Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 28-1308 - BWLT beer, wine, and liquor tasting permit(a) There is a BWLT beer, wine, and liquor tasting permit.(b) The Board may issue the permit only to a holder of a Class A license.(c) The permit authorizes the holder to allow the on-premises consumption of beer, wine, and liquor for tasting purposes only.(d) The holder of a Class A license may apply for and the Board may issue the permit that is effective for a maximum of: (1) any 26 days in a licensing period;(2) any 52 days in a licensing period; or(3) 365 days in a licensing period.(e) A permit holder shall notify the Board of the holder's intent to have a tasting at least 7 days before the event if the permit is effective for any:(1) 26 days in a licensing period; or(2) 52 days in a licensing period.(f) An individual may consume beer, wine, or liquor covered by the license in a quantity not exceeding: (1) 0.5 ounce from each offering and 1.5 ounces from all offerings of liquor in a day;(2) 1 ounce from each offering and 4 ounces from all offerings of wine in a day; and(3) 2 ounces from each offering and 8 ounces from all offerings of beer in a day.(g) The permit authorizes the consumption of beer, wine, or liquor only on the licensed premises of the holder.(h) The permit fees are: (1) for a permit that is effective for any 26 days in a licensing period, $200;(2) for a permit that is effective for any 52 days in a licensing period, $250; and(3) for a permit that is effective for 365 days in a licensing period, $300.Md. Code art. Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis, § 28-1308Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 28-1308
Added by 2024 Md. Laws, Ch. 1013,Sec. 1, eff. 7/1/2024.