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New York Where to Buy Alcohol (2026)

Conditional: License (not control) state. Spirits and wine sold only at licensed package/liquor stores.

ConditionalVerified Jul 23, 2026

License (not control) state. Spirits and wine sold only at licensed package/liquor stores. Grocery, drug, and convenience stores may sell beer/cider and "wine products" (under 6% ABV) but NOT table wine or spirits. Regulated by the State Liquor Authority.

Official source: nysenate.gov →

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