Federal Brewer's Bond
Overview
Federal law requires breweries operating in the United States to post a Brewer's Bond before they can legally produce and sell beer. Administered by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), this bond guarantees that a licensed brewer will fulfill all federal tax obligations on beer produced and sold. Brewers who fail to remit excise taxes expose the federal government to loss — and this bond is the financial guarantee that covers that exposure. It is a mandatory federal requirement, not a state license condition.
Who Needs This Bond?
You've applied for — or already hold — a federal Brewer's Notice from the TTB, and you've been told you need to post this bond before your operation is fully authorized. Any entity that produces beer for commercial sale in the United States and is subject to federal excise tax must obtain this bond. That includes craft breweries, microbreweries, regional breweries, and large-scale commercial brewing operations. If the TTB requires it as part of your permit approval, this is the bond you need.
What is this Bond For?
Brewing and selling beer in the United States generates federal excise tax liability the moment the product leaves bond. This surety bond assures the TTB that those taxes will be paid in full and on time. If a brewer defaults on federal excise tax obligations, the TTB can make a claim against this bond to recover unpaid amounts. It protects the federal government — not the brewer — and the brewer is ultimately responsible for any valid claim paid out.
When is it Required?
Before your Brewer's Notice is fully effective and before you can legally remove beer from your brewery premises for sale, this bond must already be in place. The TTB will not allow taxable removals without a compliant bond on file. There is no grace period once production begins — the bond is a pre-condition of authorized operations, not a follow-up requirement. Get it in place first.
Where Does it Apply?
This is a federal bond required by the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau and applies to brewing operations located anywhere in the United States. It is not a state-level bond and is separate from any state or local alcohol licensing bonds your state may also require. Your federal Brewer's Bond must be on file with the TTB regardless of where in the country your brewery is located.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' on this page — it opens the secure surety portal in a new tab where you can complete your application and get your bond issued quickly. The process is straightforward and designed for business owners who need to move fast. Once issued, your bond documentation will be ready to submit directly to the TTB.
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