Wine Tasting Event

[AzianBrewer]

Hey all..

I am not sure if this is a right place to ask this question but won't hurt to give it a try. My friends and I are working on hosting a wine tasting event in NY. This of course is a seminar and our goal is to introduce newbies that there are world outside of Concha y Toro, Yellow Tail and Turning Leaf. Since, we will be serving alcohol and charge admission do we need to apply for a special event permit? Has anyone here done something similar to this before?

Cheers....

[Vinfidel]

depends on the location. rent a room in a resto and you are ok or anywhere that have a permit already

[Brad Ballinger]

You'll have to check the beverage laws of New York for a definite answer. In general, though, if you have this shindig at a restaurant, and you buy wine from the restaurant, you will be okay.

If you opt to have it somewhere other than a restaurant, you may need a one-day permit. Alternatively, you can avoid some potential hassles by using a caterer who has a retail license, and buying the wine from them.

[lcdm]

An organization I belong to just hosted a wine tasting. We had to obtain a permit (NJ). Call the town clerks office and ask, they can point you in the proper direction.