Legally Speaking: 30 Years After Federal Mandate, Time Has Come To Address Drinking Age
I saw a headline in the Wall Street Journal last week: “The Key to the Young Male Vote: Beer Democrats should embrace a reduction in the drinking age. (Republicans too.)” [Read More]
Gervasi Gin Is Best Of Class At ADI Spirits Competition
HAYWARD, Calif. — An Ohio-made gin was named Best of Category at the 2025 ADI International Spirits Competition. Gervasi Vineyard of Canton won the top award in the Signature Botanical Gin category with its Pink [Read More]
NRA ‘Disappointed’ Swipe Fees Not Addressed In Senate-Passed GENIUS Act
WASHINGTON — The National Restaurant Association voiced its disappointment that the U.S. Senate failed to address credit card processing fees prior to its recent passage of legislation regulating a form of cryptocurrency known as stablecoins. [Read More]
Product News: Kavalan Distillery
LAS VEGAS — Kavalan Distillery was awarded the Whisky of the Year award at the recent 2025 International Whisky Competition. [Read More]
Product News: Michter’s Distillery
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (PRNewswire) — Michter’s Distillery is releasing its Shenk’s Homestead Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey and Bomberger’s Declaration Kentucky Straight Bourbon in July. [Read More]
Bill Seeks Listing Of Allergens On Restaurant Menus
COLUMBUS — Legislation was introduced June 17 requiring food-service operators to denote any allergens that food on their menus contains. House Bill 364 mandates that food-service operations list on their menu or a menu board [Read More]
Ohio’s Yost Among Attorneys General Targeting Federal Gambling Loophole
COLUMBUS — A bipartisan group of 36 attorneys general is challenging a federal court ruling that risks creating a loophole for unregulated gambling. In an amicus brief, the group of AGs, co-led by Ohio Attorney [Read More]
New Products: Josh Cellars
STAMFORD, Conn. (PRNewswire) — Josh Cellars has announced the national rollout of its first-ever non-alcoholic offering, Josh Cellars Non-Alcoholic Sparkling. [Read More]
CAP Survey: Consumers Confused, Unaware Of THC Beverages
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — American adults are generally unfamiliar with and confused by beverages containing THC, according to a new survey from the Center for Alcohol Policy. A large majority of Americans are unaware and confused [Read More]
Expanding VLTs, eBingo Would Benefit On-Premises Permit Holders, Supporters Say
COLUMBUS — Legislation expanding lottery and bingo opportunities for bars and other businesses is the safest and least invasive way to expand gaming in Ohio, an executive of an Ohio bar owners group told members [Read More]
Legally Speaking: Beverage Alcohol Offered For Sale Must Be Acquired From Proper Source
Ohio law provides that no permit holder may possess any beer or intoxicating liquor not purchased from the Division of Liquor Control or from the holder of a permit issued by the division. [Read More]
Ohio Restaurants Projected To Add 21,000 Summer Jobs
WASHINGTON — Restaurants in Ohio are expected to see employment increase nearly 5 percent this summer, according to the National Restaurant Association’s 27th annual Eating and Drinking Place Summer Employment Forecast. Ohio eating and drinking [Read More]
Ohio Craft Breweries Contribute $1.29B To State’s Economy
COLUMBUS — Ohio’s craft brewing industry delivered $1.29 billion to the state's economy in 2024, according to the biennial economic impact report from the Ohio Craft Brewers Association. The impact report details the regional and [Read More]
House Bill 344 Expands Racino-type Terminals To Ohio Lottery Agents
COLUMBUS — Ohio lottery agents could expand their offerings with video lottery terminals under legislation introduced June 10 in the Ohio House of Representatives. House Bill 344 would expand the Ohio Lottery Commission’s operation of [Read More]
New Products: Buffalo Trace Distillery
FRANKFORT, Ky. — Buffalo Trace Distillery has introduced Eagle Rare 12, the latest age-stated addition to the Eagle Rare lineup. [Read More]
New Products: Ole Smoky
GATLINBURG, Tenn. (PRNewswire) — Ole Smoky Distillery has announced the nationwide launch of its limited-edition Moonshine Mandarins. The mandarin orange segments are soaked in Ole Smoky’s signature White Lightnin’ moonshine. [Read More]
2025 WBWAO Golf Outing
Celebrating their victory June 2 at the 2025 Wholesale Beer & Wine Association of Ohio annual golf outing, held in conjuction with the group’s annual business meeting at Moraine Country Club, is the foursome of [Read More]
Columbus’ Middle West Spirits Acquires Old Elk
COLUMBUS (PRNewswire) — Middle West Spirits here recently announced the acquisition of Colorado-based Old Elk Distillery and its related assets. Old Elk brings nationally recognized craftsmanship to Middle West's expanding branded portfolio, according to a [Read More]
DISCUS Issues Guide On Managing Distillery Visitor Safety, Site Security
WASHINGTON — The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States has released its new Visitor Safety & Site Security Best Practices Guide focused on managing visitor safety and facility security for the distilled spirits industry. [Read More]
New Products: Sazerac
COUNTY SLIGO, Ireland — The Sazerac Company has released its inaugural Irish whiskey from Hawk’s Rock Distillery: Garavogue 20 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey. [Read More]
Product News: Old Forester
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Old Forester has announce the national debut of one of its rarest expressions, President’s Choice. [Read More]
2025 Ohio Bar Expo Set For Oct. 20
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Bar Owners Association has announced its annual Ohio Bar Expo will be Oct. 20 at the Hollywood Casino in Columbus. According to a news release, the expo will offer networking with [Read More]
Legally Speaking: Three-Tier System Vital To State’s Regulation Of Alcohol
In an attempt to prevent the vertical integration of ownership which supported intemperate consumption, tied-house legislation was enacted. The most fundamental purpose of tied-house laws was the creation and preservation of the three-tier system. [Read More]
Liquor Control Launch Of OPAL, New Digital Portal, Is June 4
COLUMBUS — The Division of Liquor Control is launching its Ohio Permit and Licensing, or OPAL, system on June 4. OPAL is a comprehensive platform, marking a transition to an electronic system for all licensees. [Read More]
HB 209 Sponsor: Exempting Tips From Taxes Would Help Service Workers
COLUMBUS — A bartender-turned-lawmaker said he understands how important tips are to service workers and that a bill he sponsors is a way for such workers to keep a little more in their paychecks. House [Read More]