Trademark Class 33: Alcoholic Beverages (Except Beers)
Last updated: 20 June 2025
Trademark Class 33 covers alcoholic beverages (except beers), including wines, spirits, liqueurs, and other distilled drinks. This class protects brands in the premium liquor and beverage alcohol industry.
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Trademark Class 33 includes a wide range of alcoholic beverages that are essential for the hospitality and liquor industry. This class covers all alcoholic drinks except beers, which fall under Class 32.
It includes wines, spirits, cocktails, and traditional alcoholic beverages from various cultures. Registering under Class 33 helps secure exclusive rights for businesses involved in producing or distributing these alcoholic products, ensuring brand protection in this competitive market. For more details, visit the official website of Intellectual Property India.
Key Categories Under Class 33
- Wines: Red, white, sparkling, and fortified wines
- Spirits: Whisky, vodka, rum, gin, and other distilled beverages
- Liqueurs: Flavored alcoholic beverages and digestifs
- Traditional Beverages: Cultural alcoholic drinks like sake, baijiu, and arrack
- Pre-mixed Cocktails: Ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages (non-beer based)
- Fortified Wines: Wine-based beverages with added spirits
Goods Classified Under Class 33
Anise [liqueur]
Anisette [liqueur]
Aperitifs*
Arrack [arak] / Arak [arrack]
Baijiu [Chinese distilled alcoholic beverage]
Alcoholic beverages, except beer
Alcoholic beverages containing fruit
Bitters
Brandy
Cider (alcoholic)
Cocktails* (pre-mixed)
Curaçao
Digestifs [liqueurs and spirits]
Distilled beverages
Alcoholic essences
Alcoholic extracts
Fruit extracts, alcoholic
Gin
Hydromel [mead] / Mead [hydromel]
Kirsch
Liqueurs
Nira [sugarcane-based alcoholic beverage]
Peppermint liqueurs
Perry
Piquette
Pre-mixed alcoholic beverages, other than beer-based
Rice alcohol
Rum
Sake
Spirits [beverages]
Vodka
Whisky
Wine
Fortified wines
Sparkling wines
Fruit wines
Rice wines
Palm wines
Tequila
Shochu
Soju
Absinthe
Aquavit
Calvados
Grappa
Marc
Ouzo
Pisco
Schnapps
Singani
Slivovitz
Alcoholic punches
Alcoholic sodas
Hard ciders
Alcoholic energy drinks
Alcoholic seltzers (non-beer based)
Goods Not Classified Under Class 33
Beers (Class 32)
Non-alcoholic beverages (Class 32)
Non-alcoholic beers (Class 32)
Beer-based cocktails (Class 32)
Malt beverages (Class 32)
Non-alcoholic wines (Class 32)
Non-alcoholic cocktails (Class 32)
Medicinal beverages (Class 5)
Dietetic beverages for medical purposes (Class 5)
Flavorings for beverages (Class 30)
Syrups for beverages (Class 30)
Beverage concentrates (non-alcoholic) (Class 30)
Fruit juices (non-alcoholic) (Class 29 or 32)
Mineral waters (Class 32)
Carbonated waters (Class 32)
Soft drinks (Class 32)
Non-alcoholic fruit drinks (Class 32)
Coffee-based beverages (Class 30)
Tea-based beverages (Class 30)
Cocoa-based beverages (Class 30)
Dairy-based beverages (Class 29)
Soy-based beverages (Class 29 or 32)
Energy drinks (non-alcoholic) (Class 32)
Isotonic beverages (Class 32)
Sports drinks (Class 32)
Vegetable juices (non-alcoholic) (Class 29 or 32)
Kombucha (non-alcoholic) (Class 32)
Vinegar beverages (Class 29 or 30)
Bitters for food (Class 30)
Hop extracts for food (Class 30)
Yeast for beverages (Class 1)
Fermentation additives (Class 1)
Beverage dispensing machines (Class 7)
Bottle openers (Class 8)
Corkscrews (Class 8)
Drinking glasses (Class 21)
Decanters (Class 21)
Bottle stoppers (Class 21)
Intellectual Properties You Should Trademark Under Class 33
- Brand Names: The names of your alcoholic beverage products
- Logos: Distinctive symbols representing your liquor brand
- Slogans: Catchphrases associated with your alcoholic products
- Bottle Designs: Unique bottle shapes with brand recognition
- Label Designs: Distinctive labeling for alcoholic beverages
- Service Marks: For companies providing alcohol distribution services
- Trade Dress: The overall visual appearance of your product packaging
Why Register Under Class 33
- Exclusive Rights: Gain legal protection for your alcoholic beverages and prevent competitors from using similar marks in this lucrative market.
- Brand Recognition: Establish your brand identity in the competitive spirits industry with a registered trademark.
- Market Expansion: Protection facilitates expansion into new markets with established brand recognition in alcoholic beverages.
- Legal Protection: Ability to take legal action against counterfeit liquor products.
- Asset Value: Trademarks in the alcohol industry can appreciate significantly and become valuable business assets.
- 10-Year Protection: Initial registration lasts 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely.
- Begin your trademark registration process with TMZON — take the first step toward protecting your liquor brand.
Registration Process
- Before registering under Class 33, make sure your brand name is available. Use our free Trademark Search tool to check availability and view relevant trademark information.
- Trademark Search: Conduct a comprehensive search to ensure your mark is available in the alcoholic beverages category.
- Application Preparation: Gather all necessary information and documentation specific to liquor products.
- Filing: Submit your application with the appropriate trademark office.
- Examination: The trademark office reviews your application for compliance.
- Publication: Your mark is published for opposition by third parties.
- Registration: If no opposition, your trademark is registered and protected.
- Maintenance: File periodic renewals to maintain your trademark rights in the alcoholic beverages market.
Why Choose TMZON
- Beverage Industry Expertise: Specialized knowledge in alcohol and spirits trademarks.
- Comprehensive Searches: Thorough clearance searches to minimize rejection risks in the competitive liquor market.
- Streamlined Process: Efficient handling of all paperwork and filings for your alcohol brand.
- Global Protection: Assistance with international trademark registration for beverage brands.
- Ongoing Support: Monitoring and enforcement services to protect against counterfeit alcohol products.
- Cost-Effective: Competitive pricing with transparent fee structures for emerging and established brands.