Beer Connoisseur's License


A beer connoisseur's license is used by an individual Montanan who wants to directly receive beer shipments from out-of-state breweries for their own consumption. (16-4-9, MCA)

A beer connoisseur's license does not allow the licensee to sell alcohol.

Fees

New License$50
License Renewal$25

A beer connoisseur's license expires each year on June 30 and must be renewed annually.

Beer connoisseur's license holders must also pay Beer Connoisseur's Tax.

Application Requirements

When applying for a beer connoisseur's license, you must provide:

Limitations on Beer Shipments

A beer connoisseur's licensee may only receive 288 bottles or 12 cases of beer from an out-of-state brewery during a 12-month period. (16-4-903, MCA)

The out-of-state brewery must also be registered with the department and is limited to shipping 1,440 bottles or 60 cases of beer to beer connoisseur's licensees in Montana. (16-4-906, MCA)

License Quotas and Limits

Beer connoisseur's licenses are not subject to quota limits.

Application Options and Dates

You may apply for a beer connoisseur's license:

A beer connoisseur's license expires each year on June 30 and must be renewed annually.

License Violation Penalties

Violating the beer connoisseur's license laws is a civil offense carrying the following penalties:

First OffenseA letter from the department ordering you to cease and desist committing the violation.
Second OffenseA fine up to $500
Third OffenseA fine up to $2,500