1 CCR 203-2, Regulation 47-100 - Definitions

Basis and Purpose. The statutory authority for this regulation includes, but is not limited to, subsections 44-3-202(1)(b), 44-3-202(2)(a)(I)(A), and 44-3-202(2)(a)(I)(R), C.R.S. The purpose of this regulation is to ensure consistent application and interpretation of common terms within the relevant articles.

A. "Licensed, licensee, and licensed premises" mean persons or premises issued a license or permit under Articles 3, Articles 4 and Article 5 of Title 44.

B. "Manufacturer" means a Colorado licensed brewery, winery, limited winery, distillery, vintner's restaurant, distillery pub or brew pub as defined by section 44-3-103, C.R.S.

C. "Nonresident manufacturer" means a Colorado licensee that manufactures malt liquor or fermented malt beverages outside the state of Colorado and has been issued a Brewer's Notice by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau.

D. "On-site product sales promotion" means a sales promotion, featuring a particular brand of alcohol beverage, that is conducted on a retailer's licensed premises by an alcohol beverage supplier. On-site product sales promotion may include drink specials, product sampling and the giveaway of consumer goods.

E. "Sponsored event" means an event supported in whole or in part by a licensed supplier that is conducted at a retail licensed establishment.

F. "Supplier" means a Colorado licensed brewery, winery, distillery, brew pub, distillery pub, vintner's restaurant, limited winery, nonresident manufacturer, wholesaler or importer of alcohol beverages.

G. "Retailer" or an entity "licensed to sell at retail" means those persons licensed pursuant to sections 44-3-401(1)(h) - (t) and (v - w), C.R.S., and section 44-4-104(1)(c), C.R.S. to sell alcohol beverages to the end consumer.

H. "Unreasonable noise" means a level of noise that violates local noise ordinance standards, or where no local noise ordinance standard exists, a level of noise that would violate section 25-12-103, C.R.S.

I. "Wholesaler" means those entities authorized to sell alcohol beverages at wholesale to licensed retailers, including wholesalers of fermented malt beverages, malt liquors, vinous and spirituous liquors, limited wineries, brew pubs, distillery pubs, and vintner's restaurants.

J. "Sandwiches" as used in articles 3 and 5 of Title 44, C.R.S. are defined as single-serving items such as hamburgers, hot dogs, frozen pizzas, burritos, chicken wings, or items of a similar nature. "Light snacks" as used in articles 3 and 5 of Title 44, C.R.S. are defined as popcorn, pretzels, nuts, chips, or items of a similar nature.

K. "Colorado Liquor Code" or "Liquor Code" means article 3 of title 44, C.R.S.

L. "Colorado Beer and Wine Code" or "Beer and Wine Code" means article 4 of title 44, C.R.S.

M. "Special Event Code" means article 5 of title 44, C.R.S.

N. "Colorado Liquor Rules" means this regulatory article, 1 C.C.R. 203-2.

O. "Division" means the State of Colorado Department of Revenue's Liquor Enforcement Division, except as provided otherwise.

P. "Communal Outdoor Dining Area" means an outdoor space that is used for food and alcohol beverage service by two or more licensees licensed under article 3 or article 4 of title 44, C.R.S. as a:

1. Tavern;

2. Hotel and Restaurant;

3. Brew Pub;

4. Distillery Pub;

5. Vintner's Restaurant;

6. Beer and Wine Licensee;

7. Manufacturer that operates a sales room authorized under section 44-3-402(2) or (7), C.R.S.;

8. Beer wholesaler that operates a sales room under section 44-3-407(1)(b)(I), C.R.S.;

9. Limited Winery;

10. Lodging and Entertainment Facility;

11. Optional Premises; or

12. Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer licensed for consumption on the premises.

Notes

1 CCR 203-2, Regulation 47-100

46 CR 15, August 10, 2023, effective 6/27/2023 (EMERGENCY) 46 CR 18, September 25, 2023, effective 10/15/2023