Andrea Nappi Conforme
Subscribe to Andrea Nappi Conforme's PostsAndrea Nappi Conforme is a strategic legal advisor to clients in the alcoholic beverage and nontraditional beverage industries. As a member of the Alcohol Regulatory & Distribution Practice Group, she provides measured counsel to ensure compliance with beverage-related US and international regulations. Read Andrea Nappi Conforme's full bio.
Navigating the EPR Laws: What Alcohol Beverage Producers Need to Know
By Alva C. Mather and Andrea Nappi Conforme on Feb 21, 2025
Posted In Legislation
Extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws are relatively new – the first were signed into law in 2021 and 2022 – and are aimed at encouraging producers to package goods in a more environmentally conscientious manner and providing much needed revenue for in-state recyclers overwhelmed by the incoming volumes of recyclable material. In essence, EPR laws...
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Seasonal Considerations for Packaging and Selling Alcoholic Beverages
By Alva C. Mather and Andrea Nappi Conforme on Sep 6, 2024
Posted In Beer, Malt Beverages and Cereal Beverages, Distilled Spirits, TTB COLAs and Formulas, Wine and Cider
The final quarter of the year is the alcohol industry’s busiest period, accounting for approximately 70% of annual business. Many holiday-themed seasonal products are beginning to make their way to market, and it is important to remember that these products may have additional regulatory considerations and hurdles. The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau...
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Pennsylvania Expands Access to Ready-to-Drink Cocktails
By Alva C. Mather and Andrea Nappi Conforme on Jul 26, 2024
Posted In Beer, Malt Beverages and Cereal Beverages, Distilled Spirits, Distribution, Legislation, Licensing, RTD Beverages
On July 17, 2024, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed SB 688 into law, expanding the number of available outlets that can sell ready-to-drink cocktails (RTDs) across the state. The new law defines “Ready-to-drink cocktails” as “beverage[s], composed in part of distilled liquor … premixed and packaged in original containers by the manufacturer, containing not more...
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