How Lawyer Monastery Prioritizes Responsible Alcohol
Brooklyn, NY - Many trade shows offer alcoholic beverages in their activations and network opportunities and use many strategies to do this safely and successfully. Every year, the Bar Brooklyn’s BR BROOKLYN (an event organized by bar and beverage experts organized by RX) hosts a portfolio of curated exhibitors composed of advanced craft spirit brands and mixers. Trade Fair Director (TSE) spoke with Jackie Williams, vice president of events at BCB Brooklyn, RX Global, to see how the show fosters a safe, productive environment. Andrew: How does BCB Brooklyn prepare with exhibitors before the event to safely serve alcoholic beverages? Jackie: BCB Brooklyn prioritizes responsible alcohol services by enforcing strict compliance measures. Before the event, all exhibitors must complete and submit the required documents, including all products, including samples, marketing or catering licenses and insurance certificates, including Coke (label certificates). Jackie Williams, Vice President of Events, BCB Brooklyn, RX Global All exhibitors must follow a sample pouring guide of up…
President Trump threatens new tariffs on European alcohol
Today, on March 13, President Donald Trump announced potential tariffs on wine, cognac and other alcohols imported from Europe. The statement is in response to the EU's plan to impose tariffs on U.S. whiskey and other products since April, a countermeasure to Trump's 25% tariff on steel and aluminum that came into effect yesterday on March 12. The European Commission did not immediately comment on Trump's announcement. In 2024, the United States imported about $5.4 billion of wine from the EU, including about $1.7 billion of sparkling wine, according to the Census Bureau. It also imports more than $1 billion in beer and more than $3.5 billion in spirits such as vodka, gin and whiskey.
Understanding alcohol laws in South Africa: The simplified version
To operate legally in the alcohol industry in South Africa, make sure you meet all the necessary requirements. In this blog, we aim to alleviate the stress caused by information overload by providing you with a concise overview of the basic categories, definitions and distinctions related to South African alcohol regulations. Key institutions National Liquor Authority (NLA) Responsible for enforcing Section 59 of the National Liquor Act 2003 and regulating the production and distribution of liquor. Minister issues macro manufacturing or distribution certificate Under the Department of Trade, Industry and Commerce (DTIC) Consumer and Business Regulation Division Provincial Liquor Authority (PLA) Regulates micro-manufacturing and retail sales (direct sales to customers) and issues liquor licenses South African Revenue Service (SARS) Monitor, supervise and collect excise and other taxes, import and export licenses Wine category SARS lists 5 basic categories of alcohol. The 5 categories are: Spirits/alcoholic beverages: defined as "ethyl alcohol obtained by distillation of various base products, usually with an…
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