Establishes labeling requirements for kolehao, a traditional Hawaiian distilled spirit, to protect its cultural integrity and economic potential.
The bill establishes labeling requirements for kolehao, a traditional Hawaiian distilled spirit, to ensure it is produced and labeled accurately. It defines kolehao as a spirit distilled from at least 51% k root, grown and distilled in Hawaii, and bottled at a minimum of 40% alcohol by volume. The bill mandates that labels on consumer packages must clearly state "Hawai i-distilled kolehao made with Hawai i-grown k" to prevent consumer confusion and protect the spirit's cultural significance.
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