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The privatized sale of liquor began on Friday thanks to the much-discussed

Published 7:00 am Monday, September 24, 2012

A man on Fauntleroy in West Seattle protests the newly enacted Washington state liquor law.
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A man on Fauntleroy in West Seattle protests the newly enacted Washington state liquor law.
A man on Fauntleroy in West Seattle protests the newly enacted Washington state liquor law.
Two friends stocking up at the 4th Ave Costco on Friday night.
The grocery cart of the two afore pictured shoppers.
Stocking up!
Costco was swarming with young people on Friday night eager to fill up their liquor cabinets.
Picking out some bottles for tonight's party.
The cost of Costco's Kirkland brand vodka.
Bottles of Malibu Rum at Costco.
A customer picking up a bottle of Scotch.
Two employees at Costco advertise the Batch 206 Distillery.
This handle of Grey Goose was $45.00. After tax cost? Almost $60.00.

The privatized sale of liquor began on Friday thanks to the much-discussed Initiative 1183, leading to both higher prices and stronger sales of booze over the weekend. Young people flocked to Costco, Safeway, and other supermarkets to stock up on their favorites. What’s your take on the new law?Photos by Chona Kasinger.Published on June 4, 2012

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