A buddy and I were discussing this, and figured out neither one of us really know the answer. Are there unwritten rules about this does it vary from state to state (needless to say, I'm most curious about Minnesota), do you just ask the guy at the counter..

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Well it is typically up to the store owner so asking may be the best option. There are some shops here in CO that don't allow it and some owners that could care less. Then there are some the allow it, but only in the members areas...
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Are you talking beer or beverages? Beverages, I'd say it's up to the store owner. Beer, it's going to vary state to state, as often times permits are required for alcoholic beverages.
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In my store, customers are allowed to BYOB. We are not allowed to sell or distribute booze.
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It's generally allow at my B&M, and for sure allowed if it's something he likes to drink :-)
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The owners at my B&M allow it. I have two bottles in my locker. :-)
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It's allowed around here... just make sure you buy it next door at the B&M owner's liquor store. :-)
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:-) nice!
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My B & M permits beer / wine / booze consumption with no issues at all.
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That sounds fair
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Yeah, how convenient is that? :-)
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:-)
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I brought a flask once to a lounge, and I got the stink eye. Maybe it was the store owner, but I can't think of anything in California that would prohibit this. The store itself wasn't selling me any anyways.
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As I understand the laws, a business can allow drinking and even serve alcohol (free) on their premises. No license is needed, unless you are charging.

It is a good idea to take a look at your insurance policy and make sure you are covered for some of the worst case scenarios, before tapping the kegs.
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We use to be able to here. Then after an event someone reported it, a bunch of shops were hit and now they are gun shy. I still bring in a coffee mug with something when I visit.
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Where was that? We need to stop going there! LOL
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My B&M, ViBratto's, allows "cigar customers" to bring in a bottle of wine, spirits or beer. The owner's rule is "If you want to bring something to drink in here, you better be buying a stick (or more)".

There is a wine shop next door and a lot of strangers buy a bottle and come walking in, asking if they can sit and drink the wine because the wine shop has a no smoking policy. That's where the owner's rule comes into play.

Regulars are always allowed (and encouraged!) to bring in a good single malt scotch or single barrel bourbon to share with their friends. :-)

This is where I have been learning all the fine points of single malts! :-)






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We allow it at the shop I work at, just don't get stupid drunk. :-)
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I think around these parts they have to have a "consumption permit"
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Thats the only reason I drink!:-)
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