Compliance Sep 30, 2025 | Read Time: 4 minutes

Complimentary Alcohol for Customers in Florida: A Legal Guide for Non‑Alcohol Businesses

By Trevor Brewer

Florida salons, galleries, boutiques, professional offices, and even auto dealerships often ask if they can offer a glass of beer, wine, or bubbly as a courtesy to customers. The short answer: Yes—if it’s truly complimentary and handled carefully. Below is a practical roadmap grounded in Florida law, with concrete do’s and don’ts to keep your hospitality legal and low‑risk....

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Distilleries Sep 14, 2025 | Read Time: 4 minutes

What “Distilling, Rectifying, or Blending” Means Under § 565.03—and Why It Determines What Florida Craft Distilleries Can Sell

By Trevor Brewer

Florida’s craft distilleries’ identity depends on three manufacturing activities. Section 565.03 of the Florida Statutes repeatedly uses “distilling, rectifying, or blending” to define (1) what a branded product is, (2) who qualifies as a craft distillery, and (3) what a craft distillery may sell to consumers from its gift shop or tasting room. Understanding these terms is essential for...

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