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Very interesting read on licensing agreements. Wonder how this plays out with an argument about dilution in the beer space with respect to the term WOLF. See @NC State University @newbelgium #OldTuffy (design mark v word mark) zurl.co/RIecy

Beer Wolf Trademark Lawsuit:A Licensing Deal Bites Back

The Beer Wolf trademark lawsuit offers lessons on licensing agreements, registration bans, approvals, and exit rights, plus vintage commercials.

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Ouch. Do I really have to advise people that they should "pay your taxes?" zurl.co/I53Ev
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It would have been strange if SCOTUS *didn't* take this up. zurl.co/hgtKG

High spirits: Supreme Court to decide fate of federal ban on home distilling

Challengers say the 1868 law enacted to tackle tax evasion exceeded Congress’ powers.

nbcnews.com
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Pretty cool zurl.co/LMXyO

Reviving a 200-year-old IPA recipe first made in a teapot in 1822

Jamie Allsopp helps revive a recipe created in 1822 after it is found with other beer recipes in an attic.

bbc.com
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OK, ya got me. I didn't know a couple of these. zurl.co/18EAl

5 Things You Didn't Know About Jim Beam

What was the world's best-selling bourbon called before it was Jim Beam? Uncover five surprising facts, from Old Tub to a backyard yeast strain.

thewhiskeywash.com
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Love the idea. Not sure how the heck that'd work in practice with a "licensed alcohol premises" and no actual "person" nearby. But, I think we're getting closer! zurl.co/XxiQX

Nova Scotia alcohol vending company expands to top American sports and entertainment venues

A small Nova Scotia business that installs high-tech robotic vending machines in sports and entertainment venues is making a major splash in the U.S. alcohol marketplace.

ctvnews.ca
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Would you look at that! Little ol' Beer Law Center made the FeedSpot list of Top 25 Food Law Blogs. zurl.co/0PCqf

22 Best Food Law Blogs to Follow in 2026

FeedSpot brings you the best list of Food Law blogs, ranked by relevance, online following, and freshness to keep you connected with the latest voices

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Interesting take from a company that should be laser focused on this. Think I pretty much agree with their conclusions. zurl.co/fcz95

Southern Glazer’s New Report Identifies Five Growth Opportunities as Beverage Alcohol Resets

Southern Glazer’s new Commercial Intelligence report finds growth emerging in unexpected places as consumers seek greater choice, value, convenience and moderation Amid headlines about declining...

newsroom.southernglazers.com
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FFS. wral.com/news/ap/a5fbb-canad…
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If I didn't post this before, this is a really good read and lays out (in basic terms) why this isn't a simple "yes" or "no." zurl.co/w1d1l

Home Distilling in the United States: Legal Background and the Current Court Fight Over the Federal...

huschblackwell.com
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FFS.zurl.co/Fxw60

Erasing Carolinas history? Signs removed at NC, SC national parks under Trump order | Jefferson...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- In Greensboro, a display at the Guilford Courthouse National Military Park explains that North Carolina women submitted to their husbands and observed a "monastic seclusion" before...

newstribune.com
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My advice? DON'T make health claims. zurl.co/9iCMn

Health Claims and Functional Beverages: Know the Rules 

The rapidly expanding “functional beverage” market has potential for brewers looking to expand. But there are some important restrictions to be aware of when marketing these products—including the...

brewersassociation.org
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If your bar or brewery does online alcohol sales, you should read this article. zurl.co/jValV

The Buyer | How to prepare for and safeguard AI-driven online alcohol sales

Every week there is news of another AI-powered alcohol recommendation platform and the link between booze and AI is only going to get stronger. At the moment being able to buy alcohol through major...

the-buyer.net
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It's time again for the Virginia Brewers Conference! Make sure you reserve your space & I'll see you in Richmond!
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That's because it's really complicated and expensive to ship (relative to the cost of the product). Until we can send via USPS and the rules get "national" this will probably always be lopsided. zurl.co/yNj9j

Only 11 states allow interstate beer shipping despite strong consumer demand, report finds

A new industry study says 78% of regular craft beer drinkers would likely buy direct from breweries if more states permitted it.

vinetur.com
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Strong article about the shift in drinking habits with some actual actionable suggestions about what to do about it. zurl.co/bLLmD

Why alcohol’s biggest competitor is not another beverage company - Kearney

The biggest disruption facing the alcohol industry may have less to do with Gen Z drinking less, and more to do with alcohol no longer being the default way people connect, celebrate, and unwind....

kearney.com
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Interesting read on where we've been and (maybe) where we're going. zurl.co/ojVgP

WSWA | SipSource® June Blog: Has the Beverage Alcohol Market Found its Floor?

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This is fine. Not worried at all. I'm sure our robot overlords will be merciful and enlightened despots. zurl.co/pgfPk @Geistbear

OpenAI says its technology, on its own, carried out "unprecedented" hack of another AI company

ChatGPT maker OpenAI says its artificial intelligence system hacked into another AI company on its own in what the company called an "unprecedented cyber incident."

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July 1 several new VA laws go into effect that impact ABC rules and compliance. Pay attention if any of these affect you. zurl.co/jNfEm

These 4 new Virginia ABC laws are now in effect

A handful of new alcohol-related laws went into effect on July 1 in Virginia. The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority provided a list of new laws and a brief description.

wtvr.com
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