Oklahoma’s alcohol laws blend strict historical restrictions with recent modernizations like home delivery, while happy hour promotions face tight controls. These rules, enforced by the Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement (ABLE) Commission, vary by “wet” and “dry” counties and license types. Understanding them helps avoid fines or license issues.
Home Delivery Rules
Oklahoma legalized alcohol delivery to homes in 2019 via licensed retailers and third-party services, but only for beer and wine initially, with spirits added later under tight rules. Deliveries require age verification at drop-off (21+ only), and drivers can’t consume or deliver across state lines. Violations like underage delivery trigger suspensions, as seen in recent ABLE hearings.​
Happy Hour Limits
Happy hour discounts are capped: no more than 15% off or two drinks per person, and prohibited entirely for mixed beverage licenses from 2-7 a.m. “Ladies night” deals are banned statewide to prevent gender-based pricing. Bars can offer free snacks but not food that boosts intoxication.​
Sales Hours and Days
Retail sales end at 2 a.m. daily for off-premise (stores) and on-premise (bars), with no Sunday liquor store sales except in some counties post-2018 reforms. Strong beer (over 6% ABV) follows beer laws, available until midnight. Dry counties still ban sales outright.​
License Types and Restrictions
- Retail (Package Stores): Spirits only, no beer/wine; can’t sell chilled beer or open containers.
- Mixed Beverage (Bars): Full service but no to-go alcohol except during COVID expansions now limited.
- Beer/Wine: Grocery delivery allowed statewide since 2022.​
Recent 2026 bills tweak shipping bans and fees, but core rules persist for public safety.
