The Alcohol Industry

Breweries, distilleries, wineries and cideries are among the fastest growing businesses in New York and are driving tourism within the state like never before. But with this growth comes numerous challenges—particularly for startups operations.

Alcohol production is among the most highly regulated industries in the United States, with virtually every aspect of the operation subject to federal and state oversight. Whether it’s applying for federal and state manufacturing licenses, seeking formula and label approval, maintaining and filing necessary paperwork or simply avoiding the many regulatory pitfalls hidden within the Federal Alcohol Administration Act and the New York State Alcohol Beverage Control Law, the regulatory environment is fraught with obstacles.

Our attorneys' extensive experience and knowledge of the industry can help ensure that you get off on the right foot and remain in compliance, allowing you to concentrate on what you do best.

We are also there for our clients in other matters that arise in the course of their operations. Thanks to our emphasis on teamwork across our practices and approach to solving problems, we bring the right professionals together to provide targeted guidance on the multiple dimensions of your business. We work with a diverse corporate clientele – from craft microbreweries, distilleries and cideries to major wine and alcohol-distributing corporations. Our attorneys provide a variety of services, including: