Register Your Trademark in Class 33

Trademark Class 33 - Alcoholic Beverages (Except Beer)

Trademark registration is a crucial step for businesses in the alcoholic beverage industry to establish and protect their brand identity. Under the Nice Classification (NCL) system, Trademark Class 33 is designated for alcoholic beverages except beer. If you are planning to manufacture, sell, or distribute liquor, wine, or spirits, you must register your brand under Class 33 to secure exclusive rights and prevent brand infringement.

In this guide, we will explore the products covered under Trademark Class 33, coordinated classes, exclusions, and why it is essential for your business.

What is Trademark Class 33?

Trademark Class 33 consists of various alcoholic beverages except beer, including:

Whiskey
Vodka
Wine
Brandy
Gin
Rum
Sake
Sparkling wine
Cider
Alcoholic essences and extracts
Alcoholic punches

Coordinated Classes for Trademark Class 33

Some products and services are closely related to alcoholic beverages but fall under different trademark classes. Here are the coordinated classes:

What is Not Included in Trademark Class 33?

Certain beverages, even though they may relate to alcohol, are excluded from Class 33 and fall under different trademark classes:

Why is Trademark Registration Important for Alcoholic Beverages?

Brand Protection – Ensures your business has exclusive rights to use the brand name.
Legal Protection – Prevents unauthorized usage or counterfeit products under your brand.
Customer Trust – Establishes credibility and brand recognition in the market.
Competitive Advantage – Differentiates your products from competitors.

Popular Trademarked Brands Under Class 33

Several well-known brands have secured their trademark under Class 33 to protect their identity and market presence:

Old Monk – Indian Rum
Royal Stag – Whisky
Imperial Blue – Whisky
Bagpiper Whisky – Whisky
Officer’s Choice – Whisky
Black Dog – Whisky
Absolut – Vodka
Jack Daniels – Whisky
Hayward’s – Gin
Bombay Sapphire – Gin
Sula – Indian Wine Brand

Goods Classified Under Trademark Class 33

Here is a list of all trademark goods that fall under Class 33 protection:

Class	Term
Class 33	Absinthe
Class 33	Acanthopanax wine (Ogapiju)
Class 33	Aguardiente [sugarcane spirits]
Class 33	Akvavit
Class 33	Alcohol (Rice -)
Class 33	Alcoholic aperitif bitters
Class 33	Alcoholic aperitifs
Class 33	Alcoholic beverages containing fruit
Class 33	Alcoholic beverages except beers
Class 33	Alcoholic beverages (except beers)
Class 33	Alcoholic beverages [except beers]
Class 33	Alcoholic beverages (except beer)
Class 33	Alcoholic beverages, except beer
Class 33	Alcoholic beverages of fruit
Class 33	Alcoholic bitters
Class 33	Alcoholic carbonated beverages, except beer
Class 33	Alcoholic cocktail mixes
Class 33	Alcoholic cocktails
Class 33	Alcoholic cocktails containing milk
Class 33	Alcoholic cocktails in the form of chilled gelatins
Class 33	Alcoholic coffee-based beverage
Class 33	Alcoholic cordials
Class 33	Alcoholic egg nog
Class 33	Alcoholic energy drinks
Class 33	Alcoholic essences
Class 33	Alcoholic essences and extracts
Class 33	Alcoholic extracts
Class 33	Alcoholic fruit beverages
Class 33	Alcoholic fruit cocktail drinks
Class 33	Alcoholic fruit extracts
Class 33	Alcoholic jellies
Class 33	Alcoholic preparations for making beverages
Class 33	Alcoholic punches
Class 33	Alcoholic seltzers
Class 33	Alcoholic tea-based beverage
Class 33	Alcoholic wines
Class 33	Alcopops
Class 33	Anise [liqueur]
Class 33	Anisette
Class 33	Anisette [liqueur]
Class 33	Aperitif wines
Class 33	Aperitifs
Class 33	Aperitifs with a distilled alcoholic liquor base
Class 33	Aquavit
Class 33	Arak
Class 33	Arak [arrack]
Class 33	Arrack
Class 33	Arrack [arak]
Class 33	Baijiu [Chinese distilled alcoholic beverage]
Class 33	Beverages (Alcoholic -), except beer
Class 33	Beverages containing wine [spritzers]
Class 33	Beverages (Distilled -)
Class 33	Bitters
Class 33	Black raspberry wine (Bokbunjaju)
Class 33	Blackberry wine
Class 33	Blackcurrant liqueur
Class 33	Blended whisky
Class 33	Brandy
Class 33	Cachaca
Class 33	Cherry brandy
Class 33	Chinese brewed liquor (laojiou)
Class 33	Chinese mixed liquor (wujiapie-jiou)
Class 33	Chinese spirit of sorghum (gaolian-jiou)
Class 33	Chinese white liquor (baiganr)
Class 33	Chinese white liquor [baiganr]
Class 33	Cider
Class 33	Ciders
Class 33	Cocktails
Class 33	Coffee-based liqueurs
Class 33	Cooking brandy
Class 33	Cooking wine
Class 33	Cordials [alcoholic beverages]
Class 33	Cream liqueurs
Class 33	Curacao
Class 33	Dessert wines
Class 33	Digestifs [liqueurs and spirits]
Class 33	Distilled beverages
Class 33	Distilled rice spirits [awamori]
Class 33	Distilled spirits
Class 33	Distilled spirits of rice (awamori)
Class 33	Dry cider
Class 33	Extracts of spiritous liquors
Class 33	Fermented spirit
Class 33	Flavored brewed alcoholic malt beverages, except beers
Class 33	Flavored tonic liquors
Class 33	Flavoured brewed alcoholic malt beverages, except beers
Class 33	Fortified wines
Class 33	Fruit (Alcoholic beverages containing -)
Class 33	Fruit extracts, alcoholic
Class 33	Fruit wine
Class 33	Gaolian-jiou [sorghum-based Chinese spirits]
Class 33	Gin
Class 33	Ginseng liquor
Class 33	Grain-based distilled alcoholic beverages
Class 33	Grape wine
Class 33	Herb liqueurs
Class 33	Hulless barley liquor
Class 33	Hydromel [mead]
Class 33	Japanese liquor containing mamushi-snake extracts
Class 33	Japanese liquor containing herb extracts
Class 33	Japanese liquor flavored with Japanese plum extracts
Class 33	Japanese liquor flavored with pine needle extracts
Class 33	Japanese regenerated liquors (naoshi)
Class 33	Japanese sweet grape wine containing extracts of ginseng and cinchona bark
Class 33	Japanese sweet rice-based mixed liquor (shiro-zake)
Class 33	Japanese sweet rice-based mixed liquor [shiro-zake]
Class 33	Japanese white liquor [shochu]
Class 33	Japanese white liquor (shochu)
Class 33	Kirsch
Class 33	Korean distilled spirits (soju)
Class 33	Korean traditional rice wine (makgeoli)
Class 33	Liqueurs
Class 33	Liqueurs containing cream
Class 33	Liquor-based aperitifs
Class 33	Low alcoholic drinks
Class 33	Low-alcoholic wine
Class 33	Makkoli
Class 33	Malt whisky
Class 33	Mead [hydromel]
Class 33	Mulled wine
Class 33	Mulled wines
Class 33	Natural sparkling wines
Class 33	Naturally sparkling wines
Class 33	Nira [sugarcane-based alcoholic beverage]
Class 33	Peppermint liqueurs
Class 33	Perry
Class 33	Piquette
Class 33	Plum wine
Class 33	Potable spirits
Class 33	Pre-mixed alcoholic beverages
Class 33	Pre-mixed alcoholic beverages, other than beer-based
Class 33	Preparations for making alcoholic beverages
Class 33	Prepared alcoholic cocktails
Class 33	Prepared wine cocktails
Class 33	Red ginseng liquor
Class 33	Red wine
Class 33	Red wines
Class 33	Rice alcohol
Class 33	Rose wines
Class 33	Rum
Class 33	Rum [alcoholic beverage]
Class 33	Rum-based beverages
Class 33	Rum punch
Class 33	Sake
Class 33	Sake substitutes
Class 33	Sangria
Class 33	Schnapps
Class 33	Shochu (spirits)
Class 33	Soju
Class 33	Sorghum-based Chinese spirits
Class 33	Sparkling fruit wine
Class 33	Sparkling grape wine
Class 33	Sparkling red wines
Class 33	Sparkling white wines
Class 33	Sparkling wine
Class 33	Sparkling wines
Class 33	Spirits
Class 33	Spirits [beverages]
Class 33	Still wine
Class 33	Strawberry wine
Class 33	Sugar cane juice rum
Class 33	Sugarcane-based alcoholic beverages
Class 33	Sweet cider
Class 33	Sweet wine
Class 33	Sweet wines
Class 33	Table wines
Class 33	Tonic liquor containing herb extracts (homeishu)
Class 33	Tonic liquor containing mamushi-snake extracts (mamushi-zake)
Class 33	Tonic liquor flavored with japanese plum extracts (umeshu)
Class 33	Tonic liquor flavored with pine needle extracts (matsuba-zake)
Class 33	Vermouth
Class 33	Vodka
Class 33	Waxberry wine
Class 33	Whiskey
Class 33	Whiskey [whisky]
Class 33	Whisky
Class 33	White wine
Class 33	White wines
Class 33	Wine
Class 33	Wine-based aperitifs
Class 33	Wine-based beverages
Class 33	Wine-based drinks
Class 33	Wine coolers [drinks]
Class 33	Wine punch
Class 33	Wines
Class 33	Yellow rice wine

Conclusion

Registering a trademark under Class 33 is essential for businesses involved in alcoholic beverages. It safeguards your brand and prevents misuse or duplication. With LegalBabu.com, you can easily register your trademark and ensure your brand’s long-term success. Get in touch today to begin your trademark journey!

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What is Trademark Class 33?

Trademark Class 33 covers all types of alcoholic beverages except beer, including whiskey, vodka, rum, wine, and gin.
Does Class 33 cover beer?

No, beer falls under Trademark Class 32.
Can I register a brand name for a whiskey brand under Class 33?

Yes, whiskey is covered under Trademark Class 33.
What is the benefit of registering a trademark under Class 33?

It provides legal protection, prevents infringement, and ensures exclusive brand rights.
Can I trademark a cocktail name under Class 33?

No, cocktails as mixed beverages may not qualify for a trademark under Class 33.
Is cider included in Class 33?

Yes, cider is considered an alcoholic beverage and falls under Class 33.
What is excluded from Class 33?

Medicinal drinks (Class 5), beer (Class 32), and de-alcoholized drinks (Class 32) are excluded.
Do I need a trademark for an imported liquor brand?

Yes, trademark registration helps prevent counterfeit and unauthorized sales.
Can I register a distillery business under Class 33?

No, businesses and services related to alcohol manufacturing are classified under different categories, such as Class 35.
Does Class 33 cover alcohol distribution companies?

No, distribution and sales services are covered under Class 35 (business services).
How long does trademark registration take in India?

Trademark registration generally takes 12-18 months, depending on objections and approvals.

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Trademark Class 33 - Alcoholic Beverages (Except Beer)

What is Trademark Class 33?

Coordinated Classes for Trademark Class 33

What is Not Included in Trademark Class 33?

Why is Trademark Registration Important for Alcoholic Beverages?

Popular Trademarked Brands Under Class 33

Goods Classified Under Trademark Class 33

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