The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 340A.301, subdivision 11, to permit limited home distillation of spirits for personal use without requiring a license. The new legal language allows individuals to distill spirits at home, alongside the existing provisions for the natural fermentation of fruit juices and brewing of beer. Additionally, it specifies that these beverages can be removed from the premises for use at organized events, such as tastings and competitions, provided they are made and transported safely. Importantly, the bill establishes a limit of 100 gallons of distilled spirits that an individual may produce per year.

Furthermore, the bill repeals Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 340A.705, which previously stated that the finding of an unauthorized still is prima facie evidence of possession for unlawful manufacture of alcoholic beverages. This repeal aligns with the new provisions allowing limited home distillation, thereby removing the potential legal implications associated with unauthorized stills in the context of personal distillation for family use.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 340A.301, 340A.705