In short, no, you do not in most cases, although some of the smaller breweries require a trip to get a case. California is a state where beer sales are legal within grocery stores, liquor stores, and major retailers specializing in hard beverages. Most of the breweries on this list can be found in grocery stores, but will almost 100 percent be found in major retailers like BevMo and Total Wine. If you want a sure bet, the breweries always have their beers available for take-out.