What is covered vs. needs a different path
Covered
- Shelf-stable drink mixes (dry)
- Licensed bottled drinks
- Juice under retail rules
Needs a different path
- Home-bottled ready-to-drink
- Alcohol without ABC and TTB permits
- Unlabeled raw juice
Three compliance steps
A
Classify
Juice, kombucha, soda and alcohol each follow different rules.
B
License
Bottling generally needs a licensed KDA facility.
C
Label
Add warning statements for unpasteurized juice.
Quick reference
| Item | Rule | Regulator |
|---|---|---|
| Juice | HACCP or warning label | FDA |
| Kombucha | Keep under 0.5% ABV | KDA / TTB |
| Alcohol | Permit required | Kansas ABC |
FAQ
Can I sell kombucha from home?
Fermented and refrigerated drinks generally fall outside the home exemption. Ask KDA.
Do I still need to collect sales tax?
Register with the Kansas Department of Revenue. The state rate on food and food ingredients has been 0 percent since Jan. 1, 2025, but local taxes still apply, and prepared food, alcohol, supplements and non-food items remain taxable (KDOR Pub. KS-1223).
Where do I get help?
Contact the regulator named in the table before you sell.
Printable checklist
- Confirm processing route with KDA
- Check ABV if fermented
- Add required warnings
- Register with Kansas Dept. of Revenue
- Confirm local business or market rules