Disclaimer:
We're not lawyers—just friendly helpers! 🍻 This document isn’t intended to serve as legal advice. Alcohol laws are like recipes—every city, county, and state has its own unique regulations. For the most accurate guidance on local rules, reach out to your state liquor control board (they're the real experts here). While Certivance provides resources and keeps an eye on state-level regulations, always double-check with your local authorities—because even the best need a second opinion! 😉
Regulatory Contacts:
State Of Alaska
Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office
550 W 7th Ave
Suite 1600
Anchorage, AK 99501
Phone: | 907-269-0350 |
Website: |
Service Facts:
Legal Drinking Age | 21 |
Age to Consume | 21 |
Service to Minors | An underage person may legally possess and consume alcoholic beverages, provided they are not on licensed premises and the alcohol is supplied by their parent, legal guardian, or spouse who is over the age of 21. (AS § 04.16.051(b)) |
Employment of Minors | Minors aged 18, 19, and 20 may work on the licensed premises of hotels and restaurants, but they are prohibited from selling, serving, or delivering alcoholic beverages. Minors aged 16 and 17 may be employed at a licensed establishment designated as a "bona fide restaurant" by the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board. To do so, they must have written consent from their parent or legal guardian, an exemption certificate from the Department of Labor, and may only be permitted to bus tables. These minors are also prohibited from selling, serving, or delivering alcoholic beverages. |
Age to Serve | 21 |
Age to Sell | 21 |
Age to Pour | 21 |
Age to Sell Packaged Alcohol | 21 |
State Training Program:
Alaska's alcohol beverage training program is designed to ensure that servers, supervisors, and security personnel in licensed businesses fully understand the laws and regulations surrounding the service of alcohol. The program provides a comprehensive overview of alcohol law, including how to identify intoxication and prevent drunkenness. It also teaches proper techniques for checking identification, handling difficult situations, and employing strategies to protect guests, employers, and the servers themselves. The training is required for all individuals involved in the service of alcohol, including servers, supervisors of servers, security personnel in licensed businesses, and licensees, regardless of how directly they are involved in the business.
State Program Facts:
Program Type | Mandatory |
Training Requirements | Licensees, their agents, and all employees are required to complete an approved |
Certification Expiration | 3 Years |
Other Links:
Alaska Liquor Law | |
Alaska Mandatory Alcohol Server Training |
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