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Mississippi Alcohol Delivery Delays Impact Retailers' Holiday Stock

4/18/2026

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A backlog at the Mississippi Department of Revenue's Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) warehouse delays wine and liquor deliveries.
As of April 15, 2026, more than 172,000 cases remain pending, with an average 17-day wait.
The backlog peaked in early March at over 220,000 cases and a 25-day wait.
Retailers Brandi Carter and Josh Sorrell report dwindling inventory, which could affect holiday stocking.

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Story summary

A backlog at the Mississippi Department of Revenue's Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) warehouse delays wine and liquor deliveries.
As of April 15, 2026, more than 172,000 cases remain pending, with an average 17-day wait.
The backlog peaked in early March at over 220,000 cases and a 25-day wait.
Retailers Brandi Carter and Josh Sorrell report dwindling inventory, which could affect holiday stocking.