Flavor Ideas for New York Farm Distilleries

Working as a spirits industry lawyer, I come across a lot of cool spirit varieties.  I am working with five new farm distilleries and am amazed at some of the flavors they plan to “brew” when they open.  I was speaking with several of these entrepreneurs about using...

Custom Spirit Opportunities for Bars & Restaurants

New York Alcoholic Beverage Control Law requires that alcohol be served from its original container, unadulterated. Thus, infusing spirits at the bar is not a legal practice in New York.  The spirit must come infused from the manufacturer. This presents a great...

FDA ISSUES FINAL MENU LABELING REQUIREMENTS

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has finalized the rules requiring that calorie information be listed on menus and menu boards in chain restaurants and similar retail food establishments to help consumers make informed decisions about meals and snacks. The...