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Wisconsin liquor license types, in plain words

What each DOR license or permit allows, in the statute's own words, with a note on who usually holds it. Every filing on the Wisconsin page is labeled this way.

Class B combination · Class B beer and Class C wine · Class A combination · Class B beer · Class C wine · Class B liquor · Class A beer · Class A beer and cider

Full bar, beer, wine and liquor by the drink (Class B combination)

A “Class B” license authorizes the retail sale of intoxicating liquor by the glass ... for consumption on the premises where sold.

A bar, tavern, supper club or restaurant with a full bar.

Beer and wine by the drink (Class B beer and Class C wine)

A Class “B” license authorizes retail sales of fermented malt beverages to be consumed either on the premises where sold or off the premises.

A restaurant or cafe pouring beer and wine, no liquor.

Store, beer, wine and liquor to go (Class A combination)

A “Class A” license authorizes the retail sale of intoxicating liquor for consumption off the premises where sold and in original packages and containers.

A liquor store, grocery or convenience store.

Beer by the drink or to go (Class B beer)

A Class “B” license authorizes retail sales of fermented malt beverages to be consumed either on the premises where sold or off the premises.

A small bar, cafe or seasonal place selling beer only.

Wine by the drink (Class C wine)

“Class C” licenses for retail sales of wine, from premises within the municipality.

A restaurant or cafe pouring wine with food.

Liquor by the drink (Class B liquor)

A “Class B” license authorizes the retail sale of intoxicating liquor by the glass ... for consumption on the premises where sold.

Liquor by the glass; usually held with a beer license under the same roof.

Store, beer to go (Class A beer)

A Class “A” license authorizes retail sales of fermented malt beverages for consumption off the premises where sold and in original packages, containers, and bottles.

A convenience store or grocery selling beer to go.

Store, beer and cider to go (Class A beer and cider)

A Class “A” license authorizes retail sales of fermented malt beverages for consumption off the premises where sold and in original packages, containers, and bottles.

A convenience store or grocery selling beer and cider to go, no liquor or wine.

Source: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/125/III/51, https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/125/II/26, https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/125/II/25, https://www.revenue.wi.gov/Pages/OnlineServices/retail-alcohol-beverage-license-search.aspx, checked 2026-11-04.

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