64-Ounce Beer Growlers Made Legal in Florida

Tampa Bay area microbrew fans will soon be able to take their favorites home 64 ounces at a time.

Gov. Rick Scott signed the bill Thursday that effectively legalizes the sale of 64-ounce growlers beginning July 1. The contentious bill makes it feasible for microbreweries to sell their blends in larger-sized containers. The measure had been opposed by commercial beverage distributors.

“By making the sale of 64 ounce growlers legal in Florida, we are eliminating another burdensome regulation and allowing more Florida businesses to succeed,” Scott was quoted in a release about the signing as saying. “We are pleased to continue to create a world class business environment where all businesses, including breweries, can succeed.”

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