How to Get a Bartending License in Maryland

To get a bartending license in Maryland, you have several options depending on your specific needs and location. You can enroll in a bartending program such as the one offered by Charm City Bartending Academy, or the Maryland Alcohol Server Training course offered by TAM. If you're in Montgomery County, you need to apply for an Alcoholic Beverage License. The application process involves several steps and requirements, including paying a non-refundable application fee, completing various forms, and setting up an Automated Clearing House (ACH) account for direct debits from a banking account.

1. Enroll in a Bartending Program

• Purpose: To gain the necessary skills and knowledge to become a bartender.
• Estimated Cost: $385.00.
• Instructions: Consider enrolling in a bartending program such as the one offered by Charm City Bartending Academy located at 2303 N. Charles Street, Ground floor, Baltimore, 21218- MD. The program is called “Principles of Bartending/Mixology” and it is a 45-hour training course. The tuition for the program is $260.00 and there are other costs/fees amounting to $125.00, making the total cost $385.00. For the most current tuition and other costs associated with this program, it is recommended to contact the school directly at (410) 793-7890.

2. Complete the Maryland Alcohol Server Training Course

• Purpose: To equip servers, staff, and managers with the knowledge needed to supervise the sale and consumption of alcohol in a safe, professional, and practical manner.
• Estimated Cost: $24.99.
• Instructions: Enroll in the Maryland Alcohol Server Training course offered by TAM. The course covers various modules including laws and ethics, clinical effects of alcohol, preventing and handling customer intoxication, preventing underage purchase and consumption, dealing with disruptive consumers, and understanding the legal restrictions and rules pertaining to alcohol consumption in Maryland. You can enroll in the course here.

3. Apply for an Alcoholic Beverage License in Montgomery County

• Purpose: To legally sell alcoholic beverages in Montgomery County, Maryland.
• Estimated Cost: $600.00.
• Instructions: Apply for an Alcoholic Beverage License in Montgomery County. The application process involves several steps and requirements, including paying a non-refundable application fee of $600. You can find the application form here. You also need to complete a Tax Affidavit and an ACH Authorization Form to set up an Automated Clearing House (ACH) account for direct debits from a banking account.

FAQs

• Can I get a bartending license online in Maryland? Although online server training is not currently approved by the Maryland Office of the Comptroller of the Treasury Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Bureau, you can still complete the classroom TAM course to receive certification.
• What are the costs associated with getting a bartending license in Maryland? The costs vary depending on the program or license you're applying for. The Charm City Bartending Academy program costs $385.00, the Maryland Alcohol Server Training course costs $24.99, and the Alcoholic Beverage License in Montgomery County costs $600.00.
• What are the requirements to get a bartending license in Maryland? The requirements vary depending on the program or license you're applying for. Generally, you need to complete a training course or program, and if you're in Montgomery County, you need to apply for an Alcoholic Beverage License.

Useful Information Source Links

• Charm City Bartending Academy
• Maryland Alcohol Server Training
• Montgomery County Alcoholic Beverage License Application

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