Alcohol Beverage & Food Law Firm
Lindsey Zahn P.C. represents wineries, breweries, distilleries, cideries, importers, distributors, brand owners, and food companies before the TTB, the FDA, and state regulators, including the New York State Liquor Authority.
The filings, reviews, and agreements that let you focus on making and selling great products.
Federal basic permits, brewer's notices, DSP permits, amendments, and relocations.
Label review and Certificate of Label Approval filings through approval.
Formula drafting, GRAS ingredient review, and TTB submissions.
New York State Liquor Authority licenses, brand registration, and changes.
Advertising, website, and social media review under TTB and tied house rules.
Outside compliance counsel: reporting, direct shipping, tied house, and more.
FDA labels for wines under 7% ABV, dealcoholized wines, and non-malt beers.
FDA food label review, nutrition exemptions, claims, and facility registration.
Distribution agreements, franchise law, and alternating proprietorship agreements.
Contract production, custom crush, and co-packing agreements for brands and producers.
Petitions to establish new AVAs and approve new grape variety names.
Federal and state filings for ownership changes, mergers, and acquisitions.
“I can't express enough gratitude for Lindsey's unwavering support since day one at VIDE. Her expertise and guidance have been instrumental in navigating the complex and intricate landscape of alcoholic beverage compliance and regulations. Lindsey's ability to handle these challenges with ease has been a game-changer for our venture. Frankly, we wouldn't have even started our journey without her. Lindsey, thank you for being an invaluable part of our story.”
“She’s helped me across a wide range of areas from navigating complex state regulations and compliance to drafting and negotiating contracts. What I appreciate most is her ability to break down complicated legal issues into clear, actionable advice.”
“Lindsey has always been great to work with. When we started Brushy Mountain Distillery ten years ago, we had a lot to learn. Thankfully, Lindsey was there to handle all our TTB interactions. Communication was great throughout and our approvals were granted without issue. We continue to maintain a relationship with Lindsey Zahn P.C. and recommend them every chance we get.”
Lindsey Zahn P.C. publishes news and analysis for the industry across three sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
An alcohol beverage lawyer helps wineries, breweries, distilleries, importers, distributors, and brand owners meet the federal and state rules that govern making, labeling, selling, and shipping alcohol. That includes TTB permits and label approvals, state licenses, distribution agreements, advertising reviews, and ongoing compliance.
Most alcohol businesses need both. Many states will not issue a license until you have a federal TTB permit or a pending application, so the two are usually planned together. The right order depends on your business and the states involved.
A COLA is a Certificate of Label Approval from the TTB. Most wines, beers, and spirits need one before they can be sold across state lines or imported. Some products, such as wines under 7% alcohol and certain beers, follow FDA labeling rules instead.
Yes. Lindsey Zahn P.C. advises food manufacturers, co-packers, and importers on FDA labeling, ingredient and claim reviews, and facility registration, in addition to its alcohol beverage work.
For many new and growing alcohol beverage businesses, one of the biggest challenges is the cost of establishing and maintaining a production facility. Purchasing or leasing a dedicated facility, acquiring…
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Firm Blog
News on TTB, FDA, and state rules that affect wine, beer, spirits, and food businesses, from Lindsey Zahn P.C.
Launching a brand, filing a permit, entering a new state, or facing a regulator? Request an initial consultation and the firm will follow up.
