Enter a drink name and download a print-ready label carrying the two elements NJ ABC guidance describes: the cocktail name and a clear alcoholic beverage notation.
Regulations in our system last verified on August 29, 2026
The short answer
Label each container with the common or trade name of the cocktail and a notation that it holds an alcoholic beverage. Handwritten labels are acceptable under existing guidance; this template just makes it consistent.
Sample label
Enter the drink name to generate a printable label showing the cocktail name and “ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE.” Handwritten labels are also acceptable under current guidance.
The file downloads as an SVG, which prints cleanly at any size and opens in most label software.
NJ ABC's existing cocktails-to-go guidance calls for the common or trade name of the cocktail and a notation that the container holds an alcoholic beverage.
What to do: Label each container with the drink name and the words ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE. Handwritten labels are acceptable under this guidance.
NJ ABC Advisory Notice AN 2020-06 · NJ-CTG-011 v1
Local alcohol-consumption rules may also apply. NJ ABC guidance notes that off-premises consumption remains subject to municipal and other laws covering sidewalks, beaches, parks and other public places.
What to do: Let customers know local alcohol-consumption rules may also apply.
NJ ABC Advisory Notice AN 2020-06 · NJ-CTG-012 v1
New Jersey S-4384 — Permanent Alcoholic Beverage To-Go Law
New Jersey Legislature
Effective August 28, 2026 · Status current · Verified in our system August 29, 2026
View the official sourceNJ ABC Advisory Notice AN 2020-06 — Cocktails-To-Go
New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control
Effective June 2, 2020 · Status partially superseded · Verified in our system August 29, 2026
View the official sourceGovernor of New Jersey — August 28, 2026 Cocktails-To-Go Signing Announcement
Office of the Governor
Effective August 28, 2026 · Status current explanatory · Verified in our system August 29, 2026
View the official sourceNJ to-go cocktail labeling
What must appear on the container, including handwritten labels.
Printable compliance checklist
A staff-ready checklist for your to-go station.
Packaging and label suppliers
Vendors for tamper-evident containers, labels and training.
Full NJ cocktails-to-go requirements
The complete requirement list, split into law and ABC guidance.
This page provides general regulatory information about New Jersey alcohol-to-go rules and is not legal advice. Requirements can change and can vary by license type and municipality. Confirm your situation with the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control or qualified counsel.
