Georgia’s laws for producing, distributing, and selling beer, wine, and spirits—known as the three-tier system—have been carefully balanced over decades. The success of our producers, distributors, and retailers is proof: Georgia has the recipe for success.
That’s why we’re here to help you understand what the three-tier system is and how it works. Our system provides fair access to the market, protects against unsafe products, creates safeguards for our youth, and ensures a consistent revenue stream to state and local government.
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Georgia’s System is Delivering for Georgia
350,000+
Number of Georgians employed by alcohol production, distribution, and retail including stores, bars, and restaurants
Georgia is 4th in the nation in beer production
Number of Georgians employed by alcohol production, distribution, and retail including stores, bars, and restaurants
180
The number of craft breweries in Georgia has grown from 10 to 180 since 2011.
2 Million
Craft brewers can legally sell 2 million bottles a year direct to the public.
3 to 57
The number of Georgia craft distilleries has grown from 3 to 57 since 2011.
$904 Million
Since 2020, Georgia has collected $904 million in excise tax from the sale of alcohol.
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