An Act expanding the definition of beverage

This bill (HD 57) amends Massachusetts law to expand the legal definition of "Beverage" to include carbonated soft drinks, mineral water, water, and alcoholic beverages (as defined elsewhere). It explicitly excludes dairy products and natural fruit juices from this definition. The bill also adds an exemption, clarifying that breweries, distilleries, cidery, or wineries selling only their own beverages on-site are not subject to the new definition. This change directly affects beverage producers, retailers, and establishments selling alcoholic or carbonated drinks within Massachusetts.