Charlotte Bourbon Society, LLC
Terms & Conditions and Participation Agreement
Last Updated: March 2026
1. Acceptance of the Terms
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) are entered into by and between you (“you” or “user”) and Charlotte Bourbon Society, LLC (“CBS,” “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
For purposes of these Terms, the “Company” includes:
- Charlotte Bourbon Society (CBS)
- North Carolina Agave Sociedad (NCAS)
- Charlotte Agave Sociedad (CAS)
- Any affiliated brands, chapters, programs, events, or future expansions operated by the Company
These Terms govern your access to and use of:
- www.cltbourbonsociety.com
- any other website, platform, or digital property operated by the Company
- membership participation
- attendance at any Company-hosted or Company-sponsored events
By accessing the Website, registering for membership, attending an event, purchasing tickets, or clicking “I Agree,” you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy & Communications Policy.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Website, participate in membership, or attend any Company events.
2. Eligibility
The Website, membership, and event participation are intended solely for individuals who:
- Are 21 years of age or older
- Reside in the United States
- Meet all legal requirements to form a binding contract
By participating, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.
3. Changes to These Terms
The Company may revise these Terms at any time in its sole discretion. Updates will be effective upon posting. Continued use of the Website, membership, or attendance at events constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
4. Membership & Participation
The Company operates membership-based communities and experiences.
Membership eligibility may be limited by geography, availability, or discretion of the Company.
The Company reserves the right to:
- Approve or deny membership applications
- Suspend or terminate membership or participation
- Remove individuals from affiliated communities, platforms, or events
5. Membership Billing & Renewal (Annual)
Memberships are billed on an annual basis. By purchasing a membership, you authorize the Company and its third-party payment processor to charge the applicable annual fee to your selected payment method.
Memberships automatically renew annually unless canceled prior to the renewal date. Members may cancel at any time through their account or by contacting info@cltbourbonsociety.com. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period.
All membership fees are non-refundable. No prorated refunds will be issued for partial periods, including early cancellation or termination.
The Company reserves the right to modify membership fees upon advance notice. Continued participation constitutes acceptance of updated fees.
6. Events, Tastings & Brand Activations
The Company organizes and promotes events, tastings, educational experiences, and brand activations.
The Company does not manufacture, distribute, sell, or serve alcohol.
Alcohol at events is provided exclusively by licensed third-party venues, distilleries, distributors, or authorized providers.
Participating brands and partners are independent entities. The Company makes no representations or warranties regarding any products, services, or experiences provided by third parties.
7. Alcohol Responsibility & Conduct
By attending or participating in any Company event, you agree to:
- Consume alcohol responsibly
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
- Arrange safe and responsible transportation
- Refrain from operating a vehicle while impaired
You assume full responsibility for your conduct and decisions.
8. Assumption of Risk & Release of Liability
Participation in Company activities is voluntary and at your own risk.
You acknowledge and assume all risks associated with participation, including but not limited to:
- Alcohol consumption
- Travel to and from events
- Venue conditions
- Interactions with other participants
To the fullest extent permitted by law, you release, waive, and discharge:
Charlotte Bourbon Society, North Carolina Agave Sociedad, Charlotte Agave Sociedad, and all affiliated entities, officers, directors, members, managers, employees, agents, volunteers, sponsors, partners, and venues from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, or causes of action, including those arising from negligence.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your conduct at events
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your misuse of the Company platforms or services
10. Third-Party Venues & Providers
Events may be hosted at third-party venues.
The Company is not responsible for:
- Venue operations or conditions
- Staff or service providers
- Alcohol service or compliance
- Safety or security at third-party locations
11. Communications & Email Consent
By becoming a member or engaging with the Company, you consent to receive transactional communications related to:
- Membership administration
- Billing and payments
- Event registrations
- Policy updates
Marketing communications are sent only to individuals who opt in. You may unsubscribe at any time.
12. Third-Party Service Providers
The Company uses third-party providers to operate its business, including but not limited to:
- JoinIt (membership management)
- Constant Contact (email communications)
- Stripe (payment processing)
- WordPress and hosting providers
These providers process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
13. Intellectual Property
All content, trademarks, branding, and materials associated with CBS, NCAS, CAS, and affiliated brands are owned by or licensed to the Company and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used without prior written consent.
14. Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Sell or distribute alcohol without proper licensing
- Post unauthorized promotions or solicitations
- Impersonate the Company or its representatives
- Engage in harassment, hate speech, or illegal activity
- Interfere with the Website or platform security
Violations may result in immediate removal without refund.
15. User Content
Any content submitted to Company platforms may be used for operational or promotional purposes.
You represent that you have the rights to any content submitted and that it does not infringe on the rights of others.
16. Media Release
By attending events, you grant the Company permission to capture and use your likeness, image, voice, and participation in photos, videos, and recordings for marketing, promotional, and business purposes without compensation.
17. Disclaimers
All services, content, and experiences are provided “as is” and “as available.”
The Company makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding accuracy, availability, or fitness for a particular purpose.
18. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from participation in membership, events, or use of the Website.
19. Governing Law & Venue
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina.
Any legal action shall be brought exclusively in courts located in or serving Charlotte, North Carolina.
20. Arbitration
At the Company’s discretion, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration conducted in North Carolina under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
21. Severability & Entire Agreement
If any provision is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.
These Terms, together with the Privacy & Communications Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Company.
22. Contact Information
Charlotte Bourbon Society, LLC
📧 info@cltbourbonsociety.com
Charlotte Bourbon Society, LLC
Privacy & Communications Policy
Last Updated: March 2026
This Privacy & Communications Policy applies to Charlotte Bourbon Society (CBS), North Carolina Agave Sociedad (NCAS), Charlotte Agave Sociedad (CAS), and any affiliated brands or future chapters operated by the Company.
1. Overview
Charlotte Bourbon Society, LLC (“CBS,” “we,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and share information and how we communicate with members and subscribers.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you become a member, subscribe to our newsletter, register for events, or interact with us. This may include your name, email address, city, county, birth month and day, and payment-related metadata.
3. Why We Collect Information
We collect personal information to manage membership, process payments, plan and administer events, send newsletters and announcements to opted-in subscribers, and enhance the membership experience. Birth month and day are collected solely for member engagement purposes, such as birthday acknowledgments, and are not used for age verification, identity verification, or profiling.
4. Email Communications
Transactional emails related to memberships and events may be sent as necessary to provide services. Marketing and newsletter emails are sent only to individuals who opt in. You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included in each message.
5. Service Providers
We use trusted third-party service providers, including JoinIt for membership management and Constant Contact for email communications. These providers process information solely on our behalf.
6. Data Retention and Rights
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes and legal compliance. Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your information.
7. Contact Us
Email: info@cltbourbonsociety.com
