Summary
Existing law defines "beer" for purposes of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act as any alcoholic beverage obtained by the fermentation of any infusion or decoction of barley, malt, hops, or any other similar product, or any combination thereof in water, as specified.
This bill would revise the definition of "beer" for purposes of the act to provide that beer may be produced using other grain and to specify that fermentation occurs in drinkable water.
Bill text versions
Legislative Journey
- Introduced
- Committee
- Floor
- Passed Chamber 1
- Passed Chamber 2
- Signed
Feb 19, 2026
Read first time. To print.
HouseFeb 20, 2026
From printer. May be heard in committee March 22.
HouseMar 9, 2026
Referred to Com. on G.O.
House