Maker's Mark wax seal deserves trademark: court

(Reuters) - The producer of Maker's Mark bourbon can enforce its trademark on the signature red dripping wax seal on its bottles and rivals may not use a similar seal, a appeals court ruled. Noting bourbon's "unique place in American culture and commerce," the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said Beam Inc, which produces Maker's Mark, can stop rival liquor companies from using similar ...

Maker's Mark wax seal deserves trademark, court rules

The producer of Maker's Mark bourbon can enforce its trademark on the signature red dripping wax seal on its bottles and rivals may not use a similar seal, an appeals court ruled.

UPDATE 1-Maker's Mark wax seal deserves trademark - court

* Bourbon's red dripping wax seal is "strong trademark" * Cuervo, Diageo sold tequila in US with similar seal * Maker's Mark owned by Beam * Diageo says disappointed in decision (Adds Diageo ...

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