OLCC Allows Hemp Infused Alcohol

OLCC Allows Hemp Infused Alcohol

OLCC Allows Hemp-Infused Alcohol – Portland, Ore. – The Oregon Liquor Control Commission released guidance today for Oregon brewers that outlines an exception for using industrial hemp in hemp-infused alcoholic beverages if certain conditions are met. Marijuana-infused alcoholic beverages remain prohibited.

Under the exception, hemp-infused beverages are only allowed if the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) has approved the beverage formula, in accordance with the April 2000 Hemp Policy. In addition, hemp-infused alcoholic beverage labels must comply with TTB requirements.

An OLCC liquor licensee must provide proof of all TTB formula and labeling requirements and receive approval from the OLCC, prior to the hemp-infused beverage being manufactured, imported, or sold in Oregon.

An advisory document on the marijuana ban, and the hemp exception can be found on the OLCC website.

Brewers interested in learning more about approval can contact Kelly Routt, 503-872-5007 or [email protected].

Marijuana industry representatives with questions about marijuana-infused products can call the OLCC at 503-872-5000 or [email protected].

Getting your cannabis business license is never simple there are very specific requirements and guidelines that differ by state and its usually highly competitive, which is why most successful applicants work with consultants to help guide them.

You can find more information about Oregon cannabis regulations at: Oregon Liquor Control Commission

We highly advise you read up on current rules and regulations for your state and then consider working with a consultant.

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