Is Virginia a liquor control state?
Is Virginia a liquor control state? Virginia – All distilled spirits are sold at state-run Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control locations, commonly known as Virginia ABC stores. West Virginia – Does not operate retail outlets, but maintains a monopoly over wholesaling of distilled spirits only. Wyoming – Does not operate retail outlets. Why can you only buy liquor at ABC in Virginia? Under state law, restaurants must purchase their liquor from ABC stores for resale to customers. Food and all other items used in restaurants/bars can be purchased directly from wholesalers, but in Virginia hard liquor must be bought at the...