§ 28-1307. Beer and wine tasting permit.

MD Alcoholic B Code § 28-1307 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    There is a BWT beer and wine 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 and wine 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 or wine covered by the license in a quantity not exceeding:

(1)    1 ounce from each offering and 4 ounces from all offerings of wine in a day; and

(2)    2 ounces from each offering and 8 ounces from all offerings of beer in a day.

(g)    The permit authorizes the consumption of beer or wine 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, $150;

(2)    for a permit that is effective for any 52 days in a licensing period, $200; and

(3)    for a permit that is effective for 365 days in a licensing period, $250.