TIMES RECORD • September 15, 2020
The Maine “Bottle Bill” program began in 1978. The program now includes:
1. a 15¢ refundable deposit on spirits and wine beverage containers, and
2. a 5¢ refundable deposit on beer, hard cider, wine coolers, soda, or noncarbonated water beverage containers, and alcoholic or noncarbonated drinks sold in the State.
Beverages that are NOT covered under the Bottle Bill:
1. Milk, dairy-derived products
2. Maine-produced apple cider and blueberry juice
3. Seafood, meat or vegetable broths or soups
4. Instant drink powders
5. Products designed to be consumed in a frozen state
6. Liquid syrups, concentrates or extracts