What are the legal ages to serve and sell alcoholic beverages in Iowa?
Employees must be 16 years old to sell and deliver (in original unopened containers) liquor, wine and beer for off-premises consumption (grocery stores, convenience stores, liquor stores, etc.) Employees must be 18 years old to sell and dispense liquor, wine and beer for on-premises consumption (restaurants, bars, clubs, etc.). Note: Age requirements apply to the licensee’s family members as well as nonfamily employees. If there is a local ordinance governing minors in licensed establishments, the ordinance applies.
