Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 12, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-A) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Brown-Forman Corporation has involvement in prohibited business activities with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-A) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 12, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/BF-A
Business activity
Involved in prohibited business activities.
Company debt
Within the limitHow much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding BF-A
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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BF-A: Is Brown-Forman Corporation Halal?
Brown-Forman Corporation
$29.46
Market Cap: 13.3B
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About Brown-Forman Corporation
Brown-Forman Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, is a global enterprise specializing in the production and distribution of a diverse range of alcoholic beverages. Its comprehensive operations cover manufacturing, distilling, bottling, and the global marketing and sale of these offerings. Its extensive product portfolio features a diverse selection of spirits, including various whiskies (encompassing flavored whiskey liqueurs and bourbons), vodkas, tequilas, brandy, and other liqueurs. The company also offers a variety of wines, champagnes, and convenient ready-to-drink (RTD) and ready-to-pour (RTP) options, such as pre-mixed cocktails. These diverse libations are primarily sold under prominent brand names, including Jack Daniel's, Reserve, Old Forester, Coopers' Craft, Herradura, el Jimador, New Mix, Korbel Champagnes, Sonoma-Cutrer, Finlandia, GlenDronach, Benriach, Glenglassaugh, Chambord, Slane, and Fords Gin. Beyond its main beverage business, Brown-Forman also deals in the sale of surplus assets like used barrels, bulk whiskey, and wine, while additionally providing contract bottling services. The distribution network ensures products reach retail consumers and individual patrons through either distributors or state government channels. Furthermore, the corporation directly supplies retailers, wholesalers, and provincial government organizations. Maintaining a substantial global presence, Brown-Forman conducts operations across the United States, Germany, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and numerous other international regions. Founded in 1870, the firm's corporate headquarters are located in Louisville, Kentucky.
Sector: Consumer Defensive · Industry: Beverages - Wineries & Distilleries
Why this does not pass
- Business activity: the company earns from an activity AAOIFI treats as prohibited.
Screened under AAOIFI Standard 21. The exact figure behind this is part of Pro; the failing check and its limit are always free.
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Business Activity Screen
FailedChecks if the business is involved in prohibited activities (alcohol, gambling, pork, conventional banking, etc.)
- Prohibited industry: Beverages - Wineries & Distilleries
- Prohibited activity detected: spirits
- Prohibited activity detected: distillery
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
Compliance History
Not Halal, unchanged since May 2026.
No status changes recorded since we began tracking.
Tracked since May 2026. Updates automatically on each re-screen.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard No. 21 · For informational purposes only. Consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before investing.
Disclaimer: This screening is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or religious advice. Compliance is evaluated using AAOIFI financial standards (debt, deposits, and prohibited income ratios) and publicly available data. Ethical, political, social, or environmental considerations are outside the scope of this screening. Individual scholars and methodologies may differ. Always consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before making investment decisions.