# Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis (GAB)

## Title 2. State-Issued Permits and Licenses

### Subtitle 1. State Permits

#### Section 2-138

(a) There is a family beer and wine facility permit.

(b)

  (1) The permit authorizes the holder to establish a facility to produce family beer or wine by a consumer who:

    (i) is of legal drinking age; but

    (ii) does not have a license.

  (2) The permit authorizes the holder to provide equipment, raw materials, and instructions to a consumer.

  (3) Except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, the permit holder may not engage in the production or manufacture of beer or wine.

  (4) A permit authorizes the holder to engage in the production or manufacture of beer or wine for:

    (i) testing equipment or recipes; and

    (ii) sampling, provided that:

      (1) each patron has no more than five samples;

      (2) each sample does not exceed 2 ounces; and

      (3) each sample is consumed on the premises by an individual who has a nonrefundable contract to brew or ferment at the facility.

(c) Family beer and wine produced at a family beer and wine facility:

  (1) shall be removed from the premises by the consumer; and

  (2) may be used only for home consumption and the personal use of the consumer.

(d) The Executive Director may restrict the permit holder to the production of family-produced beer or family-produced wine.

(e) The permit fee is $400.

(f) The Executive Director may adopt regulations regarding any activity relating to the operation of the facility, including limits on the quantities of beer and wine produced and record keeping.

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Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)