LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Access to ready-to-drink products will soon be expanded in the Las Vegas Valley.
According to a news release, the Clark County Clerk signed an ordinance to expand access to spirits ready-to-drink products by allowing spirits to be sold within establishments where beer and wine are sold. The ordinance defines his RTD for spirits as products in their original containers that do not exceed 17% alcohol by he.
Adam Smith, Vice President of State Relations for the Distilled Spirits Council of America, issued the following statement:
“By allowing spirits-based RTDs to be sold where beer and wine are sold, Clark County has improved consumer convenience, supported local businesses, and boosted state tax revenue. Clark County, which includes popular tourist destination Las Vegas, should pass the ordinance to allow businesses to serve real spirits-based beverages to customers, rather than beer and wine products that mimic beer and wine. and sets an example for the rest of the state: real cocktails.Alcohol is alcohol and there is no good reason why products with similar alcohol content should not be sold in the same place. In response, we encourage action to be taken to expand RTD access for spirits statewide.”
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