Can Minors be Employed by a Business Selling Alcohol?

Can Minors be Employed by a Business Selling Alcohol?

One question that gets asked often is whether or not minors can be employed in a business that is selling alcoholic beverages.  We’d like to take a moment to clear…

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Ironfire Brewing Company Approved in Temecula

Ironfire Brewing Company Approved in Temecula

TEMECULA, CA:   The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit application submitted by Ironfire Brewing Co, an under-construction brewery on Zevo Drive in northwestern Temecula. Alcoholic Beverage Consulting Service…

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ABC Service Prevails in Liquor License Battle

ABC Service Prevails in Liquor License Battle

A pair of Murrieta residents is trying to organize a neighborhood to oppose convenience store owners who are applying for permits to sell alcohol under the city’s newly-relaxed alcohol guidelines.

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Obtaining a California Liquor License via the Annual Lottery
August 28, 2013

Obtaining a California Liquor License via the Annual Lottery

The annual California Liquor License Lottery is held every September. For many, it offers the least expensive method of obtaining a liquor license. The video below provides an overview of…

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Michael Brewer Speaks at National Conference
July 2, 2013

Michael Brewer Speaks at National Conference

Michael Brewer, President of ABC Service, recently spoke at the 2013 National Conference of State Liquor Administrators in Honolulu, HI. Michael spoke on a panel which addressed the future of…

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Does Your Establishment Need Duplicate Liquor Permits?
May 25, 2013

Does Your Establishment Need Duplicate Liquor Permits?

If your business operates more than one stationary bar in separate locations within your premises, then it is very likely that you will require a permit for each one of…

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A Tip to Increase Your Restaurant Profits!
January 8, 2013

A Tip to Increase Your Restaurant Profits!

Did you know that as a California on-sale liquor licensee, you may be able to improve your revenue by selling packaged beer and wine for off-site consumption? Depending upon your…

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Can Minors Work in an “Off-Site” Premises?
January 2, 2013

Can Minors Work in an “Off-Site” Premises?

An “Off-Site” California liquor license allows you to sell alcoholic beverages for consumption off your premises.  This would include sales of beer six-packs, bottles of wine, and other assorted pre-packaged…

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  • <strong>Harald Herrmann</strong>, President/CEO, Yard House Restaurants

    “The Alcoholic Beverage Consulting Service team have been instrumental in support of the growth and success of Yard House over the past 5 years.”

    - Harald Herrmann, President/CEO, Yard House Restaurants
  • <strong>Dianne Scott</strong>, Director of Corporate Relations, BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.

    “I have been working with Mike Brewer and his team for over 16 years and find everyone consistently responsive, reliable and willing to go above and beyond."

    - Dianne Scott, Director of Corporate Relations, BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.
  • <strong>John Maino</strong>, President, Ironfire Brewing Company

    “Alcoholic Beverage Consulting relieved all the stress of filling out and filing of our alcohol licenses with the ABC and TTB, allowing us to focus on what we do best."

    - John Maino, President, Ironfire Brewing Company
  • <strong>Neal Pekala</strong>, Director of Legal Services, Hyatt Hotels

    "Your group provides me with right balance of what is important in picking a local counsel/consultant."

    - Neal Pekala, Director of Legal Services, Hyatt Hotels
  • <strong>Amy Bergrud</strong>, Director of Finance, Malibu Estate/Surfrider, Sunset Marquis Hotel

    “ABC Consulting is a pleasure to work with... Mike and Rhonda are experts in their field and have helped us to get ABC licenses for our multiple locations."

    - Amy Bergrud, Director of Finance, Malibu Estate/Surfrider, Sunset Marquis Hotel