Businesses have a number of options for participating in the Florida alcoholic beverage industry. This chart compares common industry participation profiles on the basis of what they may do under Florida Beverage Law.
| Manufacturer | Distributor | Broker-Sales Agent | Importer | Unlicensed Brand Developer | Retailer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Create brand names | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Design brand packaging | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Obtain federal trademark registration on unique brand names and designs | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Formulate brand recipes | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Manufacturer alcoholic beverage products | X | |||||
| Contract manufacturers to produce brand products | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Purchase (without possession) brand products from producers in Florida | X | X | X | |||
| Purchase (without possession) brand products from producers outside Florida | X | X | ||||
| Arrange for internationally produced products to clear US customs | X | X | ||||
| Take physical possession of purchased products | X | X | ||||
| Store purchased products | X | X | ||||
| Transport purchased products | X | |||||
| Promote brands for sale to licensed retailers | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Promote brands for sale to retail customers | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Sell products to licensed distributors | X | X | X | X | ||
| Sell products to licensed retailers | X | |||||
| Sell products to retail customers | X |
Do you have questions about participating in the alcoholic beverages industry? Contact us to schedule a consultation with a beverage attorney.
Because we’re attorneys: Disclaimer. Posted September 10, 2023.