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Vermont Beer & Wine in Grocery Stores (2026)

Permitted: In Vermont, groceries and convenience stores sell beer, cider, wine and even ready-to-drink spirit beverages under a Second Class license, but full-size spirits require a separate 802Spirits agency store.

PermittedVerified Jul 28, 2026

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In Vermont, groceries and convenience stores sell beer, cider, wine and even ready-to-drink spirit beverages under a Second Class license, but full-size spirits require a separate 802Spirits agency store.

Official source: liquorcontrol.vermont.gov →

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