The bill S. 355 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws regarding micro-distillery tastings and retail sales. It modifies Section 61-6-1140 to allow tastings and retail sales to occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. on weekdays and 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sundays, extending the previous closing time. Additionally, it stipulates that a micro-distillery may not dispense more than four and one-half ounces of liquor to an individual consumer in one day and establishes that the amount charged for tours must increase incrementally based on the amount of liquor provided.

Furthermore, the bill amends Section 61-6-1150 to increase the maximum amount of liquor that can be sold to a consumer in one business day from the equivalent of six 750-milliliter bottles to twelve 750-milliliter bottles. These changes aim to enhance the operational flexibility of micro-distilleries while ensuring responsible service and consumption practices. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
02/18/2025: 61-6-1140, 61-6-1150
Latest Version: 61-6-1140, 61-6-1150