Can a retail licensee purchase beer or wine from an out-of-state retailer, brewery, winery or importer?
No. Again, beer and wine can only be purchased from a licensed distributor or the Board. 79. Can a retail licensee negotiate with a distributor for a quantity discount price? ANSWER: No. A distributor must sell to everyone at the same price. 80. Can a manufacturer, importer or distributor buy drinks for me or my customers? ANSWER: No. 81. Can a representative from a brewery, winery, distributor or importer provide free product? ANSWER: Yes. A brewery, winery importer, distributor or their agent may provide samples, without charge, to a retail licensee who has not previously purchased the brand type or vintage year from the supplier furnishing the sample. Restrictions: Beer – Samples must be limited to not more than 72 ounces of any brand and type. Wine – Samples must be limited to not more than one liter of any brand and type. 82. Can a distillery representative provide a retail licensee with samples? ANSWER: Yes. A distiller or their agent may provide single samples, without charge, t
