The following example assumes production of a standard bottle of vodka (750ml and 40% ABV). What is listed is simply an example and each component will vary considerably based upon the individual product and business model. A discussion of each line item follows with expected ranges, where applicable, for new products.
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Alcohol beverages are one of the most heavily regulated consumer categories in the United States. This strict regulation serves three purposes: first, to verify that what is being offered to consumers is what the producer said they produced (i.e. product “authentication”); second, to ensure that products are safe for consumers; and third, to generate revenue through taxation…
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As background, upon the repeal of the 18th Amendment (“Prohibition” 1920 – 1933) the Federal Government established two principles that would uniquely shape the U.S. alcohol market. First, alcohol sales would go through a three-tier supply chain consisting of suppliers, wholesalers and retailers; generally, a company’s activities in the alcohol industry would be limited to only one of these three possible roles. Second, states would self-regulate the movement of alcohol beverages within their boundaries (that is, its distribution and sale).