In many states, kids under 18 are allowed to drink under the supervision of a family member, in this case, a parent, guardian, or spouse. Some states require alcoholic drinks to be consumed when the family member is present, while in others, the underage person needs to acquire the drinks directly from the family member. The family member has to provide and be present when it’s being consumed in other states.
Also, the law requires the consumption of alcohol by minors to be done on private property or residence.
Several states allow under 18s to drink on licensed premises like bars only when a parent, spouse, or guardian is present and approves of it.
Many states have social laws where an individual who owns, controls, or leases private property is responsible for underage drinking, regardless of whether they provide the drinks or not.
Here are a few other situations where under 18s can be allowed to drink:
Religious purposes: Many states allow drinking as part of religious activities such as Communion in some Christian denominations
When seeking medication: Minors may be instructed to use medicine that contains traces of alcohol.
Educational purposes: Students doing culinary courses can drink some alcohol as part of their studies.
The authorities allow the consumption of alcohol for minors engaging in sting operations or going undercover.
Minors in the food and beverage sector can buy drinks for work. Note that the pe, in this case, are only allowed to purchase the drinks for work, not consumption.