A new law signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul enables the change and is expected to be a boon for the state's growing craft beverage industry.
Spirits, cider and mead made by small craft manufacturers in New York can soon be shipped directly to customers across the state and nationally, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Monday.that effects the change in 90 days. It’s expected to be a boon for New York’s growing craft beverage industry and follows pandemic-era loosenings of state rules around alcohol sales, which gave some economic relief to various businesses, including spirit and cider makers.
“This legislation levels the playing field, allowing these small producers to reach new markets and foster economic growth across the state,” Hochul said in a statement. “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.”, which became a popular practice during the early period of the pandemic. An extension of that ability through 2030 was.
The impending direct-to-consumer shipping of craft beverages made in New York builds on temporary privileges their makers were granted during the pandemic, according to Hochul’s office. Officials said they recorded no violations of the rules at that time. Teresa Casey, executive director of trade group New York State Distillers Guild, said the new law will benefit multiple groups.
“This is a win for our producers, the consumers who will now be able to safely enjoy quality craft spirits from all over the state, the farmers who provide our most important ingredients, and the hospitality and tourism businesses in all our communities,” she said in a statement.Giulia Heyward is a breaking news reporter on the Day-Of desk. She previously worked at NPR, as a breaking news reporter, and the New York Times, as a reporting fellow on the national desk.
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