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Illegal or soon-to-be illegal cocktails in New York
by evansfox | Apr 16, 2015 | General Business, Retail Liquor License
Nutcrackers (Banned in New York City) A slushy frozen combination of sweet fruit juice (think mango, cranberry or citrus) with several high-proof liquors, such as 160-proof Devil’s Springs vodka, 151-proof Bacardi 151 rum, and moonshine. The Original...
Unique Strategy for Self-Distribution Of Farm Beverage Produces
by evansfox | Apr 6, 2015 | General Business, Retail Liquor License
A farmer who sells farm products to restaurants can additionally transport NY farm alcoholic beverages from farm alcohol producers to these restaurants. As long as he is only delivering the product and not taking orders or selling, he will only require a...
The Value Of Professional Consulting
by evansfox | Apr 3, 2015 | General Business, Retail Liquor License
I have been an attorney for more than 20 years. I guide businesses every day on legal and business issues. I am good at what I do and I make a tangible difference for my clients. But I, too, am a small business owner. I don't have big budgets but I know from...
Breaking Borders Breaks Journalistic Ground For Dining Diplomacy
by evansfox | Apr 3, 2015 | General Business, Retail Liquor License
Breaking Borders will soon air on The Travel Channel. The premise is intriguing, using a chef-prepared dinner to bring together would-be ideological opponents who are deeply impacted by a cultural divide. The show visits Bethlehem, Belfast, Cairo, Cambodia, Cuba,...
Palcohol: The Travelers Dream Drink
by evansfox | Apr 3, 2015 | General Business, Retail Liquor License
On March 10, 2015 Palcohol was officially approved by the TTB. The creator, Mark Phillips, is hoping for a summer 2015 release! Unfortunately, the NY Senate passed a bill in June of 2014 that will ban the product for New Yorkers. Palcohol, powdered alcohol, is just...
Can’t Beat Them – Should You Join Them?
by evansfox | Apr 3, 2015 | General Business, Restaurants & Bar
I was home sick one day this week and had the rare opportunity to sit in bed and watch TV all day. The national chains have some creative promotions that could inspire some competitive marketing by local independent restaurants. Why try to beat them when you can join...
Organics On Store Shelves Taking Over – Take The Hint
by evansfox | Apr 3, 2015 | General Business, Retail Liquor License
Store shelves are being taken over by the organic segment. Even national giants like Coca Cola, Kelloggs, Campbells, and General Mills are moving into this territory, taking a lesson from Kodak's refusal to be an early adopter of the future's digital photography...
When Settling a Business Dispute, If It Isn’t In Writing, It Probably Doesn’t Count
by evansfox | Apr 3, 2015 | General Business
If it isn’t in writing, it probably doesn’t count. If you are one of my clients, you have undoubtedly heard this from me. This is an oversimplification of the law, but in most situations, it is the end result. Almost every day, I am told the background of a dispute...
Wine Rep Not Necessary For Wine Tasting At A Liquor Or Wine Store
by evansfox | Apr 3, 2015 | General Business, Retail Liquor License, Wineries
A wine store may offer tastings by its personnel at its wine store by opening a bottle of a wine they are selling at the wine store and allowing customers to taste before buying. A liquor store owner may only conduct wine tastings at their licensed premises. A liquor...
Cooking With Spirits
by evansfox | Apr 3, 2015 | General Business, Retail Liquor License
The easy to remember rule about pairing spirits with food is that lighter spirits complement lighter foods and darker meats go best with darker spirits. For example, tequila can be used in recipes for seafood. Tequila can also be substituted for white wine in sauces...
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