Distribution in Massachusetts

[jbdavenport1 3]

We are a distillery in Virginia (a control state). We have a silent partner in Massachusetts who is pushing us to distribute in MA. But he can't tell us anything about how MA is structured from a distribution standpoint. Anyone on here able to provide some insight?

 

Thanks in advance.

 

[dhdunbar 65]

John:    I took a quick look.    You distribute through licensed wholesalers.  See https://www.mass.gov/service-details/different-types-of-alcoholic-beverage-state-licenses-abcc for the types of licenses.   The wholesaler can only buy from a person who holds a certificate of compliance, so to sell to a wholesaler you would need to hold a certificate of compliance.  See https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-certificate-of-compliance-abcc for details on the ceretificate.