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Beverage Alcohol Manual

IMPORTANT

Note: We are currently updating the distilled spirits labeling guidance below to be consistent with the current distilled spirits labeling regulations at 27 CFR part 5, which were recently amended by Treasury decisions T.D. TTB-158 and T.D. TTB-176.

 

A Practical Guide

Basic Mandatory Labeling Information for DISTILLED SPIRITS
Volume 2

Complete Distilled Spirits BAM
Cover
Governing Laws and Regulations
Table of Contents (For updated guidance on Ouzo and Aquavit see TTB G 2018-8)

   

Chapter 1:

Mandatory Label Information

Chapter 2:

Type Size and Legibility Requirements

Chapter 3:

Type Size and Legibility Requirements for Health Warning Statement

Chapter 4:

Class and Type Designation (For updated guidance on Ouzo and Aquavit see TTB G 2018-8)

Chapter 5:

Chapter 6:

Chapter 7:

Chapter 8:

Chapter 9:

Name and Address
Standards of Fill

Coloring/Flavoring/Blending Materials

Statement of Age

Containers

THE BEVERAGE ALCOHOL MANUAL (BAM)
A Practical Guide

Basic Mandatory Labeling Information for DISTILLED SPIRITS
Volume 2

Last updated: January 12, 2022