Title
Liquor License - Desert Botanical Distillery
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 299699.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Ryan Anderson, Agent
License Type
Series 18 - Craft Distiller
Location
1746 E. Madison Street, Ste. 1
Zoning Classification: A-1
Council District: 8
This request is for a new liquor license for a craft distiller. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This business has plans to open in November 2024.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is September 21, 2024.
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
This applicant does not hold an interest in any other active liquor license in the State of Arizona.
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:
“Desert Botanical Distillery is a family-owned and operated local small batch distillery. We are dedicated to making unique product of exceptionally high quality that embodies the unique flavors and aromas of the Sonoran desert. We use cactus and mesquite grown on our own land in the distillation process and operate our farm in a sustainable manner. We will operate to the highest quality standards and in compliance with all laws and regulations.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The consuming public deserves a variety of spirits. Desert Botanical Distillery will fill that need and provide a unique beverage that is not available anywhere else in the world while utilizing sustainable farming techniques that enhance, rather than deplete, the environment.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application noting the applicant must resolve any pending City of Phoenix building and zoning requirements, and be in compliance with the City of Phoenix Code and Ordinances.
Attachments
Attachment - Desert Botanical Distillery - Data
Attachment - Desert Botanical Distillery - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.