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Administrative/Regulatory

Aug. 3, 2017

Independent seal causes controversy among beer brewers

In June, the Brewers Association — a nonprofit trade association representing the craft beer industry — launched a new “Independent Craft” seal, available for free use by any brewery meeting certain criteria.

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Independent seal causes controversy among beer brewers
The Brewers Association’s new “Independent Craft” seal. (Image courtesy of Brewers Association)

In June, the Brewers Association — a nonprofit trade association representing the craft beer industry — launched a new “Independent Craft” seal, available for free use by any brewery meeting certain criteria.

In addition to having a valid federal Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) notice and a signed licensing agreement with the Brewers Association, breweries wishing to use the label designator must also meet the trade association’s definit...

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