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HB 521 - Establishes a New Category of Low-Alcohol Mixed Spirit Beverages (up to 7% ABV) - Alabama Key Vote

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Title: Establishes a New Category of Low-Alcohol Mixed Spirit Beverages (up to 7% ABV)

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that establishes a new category of low-alcohol mixed spirit beverages (up to 7% ABV), as well as licensing and distribution requirements for wholesalers and retailers, imposes an excise tax on distribution, and mandates exclusive sales territory agreements in Alabama.

Highlights:

  • Establishes a new category of low-alcohol mixed spirit beverages (up to 7% ABV), as well as (Sec. 1-9):

    • Licensing and distribution requirements for wholesalers and retailers;

    • Imposing an excise tax on distribution; and 

    • Mandating exclusive sales territory agreements.

  • Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect beginning October 1, 2025 (Sec. 10).

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Title: Establishes a New Category of Low-Alcohol Mixed Spirit Beverages (up to 7% ABV)

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