Texas Sundays: Booze with Brunch, But Hold the Hard Stuff (Unless You Planned Ahead)
Ah, Texas. The land of wide-open spaces, ten-gallon hats, and...confusing Sunday alcohol laws? Don't worry, y'all, we've all been there. You wake up on a sunny Sunday morning, craving a mimosa with your brunch of champions, only to be met with the horrifying realization: is it even legal to buy bubbly beverages this early?
The Dram-atic Truth About Texas Tipples
The good news, my friend, is that Texas loosened its liquor lasso in 2021. Now, you can snag yourself some beer and wine from a grocery store or convenience store after 10 am on Sundays. That means your brunch mimosa or a frosty afternoon Shiner Bock are a-go!
Hold Your Horses on the Hard Stuff
But here's where things get a little dusty like a tumbleweed rolling through town. Liquor stores are off-limits entirely on Sundays. So, if you're hankering for a top-shelf margarita or a fancy bottle of bourbon, you'd better have purchased it before closing time on Saturday.
Exceptions, of Course, There Are Always Exceptions (This is Texas, After All)
Now, before you curse the Sunday Scarcity, there are a couple of exceptions to this liquor law. Restaurants with licenses can serve mixed drinks with food starting at 10 am on Sundays. So, if your brunch spot offers bottomless mimosas, well then, howdy partner, that's your lucky day!
Festival Fun and Boozy Brews
Also, if you find yourself at a festival, fair, or concert with a license, they might be slinging stronger stuff than just Bud Light. Just remember to check their specific hours and offerings beforehand.
The Moral of the Story? Plan Ahead, or Embrace the Brunch Cocktail
So there you have it, folks. The lowdown on Texas' slightly strange Sunday liquor laws. Remember, planning is key if you crave a specific spirit. Otherwise, embrace the world of brunch cocktails and toast to another beautiful Texas Sunday!
