From Assemblyman Bill Magee:
A bill to allow New York farm cideries to sell their products to all licensed wineries and cideries has been signed into law by Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Assemblyman Bill Magee, D-Nelson, Madison County, said the bill he wrote will help cideries expand.
Prior regulations limited farm cideries to selling their products to other farm cideries, distilleries, wineries and breweries. However, while farm distilleries and farm wineries are additionally able to sell to commercial distilleries and wineries, farm cideries were previously barred from this type of distribution.
Magee’s legislation allows farm cideries to sell their products to all licensed wineries and cideries, opening up a whole new market and strengthening local agriculture.
“Agriculture is the backbone of our state. We should be doing all we can to cut red tape for producers so that they can grow and flourish,” said Magee, chair of the Assembly Agriculture Committee. “By allowing farm cideries to sell their top-notch goods across the state, we can strengthen these local businesses, boost our economy and help create jobs.”
“Opening up more outlets, increasing tasting opportunities and adding products will givev cideries more room to grow and expand,” said Juanita Critz of Critz Farms Brewing & Cider Co. “We look forward to the advantages these additional options will bring to increasing exposure for businesses like ours here at Critz Farms.”
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Saturday, August 19, 2017
Thursday, December 29, 2016
Craft Distilleries and Cideries Have Great Two Years
From New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
Since the Craft New York Act was enacted Dec. 13, 2014, the number of farm distilleries has nearly doubled.
This growth is a direct result of the Craft New York Act, which provided significant benefits to farm distillers. There are now 107 farm distilleries operating in New York state, with 50 new businesses opening over the last two years.
"By cutting red tape and easing regulations on farm distilleries, we are supporting the growth and expansion of small businesses that create new jobs and drive economic growth across New York," said Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
"From farm distilleries to breweries to cideries, the craft beverage industry is thriving, strengthening the agricultural and tourism industries, and providing real economic benefits to communities in every region of the state," Cuomo said.
As a result of New York supporting the industry, the growth of small craft beverage producers is leading to increased tax revenue, job opportunities, increased demand for farm products, such as corn, grains and apples, and a bolstered tourism impact for the state.
A full list of the new farm distilleries established in New York since December 2014 is available by going to https://www.governor.ny.gov/sites/governor.ny.gov/files/atoms/files/Farm_Distilleries_2016.pdf .
In all, the number of farm-based distillery businesses in New York state has increased 10-fold since 2011, from 10 to 107.
Regulatory and legislative reforms implemented to support the development and expansion of New York craft distillers include the Craft New York Act, which provided New York farm distilleries with the opportunity to:
In addition to the growth of farm distilleries, nine distilleries opened branch locations since the Craft Act went into effect.
Cuomo championed several additional reforms previous to the Craft Act that benefit New York distilleries, including the elimination of a brand label registration fee, saving New York distilleries $687,000 in fees since 2014, and the elimination of a duplicate licenses for farm distilleries, providing substantial cost savings and reducing paperwork for businesses across the State.
Since the Craft New York Act was enacted Dec. 13, 2014, the number of farm distilleries has nearly doubled.
This growth is a direct result of the Craft New York Act, which provided significant benefits to farm distillers. There are now 107 farm distilleries operating in New York state, with 50 new businesses opening over the last two years.
"By cutting red tape and easing regulations on farm distilleries, we are supporting the growth and expansion of small businesses that create new jobs and drive economic growth across New York," said Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
"From farm distilleries to breweries to cideries, the craft beverage industry is thriving, strengthening the agricultural and tourism industries, and providing real economic benefits to communities in every region of the state," Cuomo said.
As a result of New York supporting the industry, the growth of small craft beverage producers is leading to increased tax revenue, job opportunities, increased demand for farm products, such as corn, grains and apples, and a bolstered tourism impact for the state.
A full list of the new farm distilleries established in New York since December 2014 is available by going to https://www.governor.ny.gov/sites/governor.ny.gov/files/atoms/files/Farm_Distilleries_2016.pdf .
In all, the number of farm-based distillery businesses in New York state has increased 10-fold since 2011, from 10 to 107.
Regulatory and legislative reforms implemented to support the development and expansion of New York craft distillers include the Craft New York Act, which provided New York farm distilleries with the opportunity to:
** Conduct tastings and serve “by the bottle” and “by the glass;”
** Increase the retail outlets where they can sell and offer samples of their products;
** Lower the food requirement that must be met by manufacturers when offering tastings and consumption on premises;
** Open offsite branch stores, eliminating the need for a separate license; and
** Increase production by raising the annual manufacturing cap while maintaining low cost licensing fees.
** Increase the retail outlets where they can sell and offer samples of their products;
** Lower the food requirement that must be met by manufacturers when offering tastings and consumption on premises;
** Open offsite branch stores, eliminating the need for a separate license; and
** Increase production by raising the annual manufacturing cap while maintaining low cost licensing fees.
In addition to the growth of farm distilleries, nine distilleries opened branch locations since the Craft Act went into effect.
Cuomo championed several additional reforms previous to the Craft Act that benefit New York distilleries, including the elimination of a brand label registration fee, saving New York distilleries $687,000 in fees since 2014, and the elimination of a duplicate licenses for farm distilleries, providing substantial cost savings and reducing paperwork for businesses across the State.
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
2 Bills Signed to Help Craft Beverage, Wine Sales
From Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office:
Two measures to further modernize New York's archaic 80-year-old Alcoholic Beverage Control Law were signed into law by Gov. Andrew Cuomo today.
These bills allow farm wineries, breweries and cideries to sell any New York-made farm alcoholic beverage by the glass at their production facility or off-site branch store. Under current law, farm manufacturers are limited to selling only products by the glass that they produce on their site.
These new laws will provide for increased sales of New York state homegrown manufactured products and further support New York’s thriving manufacturing business, providing more consumers the opportunity to sample the best New York has to offer.
By removing this archaic provision to the law, this legislation expands a major revenue source for both established manufacturers and new businesses entering the market.
New York state farm-based alcohol beverage manufacturers, who have more than doubled in number since 2011 and have seen a 13 percent increase in the last year alone, provide local communities where they operate with increased tax revenue, job opportunities, increased demand for farm products, and a bolstered tourism impact for the state.
Two measures to further modernize New York's archaic 80-year-old Alcoholic Beverage Control Law were signed into law by Gov. Andrew Cuomo today.
These bills allow farm wineries, breweries and cideries to sell any New York-made farm alcoholic beverage by the glass at their production facility or off-site branch store. Under current law, farm manufacturers are limited to selling only products by the glass that they produce on their site.
These new laws will provide for increased sales of New York state homegrown manufactured products and further support New York’s thriving manufacturing business, providing more consumers the opportunity to sample the best New York has to offer.
By removing this archaic provision to the law, this legislation expands a major revenue source for both established manufacturers and new businesses entering the market.
New York state farm-based alcohol beverage manufacturers, who have more than doubled in number since 2011 and have seen a 13 percent increase in the last year alone, provide local communities where they operate with increased tax revenue, job opportunities, increased demand for farm products, and a bolstered tourism impact for the state.
Friday, February 19, 2016
NY Beverages Like Hard Cider, Craft Brews, Wines to be Served at Barclays Center in Brooklyn
UPDATE:
The list of brewers and spirits through Taste NY being offered at the Barclays Center has come out and there isn't a single one from Upstate NY. Taste NY says regions will be changing from time to time. Let's hope so.
From Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office:
Taste NY is partnering with Barclays Center, home to the Brooklyn Nets and the New York Islanders, to expand the promotion of New York’s craft beverage producers.
The alliance features the launch of the new and first-ever Taste NY Bar, which is offering a full selection of New York products from across the region and state to Barclays Center’s nearly 2 two million visitors annually.
“New York’s craft beverages are some of the best in the industry – and through this new partnership, we’ll be introducing them to more consumers than ever before,” said Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
“The Taste NY Bar at Barclays Center will give visitors the chance to enjoy some of the greatest beer, wine and spirits that this state has to offer. This is about raising the profile of craft beverage producers and stimulating economic growth across the state, and I’m pleased to see this partnership moving forward,” he said.
“We are honored to align with Governor Cuomo to open the inaugural Taste NY Bar,” said Brett Yormark, CEO of Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment. “Taste NY is a great complement to our Brooklyn Taste program, Barclays Center’s culinary platform that features 55 popular Brooklyn restaurants and food vendors, and furthers our commitment to sourcing from local producers.”
The Taste NY-Barclays Center agreement is part of the governor’s promise made at the third Wine, Beer, Spirits & Cider Summit to continue to support and provide resources for this growing industry.
The Taste NY Bar is located in a prime location in the venue — on the main concourse, next to the main entrance. To promote the Taste NY Bar, Taste NY branded messaging will be displayed on the more than 700 HDTVs and LED displays in concession areas and throughout the venue, including in the arena bowl and on the Oculus — the 3,000-square-foot LED marquee outside of Barclays Center’s main entrance.
The Taste NY Bar will also be featured on BCTV — a custom in-arena and online video network featuring original content about the arena’s events and the Brooklyn community. BCTV programming appears on the venue’s HDTVs prior to and following events, as well as online at BarclaysCenter.com.
Barclays Center will also become a place for the industry’s producers to engage and connect with enthusiasts and consumers. The partnership provides opportunities for Taste NY producers to host hospitality and networking seminars with distributors.
Barclays Center has redefined the arena customer service and culinary experience. Its more than 2,000 employees are trained by Disney Institute, the business advisory arm of The Walt Disney Company, and its BrooklynTaste™ food program features selections from 55 well-known restaurants and vendors in the borough.
The list of brewers and spirits through Taste NY being offered at the Barclays Center has come out and there isn't a single one from Upstate NY. Taste NY says regions will be changing from time to time. Let's hope so.
From Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office:
Taste NY is partnering with Barclays Center, home to the Brooklyn Nets and the New York Islanders, to expand the promotion of New York’s craft beverage producers.
The alliance features the launch of the new and first-ever Taste NY Bar, which is offering a full selection of New York products from across the region and state to Barclays Center’s nearly 2 two million visitors annually.
“New York’s craft beverages are some of the best in the industry – and through this new partnership, we’ll be introducing them to more consumers than ever before,” said Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
“The Taste NY Bar at Barclays Center will give visitors the chance to enjoy some of the greatest beer, wine and spirits that this state has to offer. This is about raising the profile of craft beverage producers and stimulating economic growth across the state, and I’m pleased to see this partnership moving forward,” he said.
“We are honored to align with Governor Cuomo to open the inaugural Taste NY Bar,” said Brett Yormark, CEO of Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment. “Taste NY is a great complement to our Brooklyn Taste program, Barclays Center’s culinary platform that features 55 popular Brooklyn restaurants and food vendors, and furthers our commitment to sourcing from local producers.”
The Taste NY-Barclays Center agreement is part of the governor’s promise made at the third Wine, Beer, Spirits & Cider Summit to continue to support and provide resources for this growing industry.
The Taste NY Bar is located in a prime location in the venue — on the main concourse, next to the main entrance. To promote the Taste NY Bar, Taste NY branded messaging will be displayed on the more than 700 HDTVs and LED displays in concession areas and throughout the venue, including in the arena bowl and on the Oculus — the 3,000-square-foot LED marquee outside of Barclays Center’s main entrance.
The Taste NY Bar will also be featured on BCTV — a custom in-arena and online video network featuring original content about the arena’s events and the Brooklyn community. BCTV programming appears on the venue’s HDTVs prior to and following events, as well as online at BarclaysCenter.com.
Barclays Center will also become a place for the industry’s producers to engage and connect with enthusiasts and consumers. The partnership provides opportunities for Taste NY producers to host hospitality and networking seminars with distributors.
Barclays Center has redefined the arena customer service and culinary experience. Its more than 2,000 employees are trained by Disney Institute, the business advisory arm of The Walt Disney Company, and its BrooklynTaste™ food program features selections from 55 well-known restaurants and vendors in the borough.
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