
On-premises retail licenses and off-premises wholesale licenses are apportioned through a quota system (see below) established by the Pennsylvania Liquor Code. The agency has its headquarters in the Northwest Office Building in Harrisburg. Governor Gifford Pinchot is often inaccurately quoted as having stated that the purpose of the Board was to "discourage the purchase of alcoholic beverages by making it as inconvenient and expensive as possible," while in reality he believed that state control was the best way to move forward from Prohibition. In 1933, just four days before the sale of alcohol became legal in Pennsylvania, the Board was officially organized. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board was established in conjunction with the 21st Amendment and the repeal of prohibition. It is responsible for licensing the possession, sale, storage, transportation, importation and manufacture of wine, spirits and malt or brewed beverages in the commonwealth, as well as operating a system of liquor distribution (retailing) and providing education about the harmful effects of underage and dangerous drinking. In other recent celebrity gin news, “Outlander” star Sam Heughan was seen serving up cocktails in the Hamptons as part of ongoing promotion for his freshly launched The Sassenach Wild Scottish Gin.The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) is an independent government agency that manages the beverage alcohol industry in Pennsylvania by administering the Pennsylvania Liquor Code. At the end of the day, you deserve the best in your glass.”įind out where Irvine will be hosting his next tasting session here. “Every morning, you get up and give it your best. “You shouldn’t have to be rich to enjoy a little luxury,” Irvine said of his spirits. Irvine’s American Dry Gin can be found for $23.89, while Irvine’s Vodka is typically priced at about $20.
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Produced in collaboration with Boardroom Spirits in Pennsylvania, the brand’s full range comprises two “precision distilled” offerings: Irvine’s American Dry Gin and Precision-Distilled Vodka. Turning from food to booze, Irvine launched his spirits business in 2021. Irvine is also known for encouraging healthier lifestyles through the use of clever food choices and realistic exercise plans. He also tours with “Robert Irvine LIVE” and has authored four books, including “Family Table By Robert Irvine,” promoting family bonding through meals. Proceeds from these ventures support his foundation, benefiting veterans and first responders.

Beyond TV, he owns businesses like FitCrunch, Robert Irvine Foods and Boardroom Spirits. He’s best known as the host of Food Network’s “Restaurant: Impossible,” where he’s helped over 200 struggling restaurants. Irvine is a renowned chef and entrepreneur.


So that’s why I visit all of the small places, hence here we are in Erie Pennsylvania.” “You know, I always believed that small businesses and small towns create the economy of this country. “What a great market to come to,” Irvine informed Your Erie. During his visit, he hosted a tasting and signing event at the Fine Wine and Good Spirits store located at Yorktown Centre. On Sunday, Celebrity chef Robert Irvine made a visit to Erie, Pennsylvania, as part of the ongoing promotion of his personal brand of gin and vodka.
