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Florida has a wide variety of craft breweries, beer distributors, and retail stores where you can buy beer. Beer, wine, and liqueurs can be purchased in retail stores, grocery stores, and convenience stores. Spirits or liquors are sold in retail package stores.
Some well-known breweries in Florida include:
- Oyster City Brewing Company
- Four Stacks Brewing
- Ragtime Tavern Seafood & Grill
- Brewzzi
- Momentum Brewhouse
- Due South Brewing Co.
- Copperpoint Brewing
- Florida Beer Company
- Big Storm Brewing Company
- McGuire's Irish Pub
- Tripping Animals Brewery
- 7venth Sun Brewery
- Hollywood Brewing Co. Brewpub
- Wynwood Brewing Company
- Angry Chair Brewing
- Cigar City Brewing
- Tampa Bay Brewing Company
- Southern Brewing & Winemaking
- Funky Buddha Brewery
- Calusa Brewing
- JDub's Brewing Company
- Sarasota Brewing Company
- Big Top Brewing Company
- Brew Bus Brewing
- D.G. Yuengling & Sons
- Hourglass Brewing
- Civil Society Brewing Company
- Kelly's Caribbean Bar and Grill
- The Waterfront Brewery
- Brew Hub Lakeland
- Swan Brewing
- In The Loop Brewing
- Craft Life Brewing
- Arkane Aleworks
- Great Chicago Fire Brewery & Tap Room
- Crooked Rooster Brewery
- Mad Beach Brewing
- Marco Island Brewery
- Brewzzi
- Barrel of Monks Brewing
- Prosperity Brewers
- Saltwater Brewery
- Point Ybel Brewing Company
- Bury Me Brewing Company
- Sailfish Brewing Company
- Props Brewery and Grill
- Swamp Head Brewery
- First Magnitude Brewing Company
- Blackadder Brewing Company
- Unbranded Brewing Co.
- M.I.A. Brewing Co.
- J. Wakefield Brewing
- Biscayne Bay Brewing Company
- Concrete Beach Brewery
- The Tank Brewing Company
- Lincoln's Beard Brewing Company
- Naples Beach Brewery
- Riptide Brewing Company
- Bone Hook Brewing Co.
- Twisted Trunk Brewing
- Lagerhaus Brewery & Grill
- Stilt House Brewery
- Two Lions Winery and Palm Harbor Brewery
- de Bine Brewing Co.
- Nivol Brewery & Tap House
- Pensacola Bay Brewery
- McGuire's Irish Pub
- Goat Lips Chew & Brewhouse
- Gulf Coast Brewery
- Two Henrys Brewing Company
- Bangin' Banjo Brewing Company
- 26 Degree Brewing Company
- Holy Mackerel Small Batch Beers
- Tomoka Brewing Co.
- Rebel Dog Brewing
- Fat Point Brewing
- Orchid Island Brewery
- Walking Tree Brewery
- Marker 48 Brewing
- Playalinda Brewing Company
- Sea Dog Brewing Co.
- Escape Brewing Company
- 3 Bridges Brewing
- Tequesta Brewing Co.
- Brownwood Bavarian Brewery
- Playalinda Brewing Company-Brix Project
- Sea Dog Brewing Co.
- Tampa Bay Brewing Company
- Coppertail Brewing Co.
- Cigar City Airport Brewpub
- Brew Bus Brewing
- Angry Chair Brewing
- Ulele
- Six Ten Brewing
- Tampa Beer Works
- Carrollwood Brewing Co.
- Hidden Springs Ale Works
- 81 Bay Brewing Co
- Rock Brothers Brewing Company
- 7venth Sun Brewing
- The Wild Rover Brewery
- Dunderbrau Brewery
- Brasserie Saint Somewhere
- Silverking Brewing Company
- Grove Roots Brewing Company
- Cask & Larder
- Deadly Sins Brewing
- The Bear & Peacock
- Red Cypress Brewery
- Zephyrhills Brewing Co
- Ancient City Brewing
- WopsHops Brewing Co.
- Sanford Brewing Company
- Ology Brewing Company
- Deep Brewing Co.
- GrassLands Brewing Company
- Lake Tribe Brewing Company
- Proof Brewing Company
- Fermentation Lounge
- Invasive Species
- BarrieHaus Beer Co
- Idyllic Hound’s Gnarmadillo IPA
- Corporate Ladder in Parrish
- Hidden Springs Ale Works
- Woven Waters Brewing
- Coppertail Brewing
- Angry Chair
- Calusa
- Cycle
- Ellipsis
- 3 Daughters Brewing
- Green Bench Brewing Co.
- Motorworks Brewing
- 3rd Planet Brewing
- Odd Breed Wild Ales
- Holy Mackerel Small Batch Beers
- J. Wakefield Brewing
- Invasive Species
- Civil Society
- Sideward
- Deadwords
- Angry Chair Brewing
- 7venth Sun Brewing
- Cueni Brewing Co.
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| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Legal drinking age | 21 |
| On-premise consumption timings | Monday to Sunday, 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. |
| Off-premise consumption timings | Monday to Sunday, 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. |
| Dry counties | Lafayette and Liberty |
| Types of alcohol sold in bars and restaurants | Beer, wine, and spirits |
| Types of alcohol sold in gas stations | Beer and wine |
| Types of alcohol sold in grocery stores | Beer and wine |
| Types of alcohol sold in package and liquor stores | Beer, wine, and spirits |
| Types of alcohol sold in breweries and taprooms | Alcohol they make |
What You'll Learn
Where to buy beer in Florida
Florida is not a dry state, but it does have a couple of dry counties. However, both the dry and wet counties place varying levels of restrictions on alcohol consumption.
In Florida, you can buy beer, wine, and liqueurs in convenience, supermarkets, and retail stores. Spirits or liquors are sold in retail package stores.
Florida bars and restaurants may sell alcohol between 1 a.m. and 7 a.m. They may sell beer, wine, and spirits for on-premise consumption. Beer may be on draft or bottled, however, the bottle may not be bigger than 32 oz.
In Florida, grocery stores can sell beer and wine. They can't sell spirits or individual containers greater than 32 oz. All alcohol sold must be for off-premise consumption. They may sell alcohol between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m., Monday through Sunday.
Package and liquor stores in Florida may sell beer, wine, and spirits. They may do so from 7 a.m. to midnight or later in some counties. Package and liquor stores may not sell alcohol for on-premise consumption, but they may offer tastings.
In Florida, breweries and taprooms may sell alcohol between 7 a.m. and midnight, Monday through Sunday. They may sell the alcohol they make, offer tastings, and fill growlers. Alcohol may be sold for on or off-premise consumption depending on the license.
Gas stations in Florida may sell beer and wine, but not hard liquor. They may do so from 7 a.m. to midnight. Alcohol sold is only for off-premise consumption. Gas stations cannot sell bottles or cans that contain more than 32 ounces.
The minimum drinking age in Florida is 21. Those who are underage but older than 18 may handle alcohol if they work at a licensed alcohol retailer. Any other underage person may not possess or consume alcohol.
Florida is one of the largest beverage alcohol markets in the United States. In 2021, there were 175 million cases of beer sold, followed by 28.5 million cases of wine, and 20.1 million cases of spirits.
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When can you buy beer in Florida?
Florida's laws regarding the sale of alcohol can be confusing, especially when it comes to Sunday sales. The state sets the hours during which alcohol may be sold, but counties and municipalities are allowed to set their own hours, so the times you can buy beer will vary from county to county.
In general, in Florida, you can buy beer for off- and on-premise consumption Monday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. Some counties allow the sale of alcohol from 7 a.m. to 3 a.m. and some retailers are licensed to sell alcohol 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Florida does not have any stipulations on Sunday alcohol sales, but many counties do limit sale hours on Sunday. In the two dry counties, Lafayette and Liberty, you cannot buy alcohol on Sunday. In some other counties, alcohol sales are restricted from 12 p.m. through 12 a.m.
If you are unsure what the times are for your county, it is generally safe to rely on the state's timeframe of 7 a.m. to midnight.
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Drinking laws in Florida
Florida's drinking laws are extensive and detailed. Here is a summary of the key points:
Purchasing Alcohol
In Florida, you can buy beer, wine, and liqueurs at convenience stores, supermarkets, and retail stores. Spirits or liquors are sold in separate, liquor-specific stores, often located close to the main grocery store. Some retailers, like Walmart, Target, and CVS, sell beer and wine but not spirits. Gas stations also predominantly sell beer, though wine is available at some.
Age Restrictions
To purchase and consume alcohol, a person must be 21 or older. Even a first violation is a felony, carrying a penalty of a $500 fine and 60 days in jail. A second violation carries a $1,000 fine and up to a year in prison. Attempting to buy alcohol with a forged ID carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $5,000 fine. It is also illegal to lend or use someone else's ID, with similar penalties to the above.
Hours of Sale
Florida establishments typically don't sell, serve, or allow the consumption of alcoholic beverages between 12 a.m. and 7 a.m. However, there are exceptions, with some counties and municipalities allowing sales until 2 a.m. or 3 a.m. Miami-Dade County permits 24-hour sales.
Drinking in Public
Drinking on public property is prohibited in Florida. This includes streets, sidewalks, parking lots, and beaches. Drinking on private property is also prohibited unless the owner has given permission.
Transporting Alcohol
Florida has specific laws regarding the transportation of alcohol. Open containers of alcohol are not allowed in vehicles, even if the passenger is not driving. An open container is defined as a container of alcoholic beverage with a broken seal or one that is "immediately capable of being consumed from". Already-opened bottles of wine being transported from a restaurant must be re-sealed by an employee, secured in a bag or container with a dated receipt, and placed in a locked glove compartment, trunk, or the area behind the last upright seat if there is no trunk.
Other Restrictions
Florida has a number of other alcohol-related restrictions, including:
- A ban on alcohol sales ahead of an expected hurricane, at the discretion of the governor and local governments.
- A limit on the size of wine containers sold, with a maximum of 1 gallon for individual containers, unless sold to qualified distributors or manufacturers.
- A ban on drinking while water skiing.
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Drinking age in Florida
Florida has a strict approach to underage drinking. The legal drinking age in the state is 21 years old. This means that any individual under 21 years old cannot purchase, possess, or consume alcoholic beverages and are strictly prohibited from alcohol possession.
Exceptions to the rule
There are some exceptions to the rule regarding underage consumption of alcohol in Florida. For example, certain religious ceremonies may involve individuals under 21 consuming wine for ritualistic purposes.
Students aged 18 and above can also taste alcohol if it is a part of their curriculum and the institution is accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. However, this is only for tasting purposes and does not permit consumption.
Consequences of underage drinking in Florida
If caught violating the law regarding underage alcohol possession in Florida, one will face serious consequences. These may include:
- Misdemeanor charges, penalized by a fine of up to $5000 and/or up to 60 days in jail.
- Suspension or revocation of the driver's license.
- Probationary periods.
- Criminal record, which can affect future employment and educational prospects.
Understanding the Zero Tolerance Law
The "Zero Tolerance" Law in Florida requires that any driver under 21 found to be operating with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of .02% or higher will face license suspension for up to 6 months.
No. In Florida, it is illegal for anyone to provide an underage individual access to an alcoholic beverage, even if they are the parent. A parent may face hefty fines or potential jail time if caught violating this law and can be held responsible if the minor causes injury while under the influence.
Punishments for Fake IDs
Using a fraudulent ID to access alcohol is considered a third-degree felony in Florida. Penalties include fines of up to $5,000 and/or prison terms of up to five years.
Where to buy beer in Florida
There are numerous breweries and brewpubs in Florida that brew beer on their premises. Some popular options include:
- Cigar City Brewing in Tampa
- Funky Buddha Brewery in Oakland Park
- J. Wakefield Brewing in Miami
- Calusa Brewing in Sarasota
- Angry Chair Brewing in Seminole Heights, Tampa
- Civil Society Brewing Company in Jupiter
- Tripping Animals Brewery in Doral
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Penalties for drinking in Florida
Drinking in public is illegal in many cities and municipalities in Florida. Some cities, including Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, and Atlantic Beach, have criminalized the act of drinking in public by enacting ordinances that classify such acts as misdemeanour offences.
For example, in Jacksonville Beach, it is unlawful to consume or drink any beer, wine, liquor, or other alcoholic beverage on any public street, sidewalk, boardwalk, or other public place not duly licensed to permit consumption of beverages on the premises. The penalties for violating this ordinance can be severe. A first-time offender can be sentenced to a maximum of 90 days in jail, or a $500 fine (or both), although a typical offence will result in a simple fine. The chief consequence of paying the fine, however, is the creation of a criminal record.
In Jacksonville, it is unlawful to sell, serve or consume any alcoholic beverage upon public streets or sidewalks, at any city park or playground, or in or upon any property owned, leased or occupied by the city. Violation of this prohibition on public consumption is a “Class B” offence, which carries penalties of up to 30 days in jail and a $50 fine.
In Florida, disorderly intoxication is a second-degree misdemeanour. Penalties include a fine of up to $500, up to 60 days in jail, or both.
Instead of arrest for public intoxication, a police officer may elect to take you to your home to "sober up", or to a health facility for detoxification or treatment. A person convicted of public intoxication three times in a 12-month period may be committed to a treatment or rehabilitation facility for up to 60 days.
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Frequently asked questions
In Florida, beer, wine, and liqueurs can be purchased in retail stores, grocery, and convenience stores.
Some of the best beers in Florida are:
- Cigar City Jai Alai
- Funky Buddha Hop Gun
- Angry Chair Infinite Dunks
- 3 Daughters Beach Blonde
- 7venth Sun Saison in Paradise
Beer can be purchased in Florida from 7 am to 12 am, Monday to Sunday. However, some counties allow the sale of alcohol from 7 am to 3 am, and a few counties, such as Miami-Dade, permit 24/7 sales.
