This bill amends R.S.33:1-10 to enhance the operational capabilities of farm brewery licensees in New Jersey by allowing them to sell their products for consumption both on and off the licensed premises. The new legal language specifies that farm brewery license holders can brew up to 2,500 barrels of malt alcoholic beverages annually and sell these products directly to consumers, as well as offer samples. Additionally, the bill mandates that the brewery must be situated on land controlled by the licensee, who must be actively engaged in farming on or adjacent to the brewery premises, with the malt beverages being substantially produced from ingredients grown on that land. Importantly, the bill also stipulates that farm brewery licensees cannot sell or offer food for consumption on the licensed premises.

Furthermore, the legislation introduces provisions for various alcoholic beverage licenses, including an instructional winemaking facility license, which allows for the manufacturing of wine for specific purposes and establishes a fee structure for different licenses. The fee for the instructional winemaking facility license is set at $1,000, while the bonded warehouse bottling license is $625. The bill aims to promote local agriculture and the craft beverage industry by enhancing the consumer experience at farm breweries through on-site consumption, aligning with the growing trend of experiential offerings in the beverage sector. The changes are set to take effect immediately upon passage.