We offer
Licensing Support
Obtaining relevant licenses from HMRC and local government can be the most onerous part of setting up a distillery.
Licence support services include
Compounders & Rectifiers
This license is issued by HMRC and is required for businesses engaged in compounding or rectifying spirits. Compounding involves mixing spirits with other ingredients, while rectifying involves purifying or redistilling spirits, often incorporating botanicals into the process.
AWRS
AWRS (Alcohol Wholesaler Registration Scheme) is a mandatory registration scheme for businesses involved in wholesaling alcohol.
Premises Licence
Required for establishments selling alcohol on their premises. This license is obtained from the local licensing authority
Personal Licence
A personal license is required for individuals responsible for the sale of alcohol at a licensed premises. To obtain a personal license, one must undergo relevant training and pass an exam.
Distiller's Licence
This is a core license for distillers and is issued by HMRC. It allows businesses to legally produce spirits from scratch through distillation.
WOWGR
(Warehousekeepers and Owners of Warehoused Goods Regulations). Allows the individual or business to be registered as owners and hold duty suspended goods in a third party warehouse.
Excise Warehouse Approval
If you’re producing spirits for commercial purposes, you need approval from HMRC for duty suspension in a warehouse by an authorised warehousekeeper.
EXTENDED SUPPORT
The Craft Distilling Business also offers extended support through a trusted partner, providing services such as:
- Personal Licence Applications and Training
- Staff Training in Responsible Alcohol Retailing
- Premises Licence Applications, Variations, and Transfers
- Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) Variations
- Temporary Events Notices
