This bill amends existing laws to allow small wine and beverage manufacturers in New Hampshire to offer tastings and sell products from other licensed manufacturers. Specifically, it introduces a new provision that permits wine manufacturers producing under 1,000 cases annually and beverage manufacturers producing under 2,500 barrels annually to purchase products from other licensed manufacturers for sampling and retail sales at their premises, for an additional annual fee of $120. The bill outlines specific limitations on sampling and sales, including restrictions on sample sizes and the requirement that all activities occur during normal business hours.

Additionally, the bill establishes new regulations regarding the defacing of controlled products. It prohibits off-premise license holders and their employees from intentionally defacing any controlled product or its packaging prior to sale or delivery. The bill specifies what constitutes prohibited defacing and clarifies that licensees will not face penalties if defacing occurs without their authorization. The changes aim to enhance the operational capabilities of small manufacturers while ensuring product integrity and compliance with state regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 178:8, 178:12
As Amended by the House: 178:8
As Amended by the Senate: 178:8
Version adopted by both bodies: 178:8
HB1765 text: 178:8, 178:12