Washington SB5511 amends definitions and tax rates for low-proof beverages and spirits distribution.

Washington SB5511 amends the definition of "low-proof beverage" to include beverages containing more than.5 percent alcohol by volume and less than seven percent alcohol by volume, excluding wine, malt beverages, or malt liquor. It also introduces a tax on the distribution and sale of low-proof beverages at $2.50 per gallon. The bill modifies the tax rates for spirits sales, including a tax on retail sales of spirits in the original package and sales to restaurant spirits retailers.

Washington SB5511 amends definitions and tax rates for low-proof beverages and spirits distribution.

Washington SB5511 amends the definition of "low-proof beverage" to include beverages containing more than.5 percent alcohol by volume and less than seven percent alcohol by volume, excluding wine, malt beverages, or malt liquor. It also introduces a tax on the distribution and sale of low-proof beverages at $2.50 per gallon. The bill modifies the tax rates for spirits sales, including a tax on retail sales of spirits in the original package and sales to restaurant spirits retailers.