No More Coffee & Snack Write-Offs? Business Meal Deduction Sunsets in 2026

In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we explain the IRS tax change eliminating part of the business meal deduction in 2026. Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, businesses could deduct snacks, coffee, catered lunches, and other meals for employees. But starting January 1, 2026, those workplace perks will no longer be deductible — except for certain fishing and maritime industries.

We cover:
✅ What’s changing with the IRS business meal deduction in 2026
✅ Which expenses remain deductible (client meals, travel, holiday parties)
✅ How this change impacts employers, employee morale, and workplace culture
✅ What small businesses and entrepreneurs should do now to prepare

⏱️ Chapters
01:10 – What’s being eliminated in 2026
03:00 – Why workplace meals mattered for culture & morale
05:20 – Examples: hospitals, hotels, tech companies, manufacturers
07:10 – What deductions remain (client meals, travel, parties)
09:40 – Who still qualifies (fishing & maritime industries)
12:00 – Recordkeeping + tax strategy adjustments
14:30 – Employer impact: morale vs. higher tax liability
17:30 – Planning ahead for 2026 changes

👉 Stay ahead of the 2026 IRS tax law changes and protect your business strategy. Perfect for small business owners, accountants, entrepreneurs, and employers looking to understand what deductions are disappearing and how to adapt.