Education

Welcome to the new LCB Education resource library!

Our mission is to promote responsible consumption and enhance public understanding of alcohol and cannabis. We are dedicated to educating the community on the effects of these substances, providing accurate information, and supporting safe practices.

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Basics
Liquor

What Is Alcohol and Why Is It Regulated?

Alcohol is produced naturally by the fermentation of yeast, sugars, and starches found in grains, fruits, and vegetables. An additional process of evaporation and condensation is used to create

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Basics
Liquor
Health

Alcohol’s Effect on Individuals

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) BAC is the amount of alcohol that is present in the bloodstream. For example, having a BAC of 0.10 percent means there is about one drop of alcohol for every 1,000

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Basics
Liquor
Health

Levels of Drinking

Drinking in moderation According to the “Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025,” U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture, adults of legal drinking age can

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Liquor
Health

Alcohol and the Brain

It is good to understand how alcohol affects the brain and its functions: Alcohol is a depressant. The more you drink, the more specific parts of the brain are affected. The cerebrum controls

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Liquor
Health

Alcohol and Other Drugs

Using alcohol along with other drugs is unsafe because the effects may be stronger and more unpredictable than one drug alone, and possibly even deadly. The health risks include: Overdose Injury

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Liquor
Safety

Ways to Reduce Risks

Excessive drinking is linked to many health and behavioral problems. (To learn more, see Alcohol and Your Health.) Anyone can take steps to reduce these risks. Keep track of how much you drink. Know

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Liquor
Safety

Hosting Parties

Hosts are responsible for making sure an event is fun and safe. The best way to do this is through careful planning. If serving alcoholic beverages at a party, consider these steps to reduce risks and

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Liquor
Safety

Safe Storage

According to the 2018 Washington Healthy Youth Survey, of those students who reported getting alcohol in the past 30 days, 46% of 8th graders and 31% of 10th graders got it at home with, or without

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Liquor
Laws

Producing, Selling, and Buying Alcohol Products

LCB has legal authority for licensing and regulating the production, distribution, and sales of alcoholic products in Washington State. Policies governing these activities are a mix of state laws and

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Liquor
Laws
Safety

Alcohol and Motor Vehicle Use

Driving under the influence (DUI) refers to operating a motor vehicle while affected by alcohol, drugs, or both. Motor vehicle incidents involving drunk or drugged driving cost our state millions of

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If You Are Under 21

Zero Tolerance Law In Washington State if you are under the age of 21, you don’t even have to be “buzzed” to be busted while driving. On your first offense with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of

Last Updated - 27/03/2024

Liquor
Laws

Know the Laws

Producing, Selling, and Buying Alcohol Products The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) has legal authority for licensing and regulating the production, distribution, and sales of alcoholic products in

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