Title
Liquor License - Six Byrd Cider - District 6
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 357677.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Jeffrey Miller, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
3619 E. Indian School Road
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 6
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a beer and wine bar. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales with a Series 19 - Remote Tasting Room liquor license and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is October 20, 2025.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, a spirituous liquor license shall be issued only after satisfactory showing of the capability, qualifications, and reliability of the applicant and that the public convenience and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance. If an application is filed for the issuance of a license for a location, that on the date the application is filed has a valid license of the same series issued at that location, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the public convenience and best interest of the community at that location was established at the time the location was previously licensed. The presumption shall not apply once the licensed location has not been in use for more than 180 days.
Other Active Liquor License Interest in Arizona
The ownership of this business has an interest in other active liquor license(s) in the State of Arizona. This information is listed below and includes liquor license violations on file with the AZ Department of Liquor Licenses and Control and, for locations within the boundaries of Phoenix, the number of aggregate calls for police service within the last 12 months for the address listed.
Six Byrd Cider (Series 13)
941 S. Park Lane, Ste. 105, Tempe
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: In April 2024, a fine of $250 was paid for failure to report annual production at the end of the calendar year.
Six Byrd Cider (Series 13)
1920 E. University Drive, Ste. 101, Tempe
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
Six Byrd Cider (Series 19)
3619 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 1
Liquor license violations: None
Public Opinion
No protest or support letters were received within the 20-day public comment period.
Applicant’s Statement
The applicant submitted the following statement in support of this application. Spelling, grammar, and punctuation in the statement are shown exactly as written by the applicant on the City Questionnaire.
I have the capability, reliability, and qualifications to hold a liquor license because:
“The owners currently own and operate other licenses in the Valley. They will continue to abide by Arizona Title 4 liquor laws.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Six Byrd Cider is dedicated to crafting and serving exceptional, locally produced ciders, paired with a seasonal menu in a wecloming taproom. With a series 7 license, we'll expand our offerings to include a variety of Arizona's best craft beers and wines, promoting local producers, enhancing community engagement, and elevating the guest experience. This will strengthen Arizona's craft beverage culture making Six Byrd a hub for Arizona craft beverage community.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Six Byrd Cider - Data
Attachment B - Six Byrd Cider - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.