Liquor store vs. ABC store
Most Americans will call this divine retail location a “liquor store,” but there are some regional exceptions.
Folks from North Carolina and Virginia will tell you they’re heading to the “ABC Store,” a name that goes back to when the Alcoholic Beverage Control commission was in charge. As well, in Michigan, you might hear residents call it a “party store,” while in New England, it’s a “package store.”