Alcohol Regulations in Austria
Alcohol consumption is legally permitted in Austria, subject to certain regulations and age restrictions. The minimum legal drinking age in Austria is 16 years. But, as the situation may be a little more complicated than this, please read the whole page carefully.
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Details
In Austria, the minimum legal age to purchase alcohol varies by beverage type:
- For beer, you must be at least 16 years old.
- For wine, you must be at least 16 years old.
- For spirits, you must be at least 18 years old.
Additional Notes
Beer and wine can be purchased at 16, spirits at 18.
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