This bill amends the existing regulations surrounding brew pub licenses by allowing holders of such licenses to also obtain on-premises or off-premises licenses under specific conditions. The current law, RSA 178:13, XV, is repealed and replaced with new provisions that stipulate that a brew pub licensee cannot hold any other type of manufacturing license and is limited in their self-distribution capabilities. Specifically, brew pub licensees can self-distribute to only one on-premises license they own and are restricted to a maximum of 2,500 barrels of beer and/or cider during their licensing period. Additionally, the bill clarifies that holders of multiple brew pub licenses cannot self-distribute to more than one commonly owned on-premises or off-premises license.

The bill is a request from the liquor commission and aims to provide more flexibility for brew pub operators while maintaining certain limitations to ensure responsible distribution practices. The new legal language emphasizes the conditions under which brew pub licensees can operate and distribute their products, thereby enhancing the regulatory framework governing the brewing industry. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an effective date of August 30, 2025.