Addition of Singani to the Standards of Identity for Distilled Spirits
TTB final rule adds 'Singani' as a type of brandy to the Standards of Identity for Distilled Spirits, effective February 13, 2023.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Liquor Licensing space on July 30, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. Distilled spirits producers, importers, and label applicants who make or market Singani or similar products. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: February 13, 2023 (effective date).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Liquor Licensing continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Singani is now officially recognized as a distinctive type of brandy under federal regulations, allowing it to be labeled and sold as such.
Who it affects
Distilled spirits producers, importers, and label applicants who make or market Singani or similar products.
What you must do
Producers and importers of Singani should update product labels and formulations to comply with the new standard of identity.
Deadline
February 13, 2023 (effective date).
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