Who determines if the alcohol content of a beer appears on label?

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) in the United States is the governing body that determines if the alcohol content of a beer appears on the label.

Here's how it works:

* Federal Law: The Federal Alcohol Administration Act (FAA Act) requires that all alcoholic beverages sold in the U.S. have a label.

* TTB Regulations: The TTB sets specific regulations regarding what information must be included on the label, including the alcohol content.

* Label Approval: Brewers are required to submit their proposed label to the TTB for approval before they can sell their beer.

* Compliance: The TTB has the authority to enforce these regulations and can take action against brewers who violate them.

So, while brewers may choose the specific wording or format for the alcohol content on the label, it's the TTB that ultimately decides if it needs to be there.