For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR. Includes the four varieties of liquor defined in divisions (1) through (4) below, and every liquid or solid, patented or not, containing alcohol, spirits, wine, or beer and capable of being consumed as a beverage by a human being. The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to alcohol used in the manufacture of denatured alcohol produced in accordance with Acts of Congress and regulations promulgated thereunder nor to any liquid or solid containing 0.50% or less of alcohol by volume nor shall the provisions of this chapter apply to flavoring, extracts, syrups, or medicinal, mechanical, scientific, culinary, or toilet preparations or food products unfit for beverage purposes, but the provisions of this chapter shall not be construed to exclude or not apply to alcoholic liquor used in the manufacture, preparation, or compounding of such products. None of the provisions of this chapter shall apply to wine intended for use and used by any church or religious organization for sacramental purposes.
(1) ALCOHOL. The product of distillation of any fermented liquid, whether rectified or diluted, whatever may be the origin thereof and includes synthetic ethyl alcohol. It does not include denatured alcohol or wood alcohol.
(2) BEER. A beverage obtained by the alcoholic fermentation of an infusion or concoction of barley or other grain, malt, and hops in water and includes, among other things, beer, ale, stout, lager beer, porter, and the like.
(3) SPIRITS. Any beverage which contains alcohol obtained by distillation, mixed with water or other substance in solution, and includes brandy, rum, whisky, gin, or other spirituous liquors and such liquors when rectified, blended, or otherwise mixed with alcohol or other substances.
(4) WINE. Any alcoholic beverage obtained by the fermentation of the natural contents of fruits or vegetables containing sugar including such beverages when fortified by the addition of alcohol or spirits, as defined in division (3) above.
PERSON. Any individual, association, co-partnership, firm, company, corporation, or other association or individuals.
SALE. Any transfer, exchange, or barter in any manner or by means whatsoever for a consideration and includes and means all sales made by any person, whether principal, proprietor, agent, servant, or employee.
SELL AT RETAIL. Refers to and means sales for use or consumption and not for resale in any form.
TO SELL. Includes to keep or expose for sale and to keep with intent to sell.
(Prior Code, Chapter 12, § 1)