The measure, approved 28-4, would allow cocktails-to-go after pandemic emergency rules expire. It now goes to the House for additional debate. The measure is backed by the National Restaurant Association and, we’re sure, bu the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S.
As is typical, cocktails must be in “durable, leakproof and sealable” containers, meet existing minimum size requirements and be sealed with tamper-proof tape or placed in a transparent, tamper-proof and securely sealed bag. The beverage must be purchased as the same time as a meal.
The measure also relaxes limits on Sunday sales, allowing them from 6 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Currently, liquor can be sold only between 11 a.m. and midnight on Sundays.