A close-up look at West Virginia’s beer industry
But the state’s tax structure and licensing make it tough. A West Virginia brewer’s license costs $1,200 each year with a $5,000 bond. A brew pub in West Virginia requires a second license for $1,500 each year and another $5,000 bond. The federal government requires one license with no charge and a $1,000 bond.
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Wha-wa-wa-wa-WHAT????? Those licensing fees are MINISCULE compared to many other states. I really don’t understand what she is complaining about! Come to NJ, where a liquor license can run you over A MILLION DOLLARS.