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A limited brewery license authorizes the licensee to manufacture no more than 15,000 barrels per year, provided that the brewery is located on a farm within the Commonwealth and satisfies additional agricultural criteria. NOTE: An additional license required for shipping.
Fee(s)
Fees are based on the following classifications:
Up to 500 barrels—$380
501 to 10,000 barrels—$2,350
10,0001 to 15,000 barrels—$4,690
References
COV 4.1-206.1(4)—Manufacturer licenses
COV 4.1-231.1 A(1)(b)—Fees on state licenses
COV 4.1-233.A(1)(b)—Fees on local licenses
Apply for This License
Completing the application may take 15–30 minutes. Average ABC processing time is 60–90 days. View the list of industry required documents (PDF) needed to complete the application. Apply for this license (PDF).
The information on this page does not in any way replace or supersede what is listed in Title 4.1 of the Code of Virginia or Title 3 of the Administrative Code of Virginia. It is the responsibility of every individual or business applying for a license or permit to review, in detail, the applicable sections of the code.
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Special agents are the primary resource for questions related to operating a business with an ABC license. Contact a special agent via your regional ABC office. For step-by-step assistance in banquet licensing, see our Licensing Wizard.Training
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Limited Brewery
