Utah
Liquor Laws Distilled: A recent loosening of Utah’s liquor laws has made
getting a drink in Utah easier. Club
memberships are no longer required to enter a Utah bar, but that doesn’t mean
all of Utah’s quirky laws have vanished.
Here are some common faux pas when looking for an alcoholic beverage in
Utah.
Expecting to find Wine or Liquor in a Grocery Store: Wine, liquor, and heavy beer (greater than 3.2%) can
only be purchased At Utah State liquor stores.
Sidecars
and Mixed Drinks: Utah
law requires the use of metered dispensing systems for serving liquor--not to
exceed more than 1.5 ounces--and does not allow sidecars. Secondary alcoholic flavorings can be added
to a drink as long as you don’t exceed a total of 2.5 ounces of liquor.
Asking for a Glass of Wine at a Restaurant without Food: In most restaurants, liquor, wine, and beer can be
served to guests only if they are dining.