Brewery Insurance Application

Craft Brewery Insurance Quote Request

Specifically, this brewery insurance application helps us provide a customized quote for your craft brewing operation. Whether you operate a microbrewery, regional brewery, or brewpub, our specialized brewery insurance coverage protects your unique risks. Consequently, all fields marked with * are required for accurate quoting.

Why Choose First Underwriters for Brewery Insurance?

Indeed, craft brewery insurance requires specialized expertise that standard business policies simply don't provide. As a result, our brewery insurance programs are designed specifically for the unique risks facing craft brewers, microbreweries, and brewpubs. According to the Brewers Association, proper insurance coverage is essential for protecting your brewing investment.

Furthermore, we work with carriers who understand brewing operations, including product liability for craft beverages, equipment breakdown coverage, and liquor liability protection. Additionally, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) requires proper licensing, and our brewery insurance helps ensure compliance.

1 Brewery Insurance Applicant Information

First, please provide your basic business information so we can begin preparing your brewery insurance quote. Consequently, accurate information helps us find the best coverage options.

Name of Applicant (Brewery Name) *

Address *

City *

State *

Zip Code *

FEIN

Year Business Established *

Website

Contact Email *

Contact Phone *

Contact Name *

Description of Brewing Operations *

2 Craft Brewery Insurance: Production & Revenue

Next, provide your production and revenue details. Specifically, this information helps us determine the appropriate brewery insurance coverage limits for your operation.

Classification of Brewery Operation *

Regional Brewery (15,000 - 2,000,000 bbls/annum) Contract Brewer (all product produced by others) Microbrewery (<15,000 bbls/annum) Brewpub (25%+ production consumed on premises)

Annual Revenue - Brewery Manufacturing Operations

Current Year - Bottles

Current Year - Cans

Current Year - Kegs/Other

# Barrels Produced

Annual Revenue - Tap Room/Restaurant

On-Premises - Draft

Food Revenue

Merchandise Revenue

Distribution Area

Total Square Footage

Do you export any product?

Head Brew Master's Years of Experience

Do you manufacture other beverages (cider, liquor, wine)?

Sole tenant in building?

Automatic sprinkler system?

3 Microbrewery Insurance: Process & Quality Control

Additionally, quality control procedures directly impact your brewery insurance rates. Consequently, breweries with strong quality programs typically qualify for better coverage terms. The FDA Food Safety regulations also apply to brewing operations.

Is brewed beer pasteurized?

Batch-test beer at every stage?

How is unpasteurized beer kept fresh from spoilage?

Describe sanitation procedures:

Routine maintenance on equipment?

Formal quality control program?

Recall/withdrawal plan in place (FDA compliant)?

Ever had to recall a product?

4 Brewpub Insurance: Other Operations

Furthermore, additional operations like tap rooms and tours require specific brewery insurance coverages. Similarly, restaurants and event spaces need general liability protection.

Do you operate a restaurant?

Conduct tours of brewing operation?

Do you have a tasting room?

Number of seats (if applicable)

Do you have a tap room?

Hours of operation

Plan special events in next 12 months?

Lease facility for events?

5 Brewery Insurance: Liquor Liability Coverage

Finally, liquor liability is a critical component of brewery insurance for any craft brewery serving alcohol. Consequently, responsible service practices can significantly reduce your brewery insurance premiums.

Do you serve alcohol? *

Liquor License Number

Employees certified in alcohol training (TIPS)?

Written policies for responsible service?

Written guidelines for checking IDs?

Designated Driver program?

Procedures for dealing with intoxicated persons:

Any fines/citations related to alcohol in past 5 years?

License ever suspended or revoked?

Any liquor liability claims in past 5 years?

Additional Comments or Information for Your Brewery Insurance Quote

I hereby declare that all information contained in this brewery insurance application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. Consequently, I understand that any policy issued will be based upon my statements in this application.

Applicant Printed Name *

Title *

A member of our brewery insurance team will contact you within 1-2 business days.

Need Help With Your Brewery Insurance Application?

Indeed, our craft brewery insurance specialists are ready to assist you with any questions. Additionally, learn more about our complete business insurance solutions.

(425) 242-5357 quoterequests@firstunderwriters.com