In an intriguing consideration of what constitutes beer, the Modelo brand will head to the Second Circuit next week. They argue that a Manhattan jury made a misjudgment when they decided that Corona’s flavored seltzer stands on par with beer. This decision came to pass considering a contract entered by the two companies.
On this noteworthy legal dispute within the alcoholic beverages sector, intellectual property considerations come to the forefront. In particular, given the classification of the flavored seltzer align with beer, which directly affects the way they are marketed and regulated.
Together with further intellectual property matters scheduled for the following week, this case offers a compelling overview of the developments in this field.