The Caroline County Board of License Commissioners convened on February 26, 2025, to address a significant violation involving Caroline's in Denton. The meeting focused on a recent inspection that revealed improper practices related to the handling of alcoholic beverage containers.

During the inspection, conducted by an alcoholic beverage inspector, a Facebook post from Caroline's displayed two bottles of Termana tequila that appeared to contain additional substances, specifically pumpkin puree. The inspector confirmed with Termana that they did not produce any products resembling those shown in the post. Upon visiting the establishment, the inspector spoke with Robin Zellers, who admitted to mixing other items with the tequila.

This practice violates Caroline County's regulations, specifically rule 2.14, which prohibits the reuse or refilling of alcoholic beverage containers. The rule mandates that once a container is emptied, it must be properly disposed of and cannot be reused for mixing or decorative purposes. Zellers was advised to destroy any reused bottles and document their destruction, including details such as brand, flavor, and bottle size.

The board noted that no additional violations were found during the inspection, and photographic evidence was submitted for review. The meeting underscored the importance of adhering to local regulations to ensure the responsible sale and handling of alcoholic beverages in Caroline County.