only licensed Mississippi wholesalers may bring ciders into the state. Any other business or individual who brings cider into Mississippi may be subject to fines or jail.
No, Mississippi does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
No, Mississippi does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, Mississippi does not require posting prices.
No, Mississippi does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Mississippi does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Mississippi does not have rules on exclusive territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Mississippi, generally only licensed wholesalers may possess and distribute alcoholic beverages in the state, including to retail establishments.
Yes, in Mississippi there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Mississippi wholesalers are required to purchase ciders, and other light wines, only from a domestic manufacturer or importer authorized to sell that product in Mississippi.
Yes, Mississippi law only enables licensed wholesalers to sell and distribute alcoholic beverages to Mississippi retailers.
Yes, Mississippi law only enables licensed wholesalers to sell and distribute alcoholic beverages to Mississippi retailers.
No, Mississippi wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Mississippi does not require out-of-state suppliers to provide a report on the ciders they have sold into the state.
Missouri
How does Missouri define "cider"?
Missouri does not have a specific definition of cider. However, ciders would generally fall within the state's definition of "wine" as "a vinous liquor produced by fermentation of juices of grapes, berries or other fruits or a preparation of certain vegetables by fermentation, and containing alcohol not in excess of twenty-two percent (22%) by volume." - 11 CSR 70-2.010(15)
No, Missouri is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Missouri.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Missouri.
Missouri requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Outstate Solicitor's License to sell to Missouri wholesalers.
A Missouri Outstate Solicitor's License costs $100.
Missouri requires Outstate Solicitor's License applicants to hold a bond of between $1,000 and $100,000 in the state, depending on the applicant's annual sales in the state.
No, Missouri does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, Missouri requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Missouri does not require posting prices.
Yes, Missouri requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Missouri requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Missouri does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Missouri, wholesalers only may provide retailers with samples, and only of brands the retailer has not purchased before in containers less than 750 mL. All taxes must be paid.
Yes, in Missouri there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, in Missouri labels may only be registered by Primary Source and wholesalers may only purchase from label registrants.
Yes, Missouri requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Missouri imposes a tax on cider of $0.42 per gallon.
Yes, Missouri requires out-of-state suppliers to remit themselves the excise tax on ciders they sell into the state.
Missouri requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the Sales to Wholesale Dealers Monthly Report.
Montana
How does Montana define "cider"?
In Montana, "hard cider" means an alcoholic beverage that is made from the alcoholic fermentation of the juices of apples or pears and that contains not less than 0.5% of alcohol by volume and not more than 8.5% of alcohol by volume, including but not limited to flavored, sparkling, or carbonated cider - 16-1-106(14). However, the Montana definition of Table Wine explicitly states that it includes cider products. (16-1-106(32))
What are the rules in Montana for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In Montana, ciders with an ABV greater than 8.5% may be sold and regulated as a wine, the main difference being a greater excise tax rate.
Yes, Montana is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
Yes, out-of-state cider manufacturers who are holders of an "Out-of-State Winery License" may sell both to Montana wholesalers and retailers but only using their own equipment.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Montana.
Montana requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Foreign Winery or Importer to sell to Montana wholesalers.
A Montana Foreign Winery or Importer license fee varies depending on how much cider will be sold into the state per year. There is no fee if shipping 60 or fewer cases per year, $100 if shipping 61-500 cases, $200 if shipping 501-1,000 cases, $300 if shipping 1,001-2000 cases, $400 if shipping more than 2,000 cases.
Montana does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Montana does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, Montana requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Montana does not require posting prices.
Yes, Montana requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Montana requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Montana does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Montana, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
Yes, in Montana there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, Montana does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Montana requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Montana imposes a tax on cider of $0.037 per liter.
No, Montana wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Montana requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the WSM Monthly Report of Wine.
Nebraska
How does Nebraska define "cider"?
In Nebraska, hard cider means still wine (1)(a) derived primarily from apples or apple concentrate and water such that apple juice, or the equivalent amount of concentrate reconstituted to the original brix of the juice prior to concentration, represents more than fifty percent of the volume of the finished product or (b) derived primarily from pears or pear concentrate and water such that pear juice, or the equivalent amount of concentrate reconstituted to the original brix of the juice prior to concentration, represents more than fifty percent of the volume of the finished product, (2) containing at least one-half of one percent and less than eight and one-half percent alcohol by volume, (3) having the taste, aroma, and characteristics generally attributed to hard cider, and (4) sold or offered for sale as hard cider. - 53-103.44
What are the rules in Montana for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In Montana, ciders with an ABV greater than 8.5% may be sold and regulated as a wine, the main difference being a greater excise tax rate.
No, Nebraska is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Nebraska.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Nebraska.
Nebraska requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Type "S" Shipping License to sell to Nebraska wholesalers.
A Nebraska Type S License costs $1,000.
Nebraska does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Nebraska does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
No, Nebraska does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, Nebraska does not require posting prices.
No, Nebraska does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Nebraska does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Nebraska does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
In Nebraska, suppliers can provide samples to retailers but they must be delivered through a wholesaler and taxes must be paid.
No, in Nebraska there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Nebraska has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Nebraska requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Nebraska imposes a tax on cider of $0.95 per gallon.
No, Nebraska wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Nebraska requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the 35-7080 LCC Spirits and Wine Monthly Report.
Nevada
How does Nevada define "cider"?
Nevada does not have a specific definition of cider. However, ciders would fall generally under the state's definition of "wine" as "any alcoholic beverage obtained by the fermentation of the natural content of fruits or other agricultural products containing sugar." - 369.140What are the rules in Montana for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In Montana, ciders with an ABV greater than 8.5% may be sold and regulated as a wine, the main difference being a greater excise tax rate.
No, Nevada is not a control state.
No, Nevada is not a control state.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Nevada.
Nevada requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Certificate of Compliance to sell to Nevada wholesalers.
A Nevada Certificate of Compliance costs $50.
Nevada does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Nevada does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, Nevada requires that suppliers submit a list of cider brands they will sell in Nevada that has been signed by their assigned wholesaler.
No, Nevada does not require posting prices.
Yes, Nevada requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators. The wholesaler signature must be on the brand registration form.
No, Nevada does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Nevada does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Nevada, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
Yes, in Nevada there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Nevada has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Nevada requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Nevada imposes a tax on cider of $0.70 per gallon.
No, Nevada wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Nevada requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the LTD 04 Report of Shipments of Alcoholic Beverages.
New Hampshire
How does New Hampshire define "cider"?
In New Hampshire, "cider'' means either the naturally fermented expressed juice of apples or the fermented expressed juice of apples to which activated yeast is added, containing not less than 1/2 of one percent alcohol by volume at 60 degrees Fahrenheit, which may contain flavoring, coloring or related ingredients and may be carbonated or fermented in a sealed container to produce a sparkling beverage or liquor. Cider, as defined here, shall not include cider as defined in RSA 434:40-a. - RSA 175-1(XVI-a). Generally a "cider" with be sold in New Hampshire as a "beverage," distributed in the private sector. However, ciders with an ABV greater than 6% must receive special approval from the Control Commission.In Montana, ciders with an ABV greater than 8.5% may be sold and regulated as a wine, the main difference being a greater excise tax rate.
What are the rules in New Hampshire for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In New Hampshire, higher-ABV ciders that are marketed and sold as "apple wines" may be regulated as a form of Table Wine, which may require it to be sold through the state's control board.
Yes, New Hampshire is a control state. However, ciders are generally sold in the private sector, though ciders with an ABV greater than 6% (or "specialty ciders" with an ABV greater than 8%) must first be specially approved for sale by the Control Commission.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in New Hampshire.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in New Hampshire.
New Hampshire requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Beverage Vendor License to sell to New Hampshire wholesalers.
A New Hampshire Beverage Vendor license costs $720 annually for limited sales (less than 200 barrels sold annually), or $1,920 annually for unlimited sales.
New Hampshire does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
New Hampshire does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, New Hampshire requires that all cider products be registered per label before they may be sold in the state.
Yes, New Hampshire requires that all cider products be registered per label before they may be sold in the state.
Yes, New Hampshire requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, New Hampshire requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, New Hampshire prohibits Beverage Vendor licensees from assigning more than one wholesaler to distribute any brand or label in all or part of any designated territory.
Yes, New Hampshire prohibits Beverage Vendor licensees from assigning more than one wholesaler to distribute any brand or label in all or part of any designated territory.
Yes, in New Hampshire there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, New Hampshire wholesalers may only accept products from the Beverage Vendor licensee who has registered those labels, unless such sale is accompanied by authorizing documentation.
Yes, New Hampshire requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
New Hampshire imposes a tax on cider of $0.30 per gallon.
No, New Hampshire wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
In New Hampshire, out-of-state suppliers must file the 258/334 Report monthly to report their sales of Beverages to New Hampshire wholesalers.
New Jersey
How does New Jersey define "cider"?
In New Jersey, "hard cider" means a fermented alcoholic beverage derived primarily from apples, pears, apple juice concentrate and water, or pear juice concentrate and water, which may include spices, herbs, honey, or other flavoring, and which contains at least one half of one percent but less than eight and one half percent alcohol by volume - 33-1-10.2f. Within New Jersey's excise tax statutes, the state also defines cider as a subset of wine products, but with a lower tax rate when its ABV is between 3.2-7% (54:43-1(e)).
No, New Jersey is not a control state.
Yes, cideries producing no more than 250,000 gallons per year may apply for an Out-of-State Winery License, permitting direct-to-consumer shipping in New Jersey, and with an additional fee, direct-to-retail sales permission. Use of common carriers to fulfill sales to retailers is not permitted.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in New Jersey.
New Jersey requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Out-of-State Winery License, for those producing no more than 250,000 gallons. Larger cideries must either consign their products to a New Jersey wholesaler outside of the state or receive a wholesaler license themselves.
A New Jersey Out-of-State Winery License costs $938. Cideries that opt to establish a business presence in New Jersey can get a Wine Wholesale License (permitting distribution of all wine products) for $3,750. A Limited Wholesale License (permitting distribution of only beer and "naturally fermented wines") for $1,875, or a Plenary Wholesale License (permitting sale of all alcoholic products) for $8,750.
Depending on the license applied for and the amount of annual sales, a cidery getting licensed to sell in New Jersey may be required to hold a bond of between $1,000 and $1,000,000 in the state.
Yes, New Jersey requires salespersons employed by an out-of-state winery licensee or in-state wholesaler licensee to hold a Solicitor's Permit.
Yes, New Jersey requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers, which can be done by the brand owner or their authorized agent.
Yes, New Jersey requires parties licensed as in-state wholesalers to regularly post their prices with the state.
No, New Jersey does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators. However, assigned wholesalers must be listed on the brand label registration.
No, New Jersey does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, New Jersey does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In New Jersey, a separate sampling permit is required for suppliers to provide samples to retailers. Wholesalers may then distribute clearly labeled samples through their New Jersey solicitors. Records must be maintained.
No, in New Jersey there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, New Jersey has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, New Jersey has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
In New Jersey, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.15 per gallon, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $0.875 per gallon.
No, New Jersey does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit the excise taxes unless they operate as a licensed New Jersey-based Cider Wholesaler.
New Jersey requires out-of-state cider suppliers licensed as a New Jersey wholesaler to file the R-2 Wholesalers Tax Sales Report.
New Mexico
How does New Mexico define "cider"?
In New Mexico, "cider" means an alcoholic beverage made from the normal alcoholic fermentation of the juice of sound, ripe apples or pears that contains not less than one-half of one percent alcohol by volume and not more than eight and one-half percent alcohol by volume - 60-3A-3(D). The New Mexico ABC has confirmed that it generally treats ciders as wine products, following federal law.
No, New Mexico is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in New Mexico.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in New Mexico.
New Mexico requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Nonresident Liquor License to sell to New Mexico wholesalers.
The cost of a New Mexico Nonresident Liquor License can vary widely depending on the supplier's annual billing for products sold into the state, ranging from a low of $300 for annual billing of $50,000 or less to $10,500 for annual billing of more than $3 million. Licenses last for three years.
New Mexico does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, New Mexico does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, New Mexico requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, New Mexico does not require posting prices.
Yes, New Mexico requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, New Mexico does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, New Mexico does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In New Mexico, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
Yes, in New Mexico there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, New Mexico has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, in New Mexico goods may be shipped only to New Mexico wholesalers, and must be unloaded at their facility and come into their inventory.
New Mexico imposes a tax on cider of $0.41 per gallon.
No, New Mexico wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
New Mexico requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file a monthly report summarizing their invoices of sales made to wholesalers.
New York
How does New York define "cider"?
In New York, (a) "Cider" means the partially or fully fermented juice of fresh, whole apples or other pome fruits, containing more than three and two-tenths per centum but not more than eight and one-half per centum alcohol by volume: (i) to which nothing has been added to increase the alcoholic content produced by natural fermentation; and (ii) with the usual cellar treatments and necessary additions to correct defects due to climate, saccharine levels and seasonal conditions. Nothing contained in this subdivision shall be deemed to preclude the use of such methods or materials as may be necessary to encourage a normal alcoholic fermentation and to make a product that is free of microbiological activity at the time of sale. Cider may be sweetened or flavored after fermentation with fruit juice, fruit juice concentrate, sugar, maple syrup, honey, spices or other agricultural products, separately or in combination. Cider may contain retained or added carbon dioxide. (b) In the event that an alcoholic beverage meets the definition of both a cider, as defined in this subdivision, and a wine, as defined in subdivision thirty-six of this section, the brand or trade name label owner of such alcoholic beverage shall designate whether such alcoholic beverage shall be sold as a cider or a wine for all purposes under this chapter. - NY ABC Law 1-3(7-b)In New Hampshire, higher-ABV ciders that are marketed and sold as "apple wines" may be regulated as a form of Table Wine, which may require it to be sold through the state's control board.
What are the rules in New York for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In New York, ciders that have an ABV greater than the 8.5% threshold or that are labeled and sold as "apple wines" may be regulated as wine.
No, New York is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in New York.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not ship direct to consumers in New York.
New York requires a Negotiator's Annual Permit for out-of-state suppliers to sell to in-state wholesalers. This allows an out-of-state cider maker to designate one or more New York wholesalers as their instate "Brand Agent." Thereafter, the Brand Agent is responsible for meeting compliance requirements. Alternatively, an out-of-state cider maker may receive a Cider Wholesaler's license, if it maintains a premises in the state.
New York charges $620 for a three-year Negotiator's Permit for out-of-state suppliers to sell to in-state wholesalers, and $525 for a three-year Cider Wholesalers license, which also requires maintaining an office in New York state.
New York requires applicants for a Cider Wholesaler license to hold a $1,000 bond.
Yes, New York requires a Solicitor's Permit for suppliers' agents operating in the state.
Yes, New York requires that cider products be registered per COLA before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, New York does not require posting prices. Suppliers must inform wholesalers of price changes, but only licensed wholesalers need to file prices with the SLA.
No, New York does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, New York does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, New York does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In New York, only licensed solicitors working for a supplier or wholesaler may carry samples of spirits for tasting by a retailer in the state. No more than two cider containers may be provided to a retailer at a time and they may not be left with the retailer.
No, there are no franchise rules in New York that can restrict a cider supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, New York has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
No, in New York there are no specific come to rest provisions.
New York imposes a tax on cider of $0.0379. Note that apple-based products with an ABV greater than 8.5% or that are labeled and sold as "apple wines" will be taxed as wines instead, at $0.30 per gallon.
No, New York does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit the excise taxes unless they are licensed as a Cider Wholesaler.
New York does not require out-of-state suppliers to file any follow-up reports on their sales to in-state wholesalers unless licensed as a Cider Wholesaler.
North Carolina
How does North Carolina define "cider"?
North Carolina does not have a specific definition of cider. However, ciders would fall generally under the state's definition of "unfortified wine" as a beverage alcohol "of sixteen percent (16%) or less alcohol by volume made by fermentation from grapes, fruits, berries, rice, or honey; or by the addition of pure cane, beet, or dextrose sugar; or by the addition of pure brandy from the same type of grape, fruit, berry, rice, or honey that is contained in the base wine and produced in accordance with the regulations of the United States." - 18b-101(15)
Yes, North Carolina is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in North Carolina.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in North Carolina.
North Carolina requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Nonresident Wine Vendor license to sell to North Carolina wholesalers.
A North Carolina Nonresident Wine Vendor license costs $100.
Generally, North Carolina does not require license applicants to hold a bond in the state, but based on circumstances, the ABC may require a Nonresident Vendor to furnish a bond of no more than $2,000.
Yes, North Carolina requires salespersons employed by suppliers to hold a Vendor's Representative License.
Yes, North Carolina requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, North Carolina does not require posting prices.
Yes, North Carolina requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, North Carolina requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators, but only if distributing a total of 1,250 cases into the state.
Yes, North Carolina has rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In North Carolina, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
Yes, in North Carolina there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, North Carolina has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, North Carolina requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
North Carolina imposes a tax on cider of $0.2634 per liter.
Not inherently, but Nonresident Wine Vendors may elect to pay excise taxes in place of their North Carolina wholesalers.
North Carolina requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the B-C-786 form.
North Dakota
How does North Dakota define "cider"?
North Dakota does not have a specific definition of cider. However, ciders would fall generally under the state's definition of "wine" as an "alcoholic beverage obtained by fermentation of agricultural products containing natural or added sugar or such beverage fortified with brandy and containing not more than twenty-four percent alcohol by volume." - 5-01-01(20).
No, North Dakota is not a control state.
Yes, licensed cideries that produce no more than 50,000 gallons per year may apply for additional licensing to sell directly to retailers in North Dakota using either their own delivery equipment or common carriers. Delivery by the cidery's own equipment or by common carrier each may not exceed 4,500 cases annually.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in North Dakota.
North Dakota requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Alcoholic Beverage Supplier License to sell to North Dakota wholesalers.
North Dakota does not charge for an Alcoholic Beverage Supplier License, but suppliers must still renew their license annually .
North Dakota does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, North Dakota does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
No, North Dakota does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, North Dakota does not require posting prices.
No, North Dakota does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, North Dakota does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, North Dakota does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In North Dakota, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
No, in North Dakota there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, North Dakota has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
No, North Dakota does not require cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
North Dakota imposes a tax on cider of $0.50 per gallon.
No, North Dakota wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
North Dakota requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the Schedule A, Suppliers Monthly Report of Sales to Distributors.
Ohio
How does Ohio define "cider"?
In Ohio, "cider" means all liquids fit to use for beverage purposes that contain one-half of one per cent of alcohol by volume, but not more than six per cent of alcohol by weight, and that are made through the normal alcoholic fermentation of the juice of sound, ripe apples, including, without limitation, flavored, sparkling, or carbonated cider and cider made from pure condensed apple must - 4301-01(21). However, per Ohio's definition of wine (4301-01(3)), ciders are treated as wines, except for tax purposes.In Montana, ciders with an ABV greater than 8.5% may be sold and regulated as a wine, the main difference being a greater excise tax rate.
Yes, Ohio is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
Yes, cideries producing no more than 250,000 gallons per year, and who qualify for the Federal Wine Tax Credit, may apply for a B-2A Permit that is supplemental to their supplier permit, and allows sales directly to Ohio retailers.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Ohio.
Ohio requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Out of State Suppliers License (Type S-5) to sell to Ohio wholesalers.
An Ohio Out of state Suppliers License costs $300 for cideries producing 250,000 gallons or more annually, or $76 for wineries producing less than 250,000 gallons annually.
Ohio does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Ohio requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Solicitor's Registration Card.
Yes, Ohio requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Ohio does not require posting prices.
No, Ohio does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators. However, assigned wholesalers must be listed with label registrations and agreements with distributors must be in writing. Or, after six months a franchise relationship is deemed to have been created dictated by Ohio statutes.
Yes, Ohio requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Ohio requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
In Ohio, suppliers can provide a maximum of 750mL size for containers as samples to retailers and they must be clearly marked as samples. They can only be provided by holders of a Solicitor's Registration Card.
Yes, in Ohio there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Ohio has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Ohio requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Ohio imposes a tax on cider of $0.24 per gallon.
No, Ohio wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Ohio requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file duplicates of wholesaler invoices with the Department of Taxation monthly.
Oklahoma
How does Oklahoma define "cider"?
In Oklahoma, "cider" means any alcoholic beverage obtained by the alcoholic fermentation of fruit juice, including but not limited to flavored, sparkling or carbonated cider. For the purposes of the manufacture of this product, cider may be manufactured by either manufacturers or brewers. For the purposes of the distribution of this product, cider may be distributed by either wine and spirits wholesalers or beer distributors. - 37a-1-103(13).
No, Oklahoma is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Oklahoma.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Oklahoma.
Oklahoma requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Nonresidential Seller License, which allows the holder to sell to Oklahoma wholesalers and act as their own Broker; or a Nonresident Manufacturer License, which does not allow the holder to act as their own Broker.
An Oklahoma Nonresidential Seller License costs $3,250. A Nonresidential Manufacturer License costs $150, if selling 50 or fewer cases per year, $300 to sell 51-500 cases per year, or $600 to sell more than 500 cases per year.
Oklahoma does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Oklahoma requires salespersons employed by suppliers to hold a Manufacturer's Agent License.
Yes, Oklahoma requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
Yes, Oklahoma requires suppliers to regularly post their prices with the state.
No, Oklahoma does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Oklahoma does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Oklahoma does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
In Oklahoma, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
No, in Oklahoma there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, Oklahoma does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Oklahoma requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Oklahoma imposes a tax on cider of $0.19 per liter.
No, Oklahoma wholesalers, not out-of-state suppliers, are required to pay the excise tax on ciders sold in the state.
Oklahoma requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the ALC-5009 Excise Tax Return for licensed Nonresident Dealers.
Oregon
How does Oregon define "cider"?
In Oregon, "For the purposes of this chapter, 'cider' means an alcoholic beverage made from the fermentation of the juice of apples or pears that contains not more than 8.5 percent of alcohol by volume, including, but not limited to, flavored, sparkling or carbonated cider." - 471.023
What are the rules in Oregon for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In Oregon, ciders that have an ABV that exceeds the 8.5% threshold may be regulated as a wine, which may then apply a higher excise tax rate.
Yes, Oregon is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
Yes, cideries holding a Certificate of Approval may apply for an additional Self-Distribution License in Oregon. Only retailers who have received authorization from the OLCC may receive self-distributions.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Oregon.
Oregon requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Certificate of Approval to sell to Oregon wholesalers.
Oregon requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Certificate of Approval to sell to Oregon wholesalers.
Oregon does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Oregon does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
No, Oregon does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, Oregon does not require posting prices.
No, Oregon does not require cider makers to file Distributor Agreements with state regulators.
No, Oregon does not require cider makers to file distributor territory assignments with state regulators.
No, Oregon does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Oregon, suppliers can provide samples only of brands that are not currently carried by the retailer and in containers no larger than five liters. All samples must have taxes paid and must be clearly labeled as samples.
No, in Oregon there are not franchise rules that can restrict a cider maker's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, Oregon does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
No, Oregon does not require cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Oregon imposes a tax on cider of $2.60 per 31-gallon barrel.
No, Oregon does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit excise taxes on their products sold in the state.
No, Oregon does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit excise taxes on their products sold in the state.
Pennsylvania
How does Pennsylvania define "cider"?
In Pennsylvania, “alcoholic cider” shall mean a beverage which may contain carbonation in an amount not to exceed six and four tenths grams per liter, produced through alcoholic fermentation, which is primarily derived from apples, apple juice concentrate and water or pears, pear juice concentrate and water, consisting of at least one-half of one per centum, but not greater than eight and one-half per centum, alcohol by volume and sold or offered for sale as alcoholic cider and not as a wine or as a substitute for wine, in bottles, cases, kegs, cans or other suitable containers of the type used for the sale of malt or brewed beverages in this Commonwealth - 47 P.S. 1-102. Pennsylvania's definitions go on to indicate that "alcoholic cider" is considered a "malt or brewed beverage" for regulatory purposes.
What are the rules in Pennsylvania for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In Pennsylvania, ciders that have an ABV that exceeds the 8.5% threshold may be regulated as a wine.
Yes, Pennsylvania is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Pennsylvania.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Pennsylvania, but only under the state's beer shipping laws.
Pennsylvania does not require out-of-state cideries to hold a specific license to sell to wholesalers in the state. However, sales may only be made to licensed Importers or Importing Distributors, who can only be Pennsylvania residents. Out-of-state manufacturers must notify the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board of their distribution relationships, and recieve an LID number for reporting, which is assigned upon first registering a label with the PLCB.
Pennsylvania does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Pennsylvania does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, Pennsylvania requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Pennsylvania does not require posting prices.
Yes, Pennsylvania requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Pennsylvania requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Pennsylvania does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Pennsylvania, suppliers can provide samples to retailers but they must comply with regulations including labeling and representative requirements.
Yes, in Pennsylvania there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, in Pennsylvania wholesalers may only purchase from OOS suppliers when they have been authorized to do so.
Yes, Pennsylvania requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Pennsylvania imposes a tax on cider of $0.08 per gallon.
Yes, Pennsylvania requires out-of-state cider makers to remit themselves the excise tax on ciders they sell into the state.
Pennsylvania requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the Monthly REV-1052 Report.
Rhode Island
How does Rhode Island define "cider"?
Rhode Island's definition of "wine" (3-1--1(17)), specifically excludes ciders (fermented apple beverages) with an ABV of 6% or less. As indicated by the Rhode Island Liquor Control FAQ, ciders with an ABV of 6% or less are regulated as malt beverages, and as wines if over 6% ABV.
No, Rhode Island is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Rhode Island.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Rhode Island, but only limited quantities that were purchased when the Rhode Island resident was physically present at the cidery's premises.
Rhode Island requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Certificate of Compliance and Affirmation to sell to Rhode Island wholesalers.
Rhode Island does not charge to receive a Certificate of Compliance, but the application is done concurrent with brand registrations, which cost $40 per brand annually.
Rhode Island does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Rhode Island requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold an Agent's License.
Yes, Rhode Island requires that cider products are registered per brand before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Rhode Island does not require posting prices.
Yes, Rhode Island requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Rhode Island does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Rhode Island does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Rhode Island, suppliers may provide no more than 3 gallons of any brand for sampling by a retailer, limited to brands not purchased by the retailer in the previous 12 months.
Yes, Rhode Island has franchise laws for malt beverages that may affect the ability for cider makers to structure their distributor contracts for ciders with an ABV less than 6%. However, there are no franchise laws for wines in Rhode Island, so higher ABV ciders should not be affected by those. It is recommended to consult an attorney to fully understand how franchise rules may affect you.
Yes, Rhode Island has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Rhode Island requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
In Rhode Island, ciders with an ABV of 6% or less are taxed at $3.00 per 31-gallon barrel, and ciders with an ABV greater than 6% are taxed at $0.60 per gallon.
No, Rhode Island does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit excise taxes on their products sold in the state.
Rhode Island requires suppliers to file a monthly list of their wholesaler invoices with state regulators.
South Carolina
How does South Carolina define "cider"?
South Carolina does not have a specific definition of ciders. However, the South Carolina Alcohol Beverage Licensing Board has confirmed that the state follows federal designations, and so most ciders will be regulated as wines in the state.
No, South Carolina is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in South Carolina.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in South Carolina.
South Carolina requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Beer/Wine Producer or Importer license to sell to South Carolina wholesalers.
A South Carolina Beer/Wine Producer or Importer license costs $400 for a two-year license.
South Carolina does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, South Carolina does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, South Carolina requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, South Carolina does not require posting prices.
No, South Carolina does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators. Wholesalers designated in brand registrations must be in good standing with the ABC.
No, South Carolina does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, South Carolina does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In South Carolina, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
No, in South Carolina there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, South Carolina has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, South Carolina requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
South Carolina imposes a tax on cider of $0.2535 per liter.
No, South Carolina does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit excise taxes on their products sold in the state.
South Carolina requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the L-BW-I-4 Report of Wine Shipments.
South Dakota
How does South Dakota define "cider"?
In South Dakota, "cider" encompasses any alcoholic beverage obtained by the fermentation of the juice of apples or pears that contains not less than one-half of one percent of alcohol by volume and not more than ten percent of alcohol by weight, including flavored, sparkling, or carbonated cider. - 35-1-1(3A)
What are the rules in South Dakota for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In South Dakota, apple wines with an ABV that exceed 10.5% may be regulated as other wines.
No, South Dakota is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in South Dakota.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not ship direct to consumers in South Dakota.
South Dakota does not require out-of-state cider suppliers to be licensed by the state to sell to South Dakota wholesalers.
No, South Dakota does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, South Dakota requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, South Dakota does not require posting prices.
No, South Dakota does not require cider makers to file Distributor Agreements state regulators.
No, South Dakota does not require cider makers to file their territory assignments with state regulators.
No, South Dakota does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In South Dakota, suppliers can provide a maximum of three liters as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased in the last 12 months.
No, in South Dakota there are not franchise rules that can apply to cider suppliers and their ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, South Dakota has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, South Dakota requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
South Dakota imposes a tax on cider of $0.28 per gallon.
No, South Dakota does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit excise taxes on their products sold in the state.
South Dakota requires suppliers to file a monthly report detailing their sales to wholesalers.
Tennessee
How does Tennessee define "cider"?
Tennessee does not have a specific definition of cider. However, Tennessee's definition of wine (57-3-101(24), specifically requires wines to be made from grapes; as such, the Tennessee ABC has confirmed that they will treat most ciders as a malt beverage product, though high-ABV (greater than 8.5%) "apple wines" may be sold as a wine in the state.
What are the rules in Tennessee for selling "apple wines" or other fruit-based alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content above the stated threshold for "ciders"?
In Tennessee, ciders that have an ABV that exceeds the 8.5% threshold may be regulated as a wine.
No, Tennessee is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Tennessee.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not ship direct to consumers in Tennessee.
Tennessee requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Non-resident Seller's License to sell to Tennessee wholesalers.
A Tennessee Non-resident Seller's License costs $150 if selling less than 100 cases annually to the state, or $250 annually for unlimited sales.
Tennessee does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Tennessee requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Suppliers Representative Permit.
Yes, Tennessee requires that cider products are registered per brand before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Tennessee does not require posting prices.
Yes, Tennessee requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Tennessee requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Tennessee does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Tennessee, cider suppliers may provide no more than one 1.75mL container per brand per retailer, and only of brands that the retailer has not purchased in the previous 12 months.
Yes, in Tennessee there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Tennessee has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Tennessee requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Tennessee imposes a barrelage tax on cider at a rate of $4.29 per 31-gallon barrel, and separate wholesale tax of $35.60 per 31-gallon barrel. Both taxes are to be paid by the Tennessee wholesaler, but are remitted separately to different state and local agencies.
No, Tennessee does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit excise taxes on their products sold in the state.
Tennessee requires cider suppliers to file a monthly report providing copies of their wholesaler invoices.
Texas
How does Texas define "cider"?
Texas' statutes do not provide a specific definition of cider. However, ciders would fall generally under the statutory definition of wine, as a "product obtained from the alcoholic fermentation of juice of sound ripe grapes, fruits, berries, or honey, and includes wine coolers and saké" (Texas Bev Alc Law 1-04(7)). Further, the Texas ABC website confirms that ciders are a type of "wine" and ciders are mentioned as a wine within Texas ABC Regulations for marketing practices (TAC 16-3-45.2(17)).
No, Texas is not a control state.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Texas.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Texas.
Texas requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Nonresident Seller's License to sell to Texas wholesalers.
A Texas Nonresident Seller's License costs $1,800 for a two-year term.
Texas does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
No, Texas does not require suppliers' representatives to be licensed.
Yes, Texas requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Texas does not require posting prices.
No, Texas does not require Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, Texas does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Texas does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Texas, wholesalers only may provide retailers with samples, and no more than three liters of brands the retailer has not purchased before.
No, in Texas there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Texas has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Texas requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Texas imposes a tax on cider of $0.204 per gallon.
No, Texas does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit excise taxes on their products sold in the state.
Texas requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the C-205 Nonresident Seller's Report.
Utah
How does Utah define "cider"?
In Utah, "hard cider" means the same as that term is defined in 26 U.S.C. Sec. 5041. - 32b-1-102(48) [i.e., as wine].
Yes, Utah is a control state and cider must be distributed through the Utah Control Board.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Utah.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not ship direct to consumers in Utah.
No license is required for out-of-state cider suppliers to sell to the Utah ABC.
In Utah, suppliers are not required to have a local representative, but if they do engage someone to review their operations with the ABC, that person must be a Utah resident or corporation and hold a Manufacturer's Representative License.
Yes, Utah requires that any ciders being sold to the state control board be "listed" with the state.
Yes, suppliers selling through the Utah control board will need to maintain a regular pricing model with the state.
No, Utah does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Utah, suppliers may only provide samples to retailers at trade shows, and only if they comply with extensive regulatory restrictions.
No, in Utah there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, Utah does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Utah requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Instead of excise taxes, Utah imposes a standard mark-up on all products distributed through the Utah Control Board. More information on how they calculate a markup can be found here.
No, as a control state, the Utah Alcohol Beverage Control Board will directly apply the mark-up on ciders sold in Utah.
Utah only requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file a regular report on shipments made to military bases.
Vermont
How does Vermont define "cider"?
Vermont does not have a specific definition of cider. However, ciders would fall generally under the state's definition of wine, as they include "all fermented beverages of any name or description manufactured or obtained for sale from the natural sugar content of fruits or other agricultural product, containing sugar, the alcoholic content of which is not less than one percent nor more than 16 percent by volume at 60 degrees Fahrenheit" - 7-1-2(41).
Yes, Vermont is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
Yes, holders of a Vermont Direct Ship to Retail License may sell up to 5,000 gallons a year directly to Vermont retailers, but no more than 100 gallons may be sold to any individual retailer.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Vermont.
Vermont requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Certificate of Approval to Distribute Vinous Beverages to sell to Vermont wholesalers.
A Vermont Certificate of Compliance costs $985.
Vermont does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Vermont does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Vermont requires suppliers to register their products sold in the state with the Agency of Natural Resources to comply with the state's Bottle Bill.
No, Vermont does not require posting prices.
Yes, Vermont requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators through an application for a Certificate of Approval.
Yes, Vermont requires territory assignments to be filed through the application for a Certificate of Approval.
Yes, Vermont has rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Vermont, samples may only be brought to a retailer at the request of the retailer. Notice may need to be provided to the LCB before a sampling can proceed.
Yes, in Vermont there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, Vermont does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Vermont requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Vermont imposes a tax on cider with an ABV of 7% or less of $0.265 per gallon, and on cider with an ABV greater than 7% of $0.55 per gallon.
No, Vermont does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit excise taxes on their products sold in the state.
Vermont does not require out-of-state suppliers to provide a report on the ciders they have sold into the state.
Virginia
How does Virginia define "cider"?
In Virginia, "wine" means any alcoholic beverage, including cider, obtained by the fermentation of the natural sugar content of fruits or other agricultural products containing (i) sugar, including honey and milk, either with or without additional sugar; (ii) one-half of one percent or more of alcohol by volume; and (iii) no product of distillation. "Wine" includes any wine to which wine spirits have been added, as provided in the Internal Revenue Code, to make products commonly known as "fortified wine" which do not exceed an alcohol content of 21 percent by volume. - 4.1-100
Yes, Virginia is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in Virginia.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Virginia.
Virginia requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Wine Importer's License to sell to Virginia wholesalers.
A Virginia Wine Importer's License costs $370, plus a $195 initial application fee.
Virginia does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Virginia requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Solicitor Salesman's Permit.
Yes, Virginia requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
Yes, Virginia requires suppliers to regularly post their prices with the state.
Yes, Virginia requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Virginia requires territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
Yes, Virginia has rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Virginia, only licensed representatives may provide samples of no more than 1.5 L, which are properly labeled as samples.
Yes, in Virginia there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, Virginia has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Virginia requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Virginia imposes a tax on cider of $0.40 per liter.
No, Virginia does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit excise taxes on their products sold in the state.
Virginia does not require out-of-state suppliers to provide a report on the ciders they have sold into the state.
Washington
How does Washington define "cider"?
In Washington, "wine" means any alcoholic beverage obtained by fermentation of fruits (grapes, berries, apples, et cetera) or other agricultural product containing sugar, to which any saccharine substances may have been added before, during or after fermentation, and containing not more than twenty-four percent of alcohol by volume, including sweet wines fortified with wine spirits, such as port, sherry, muscatel, and angelica, not exceeding twenty-four percent of alcohol by volume and not less than one-half of one percent of alcohol by volume - 66.04.010(48(a)). Ciders are further distinguished from other wine products sold in Washington for tax purposes, with ciders with an ABV of 8.5% or less receiving a lower excise tax rate (66.24.210(6)).
No, Washington is not a control state.
Yes, holders of a Certificate of Approval can sell directly to retailers in Washington if they receive an additional permit from the state.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Washington.
Washington requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Wine Out-of-State Certificate of Approval to sell to Washington wholesalers.
A Washington Out-of-State Certificate of Approval costs $200.
Washington does not require suppliers to hold a bond in the state to apply for a license.
Yes, Washington requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold an Agent License.
Yes, Washington requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, Washington does not require posting prices.
Yes, Washington requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators when applying for a COA.
No, Washington does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, Washington does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Washington, suppliers may provide a maximum of one liter as samples to retailers, but only of brands the retailer has not purchased previously.
No, in Washington there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, in Washington there are not franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
No, Washington does not require cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
Washington imposes a tax on cider of $0.2292 per liter.
No, Washington does not require out-of-state suppliers to remit excise taxes on their products sold in the state.
Washington requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the Liquor Shipment and Tax Report.
West Virginia
How does West Virginia define "cider"?
In West Virginia, hard cider means a type of wine that is derived primarily from the fermentation of apples, pears, peaches, honey, or other fruit, or from apple, pear, peach, or other fruit juice concentrate and water; contains no more than 0.64 grams of carbon dioxide per 100 milliliters; contains at least one half of one percent and less than 12 and one half percent alcohol by volume; and is advertised, labeled, offered for sale, or sold, as hard cider or cider containing alcohol, and not as a wine, wine product, or as a substitute for wine. 60-8A-1
Yes, West Virginia is a control state, but cider is sold in the private sector.
No, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may not self-distribute to retailers in West Virginia.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in West Virginia.
West Virginia requires out-of-state cideries to hold a Wine Supplier's License to sell to West Virginia wholesalers.
A West Virginia Wine Supplier's License costs $150.
West Virginia requires applicants for a Wine Supplier's License to hold a $10,000 corporate bond in the state.
Yes, West Virginia requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Sales Representative License, which is required to sell the supplier's products in the state.
Yes, West Virginia requires that cider products are registered per label before they can be sold to in-state wholesalers.
No, West Virginia does not require posting prices.
Yes, West Virginia requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators.
No, West Virginia does not require territory assignments to be filed with state regulators.
No, West Virginia does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In West Virginia, only wholesalers may provide samples to retailers, and only in bottles that are properly labeled and are no larger than 750 mL.
Yes, in West Virginia there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements.
Yes, West Virginia has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, West Virginia requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
West Virginia imposes a tax on cider of $0.226 per gallon. Further, cideries that are eligible for federal tax credits under 26 U.S.C. 5041(c)(1) are also eligible for credits on their West Virginia taxes for amounts taken out of bond up to 250,000 wine gallons. Cider is also exempted from the liter tax imposed on sales of other wines in West Virginia.
Yes, West Virginia requires out-of-state suppliers to remit themselves the excise tax on ciders they sell into the state.
West Virginia requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the WNE-01 Monthly Summary Report and Excise Tax Return.
Wisconsin
How does Wisconsin define "cider"?
In Wisconsin, “wine" means products obtained from the normal alcohol fermentation of the juice or must of sound, ripe grapes, other fruits or other agricultural products, imitation wine, compounds sold as wine, vermouth, cider, perry, mead and sake, if such products contain not less than 0.5 percent nor more than 21 percent of alcohol by volume. - 125-02(22)
No, Wisconsin is not a control state.
No, out-of-state cider manufacturers may not self-distribute to retailers in Wisconsin, except that small cideries (producing no more than 25,000 gallons in a year) may organize to create a Small Winery Cooperative Wholesaler, which can distribute the cider of its member wineries to Wisconsin retailers.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin requires out-of-state cideries to hold an Out-of-State Shipper's Permit to sell to Wisconsin wholesalers.
A Wisconsin Out-of-State Shipper's Permit costs $520 for a two-year license.
Wisconsin requires applicants for an Out-of-State Shipper's Permit to hold a bond of no less than $1,000 but no more than $100,000 in the state.
Yes, Wisconsin requires salespersons employed by a supplier to hold a Salesperson Permit, which is required to solicit orders in the state.
No, Wisconsin does not require that cider brands/labels be registered with the state.
No, Wisconsin does not require posting prices.
Yes, Wisconsin requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators. The wholesaler is to provide the state with notice of authority to distribute products.
Yes, Wisconsin requires Distributor Agreements to be filed with state regulators. The wholesaler is to provide the state with notice of authority to distribute products.
No, Wisconsin does not have rules on the exclusivity of territory or brand assignments between suppliers and their wholesalers.
In Wisconsin, retailers may be provided only with samples of brands that they have not previously purchased.
Yes, in Wisconsin there are franchise rules that can restrict a supplier's ability to negotiate or cancel their distributor agreements. Wisconsin applies general rules, not specific to wine, under its "Fair Dealership Law."
Yes, Wisconsin has sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
Yes, Wisconsin requires cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
In Wisconsin, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.0171 per liter, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $0,06605 per liter.
In Wisconsin, ciders with an ABV of 7% or less are taxed at $0.0171 per liter, and ciders with an ABV greater than 7% are taxed at $0,06605 per liter.
Wisconsin requires out-of-state cider suppliers to file the AB-130 & AB-131 Liquor Tax and Wholesale Schedule.
Wyoming
How does Wyoming define "cider"?
Wyoming does not have a specific definition of cider. However, only "malt beverages" are distinguished from the broader category of "alcoholic liquor" as defined by Wyoming statutes (12-1-101(a)(i)). As such, unless they are derived from malts, ciders would generally be treated as a subset of wines, which has been confirmed by the Wyoming Liquor Control Division.
Yes, Wyoming is a control state, and as a wine-type product, cider must be distributed through the Wyoming Liquor Control Division.
Yes, holders of an Out-of-State Shipper License for direct-to-consumer shipping in Wyoming may also sell directly to Wyoming retailers, but only of ciders that are not already listed for sale by the Beverage Control Division.
Yes, an out-of-state cider manufacturer may ship direct to consumers in Wyoming.
Wyoming does not requires out-of-state cideries to hold a license to sell to the Wyoming Beverage Control Board.
Yes, Wyoming requires any party who represents a wine producer in front of the Beverage Control Board to hold a Supplier's Representative license.
Yes, Wyoming requires that ciders sold through the state's control board be "listed" with the state.
Yes, suppliers selling through the Wyoming control board will need to maintain a regular pricing model with the state.
In Wyoming, not more than 1.5 L of any wine, nor more than three L total of all wines, may be provided to a retailer by a Licensed Industry Representative.
No, Wyoming does not have sourcing restrictions on from whom wholesalers can purchase.
No, Wyoming does not require cider to come to rest at a wholesaler warehouse before being delivered to retailers.
In Wyoming, instead of excise taxes, the Beverage Control Board imposes a standard mark-up on all wines.
No, as a control state, the Wyoming Liquor Control Division will directly apply the mark-up on ciders sold in Wyoming.
Wyoming does not require out-of-state suppliers to provide a report on the ciders they have sold into the state.