Every homebrewer, myself included, have considered the idea of getting a nanobrewery going. You hear all the great stories of brewers getting setup in their garage and making it happen. It's important, however, to do lots of research before you make any serious decisions.
To clarify, a nanobrewery is a step down from what most people know as a microbrewery. Anywhere from 1/2 bbl (15 gallons) to 7+bbl systems are common.
For info on the federal side check with the TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Trade Bureau).
Every state will have different regulations. For my home state of California you will need to go through Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC)
Hess Brewing (a nano in San Diego) has been through the process and put together THIS page on their blog to help out young brewer you are considering taking the plunge.
To get in touch with professionals in the industry in all areas it is vital you go to www.probrewer.com and get in touch with fellow brewers and those working on the ingredient and equipment side of things
If you are considering trying to open your nano on your home property you will (most likely) need to have a structure that is not connected to your home (aka "dwelling"). Check with your local Small Business Administration for possible exemptions on zoning.
Good Luck!
Good Luck!
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