Distilled Spirits, Wine and Malt Beverage Tax Bond
Brewers, distillers, rectifiers, blenders, vintners, wholesalers, non-resident licensees, and liquor transporters. Required when: Filing an application for a license to traffic in or transport distilled spirits, wine, or malt beverages. Exemptions: Individuals producing beer or wine for personal consumption (up to 200…
Overview
What it is.
Brewers, distillers, rectifiers, blenders, vintners, wholesalers, non-resident licensees, and liquor transporters. Required when: Filing an application for a license to traffic in or transport distilled spirits, wine, or malt beverages. Exemptions: Individuals producing beer or wine for personal consumption (up to 200…
Tax bonds guarantee payment of taxes or compliance with tax regulations. Typical Pricing:. • Standard tax bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. • Credit check: Required for most tax bonds. Common types include sales tax bonds, fuel tax bonds, and cigarette/tobacco tax bonds. Quick approval is typical for applicants with good credit. Some tax bonds…
Typical timeframe
Credit-based approval — typically 1–2 business days
Application
What to do next.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
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StateKYBond amountThe minimum amount is $1,000. The actual amount is equal to three (3) times the…Term lengthContinuousObligeeKentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and Kentucky Department of RevenueRenewalThe bond remains in effect as long as the license is active, but the surety may be discharged from liability after 60 days' written notice to the board. License renewal is conducted annually through the ABC online porta…Bond classTax BondCategoryAlcohol & BeverageBondDistilled Spirits, Wine and Malt Beverage Tax BondStatutory referenceKRS 243.400, KRS 243.410JurisdictionState
