Sensory Tasting-Learning in a glass

by | Aug 31, 2016

Producing craft beverages is an art. Brew masters, cider masters, wine makers and distillers can modify the production process conditions and add ingredients to produce unique flavor profiles. Like a chef, they experiment to create that perfect recipe and taste...

Wake Up to Untapped Revenue Streams

by | Aug 30, 2016

In the fast food industry where profits have been declining for several years, breakfast has been in a growth mode. You can’t escape the advertising for breakfast deals and “all day breakfast” at several fast-food chain restaurants. A USA Today article by Hadley...

Extensions of Premises

by | Aug 29, 2016

Extensions of Premises At establishments with an on-premises license, the sale and consumption of alcohol must be confined to the area that has been licensed by the Authority. The licensee needs to be aware of whether outside areas such as patios, backyards,...

Bring Your own Bottle (BYOB)

by | Aug 28, 2016

Bring Your Own Bottle (BYOB)           BYOB, or “Bring Your Own Bottle,” where owners of establishments allow their customers to bring alcoholic beverages to their premises to be consumed on site, is NOT PERMITTED in unlicensed businesses in New York State. You MUST...

Liquor Stores Take Note

by | Aug 27, 2016

 Liquor Stores Take Note Counsel for the New York State Liquor Authority, advised me in writing that there is no restriction against selling wine or liquor below wholesale prices nor is there a restriction on use of the word “free” in your sales and marketing. With...