New state law permits direct-to-consumer shipping for local craft brewers
Small makers of spirits, cider, and mead can now ship directly to consumers as permitted by a piece of New York State legislation signed this week by the governor. (Submitted photo)
ALBANY – Small makers of spirits, cider, and mead can now ship directly to consumers as permitted by a piece of New York State legislation signed this week by the governor.
The new law expands market access for small craft producers by allowing shipment of alcoholic beverages directly to consumers within New York State and across state lines – a measure initially started at the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic to help craft manufacturers survive the economic downturn .
Currently six liquor licenses are issued in Chenango County under the categories of farm brewer, winery, farm winery, and micro farm winery, according to the website data.ny.gov. New York State is home to the largest number of craft cideries in the nation and ranks second in the U.S. for the number of distilleries.
Proponents argue that the new legislation will allow small producers to reach new markets and spur economic growth in the state, commonly an area where they have been at a competitive disadvantage.
“New York’s craft manufacturers create distinctive, world-class products that deserve a broader audience,” said NY Governor Kathy Hochul. “With this new law, we are ensuring that New York remains a national leader in craft beverages, continuing to support our local businesses, tourism, and agriculture.”
The measure has gained support of ag leaders in the state, including the Chenango County Farm Bureau, the area’s local division of the NYS Farm Bureau.
“We are excited for our farm distillers and farm cideries, who will now be able to expand their market by shipping their products directly to consumers,” stated NYS Farm Bureau President David Fisher. “This is a lifeline for many struggling distilleries and cideries throughout the state. This will help strengthen the fruit, grain and potato industry in New York and is a huge win for agriculture.”
The Farm Bureau had strongly supported the bill as it worked its way through the NYS Legislature.
The new law expands market access for small craft producers by allowing shipment of alcoholic beverages directly to consumers within New York State and across state lines – a measure initially started at the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic to help craft manufacturers survive the economic downturn .
Currently six liquor licenses are issued in Chenango County under the categories of farm brewer, winery, farm winery, and micro farm winery, according to the website data.ny.gov. New York State is home to the largest number of craft cideries in the nation and ranks second in the U.S. for the number of distilleries.
Proponents argue that the new legislation will allow small producers to reach new markets and spur economic growth in the state, commonly an area where they have been at a competitive disadvantage.
“New York’s craft manufacturers create distinctive, world-class products that deserve a broader audience,” said NY Governor Kathy Hochul. “With this new law, we are ensuring that New York remains a national leader in craft beverages, continuing to support our local businesses, tourism, and agriculture.”
The measure has gained support of ag leaders in the state, including the Chenango County Farm Bureau, the area’s local division of the NYS Farm Bureau.
“We are excited for our farm distillers and farm cideries, who will now be able to expand their market by shipping their products directly to consumers,” stated NYS Farm Bureau President David Fisher. “This is a lifeline for many struggling distilleries and cideries throughout the state. This will help strengthen the fruit, grain and potato industry in New York and is a huge win for agriculture.”
The Farm Bureau had strongly supported the bill as it worked its way through the NYS Legislature.
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