FL S1818

Defines "craft brewery" as a manufacturer producing fewer than 60,000 barrels (31 gallons each) of malt beverages per calendar year, and establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for craft breweries in Florida effective July 1, 2025

Authorizes craft breweries to self-distribute up to 5,000 barrels of malt beverages annually directly to any licensed vendor, provided they register the beverages with the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco, comply with existing vendor requirements, and notify their distributor of each self-distribution delivery

Creates a new statutory framework (s. 563.023) governing distribution agreements between craft breweries and beer distributors, requiring written agreements, establishing termination rights and procedures for both parties, prohibiting forced renewals and unilateral amendments, and mandating binding arbitration through the American Arbitration Association for fair market value disputes

Permits craft breweries to conduct tastings and sales at fairs, trade shows, farmers markets, expositions, and festivals in Florida under permits issued by the division, and authorizes them to transport malt beverages in vehicles owned or leased by the manufacturer or disclosed persons

Establishes a legal framework for contract brewing and alternating proprietorship arrangements (s. 563.042), requiring notification to the division, monthly reporting of production volumes, and compliance with all federal and state tax and labeling laws, while prohibiting vendors licensed under s. 561.221(3) from engaging in these arrangements