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Wine Kitchen hit with larger fine recommendation after inspector found 27 infusions, oldest dated 05/01/2026
Summary
A July inspection found 27 infused‑alcohol containers stored beyond Frederick County’s five‑day limit, the oldest labeled May 1, 2026 (about 67 days). The board imposed a $750 fine, $2.50 admin fee, mandatory training and one‑year probation; vote 3‑0.
The Liquor Board found the Wine Kitchen in violation of Frederick County’s infusion rule after a July 7 inspection discovered 27 containers of infused alcohol stored longer than the five‑day allowance.
Dawn Sugars read the inspector’s record into the hearing: “27 containers of infused alcohol were observed being stored beyond the 5 days permitted under the Frederick County Alcoholic Beverage Regulation 6.14 infusions. The oldest container was labeled with a made on date of 05/01/2026, indicating that the infusion had been stored for approximately 67 days at the time of inspection.” Sugars said the inspector disposed of all 27 containers during the visit.
Staff noted an administrative history on the license and recommended sanctions commensurate with a third infraction: a $750 fine, $2.50 administrative fee, mandatory VPC (Sept. 17 or Oct. 8) and one‑year probation. The licensee admitted the violation. The board adopted the staff recommendation in a 3‑0 vote.
Commissioners emphasized that while staff education and training are the primary regulatory tools, repeated noncompliance tightens sanctions; the board required registration for the specified class dates and set the class completion deadline at Oct. 8.
