Distillery Resources

Whether you’re launching a new Florida distillery, or your distillery has been operating for years, these resources will help you understand and comply with the laws affect commercial production of distilled spirits.

Launching a Florida Distillery? We’re Here to Help.

Do Your Research

• So You Want to Start a Distillery
• BurningStill.com
• TTB’s Alcohol FAQ

Register with the TTB

• TTB: Distilled Spirits
• Getting Started in the Distilled Spirits Industry
• TTB Tutorials & Helpful Hints
• Permits Online System
• Permit Processing Times

Register with the Florida ABT

• Brewers’ Law 101: Florida Craft Distilling Licenses
• Distiller of Spirituous Liquor (DD license)
• ABT FAQs

Comply with City & County Ordinances:

• Common Zoning Challenges for Florida Beverage Manufacturers
• Before Choosing a Beverage Manufacturing Location: 5 Questions

Protect Your Brands & Labels

• TTB: Distilled Spirits Labeling
• TTB: Beverage Alcohol Manual
• TTB COLAs Online
• Florida ABT Label Registration
• US Patent and Trademark Office: Search Trademark Database

Get Approval for Your Formulas

• TTB: Obtaining Formula Approval

Stay Current with Taxes and Filings

• Federal Excise Tax Rates
• Florida Excise Tax Rates
• Filing Deadlines for Florida Beverage Manufacturers

Engage with Your Community

• American Distilling Institute

Grow & Succeed

• What to Expect When Your Expanding
• 2 & 10 … A Legal Budget For Successful Breweries, Wineries & Distilleries

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