Alcohol beverage is one of the most regulated commodities in the United States. In fact, it is the only commodity that has appeared specifically in two amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

In simple terms, the 21st Amendment repealed the 18th Amendment, ended Prohibition and granted the states wide authority to regulate the sale and service of beverage alcohol within their borders.

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