This bill proposes amendments to the Code of West Virginia, specifically targeting the definitions and regulations surrounding the sale of vintage distilled spirits. It deletes several definitions related to alcoholic beverages, including terms like "alcohol," "alcoholic liquor," and "distillery," while introducing new definitions such as "vintage distilled spirit," which refers to unopened packages of distilled spirits not owned by a distillery and unavailable for purchase from licensed wholesalers in the state. The bill also modifies the definition of "public place" to clarify the contexts in which certain locations are exempt from being classified as such concerning the sale of alcoholic beverages.

Additionally, the bill establishes a new article that outlines the sale and distribution of vintage distilled spirits. It allows licensed sellers of distilled spirits to sell vintage spirits purchased from non-licensed individuals, provided they notify the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission. The vintage spirits can be resold either by the drink or by the package, and it permits distillers to sell their products directly to consumers at events like fairs and festivals. Overall, the bill aims to expand the market for vintage distilled spirits while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 60-1-5, 60-11-1