Is Delta-9 Legal in Alabama? THC Drinks, 2026 Guide

Short answer: yes, with restrictions. Alabama regulates hemp-derived THC beverages through its Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, with a per-serving cap, a license and bond for retailers, and a short list of who's allowed to sell. Here's the actual rule, what it requires, and what it means for a can of San Buzi.

Quick Answer

Yes, with restrictions. Hemp-derived Delta-9 THC beverages are legal in Alabama under HB 445, which moved consumable hemp under the state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board. Beverages are capped at 10mg THC per serving, buyers must be 21 or older, and they can only be sold by licensed hemp dispensaries or grocery stores -- not convenience stores. The law has been fully enforceable since January 2026.

What Alabama’s rule actually says

HB 445, signed by Gov. Ivey on May 27, 2025 and in effect since July 1, 2025, shifted regulation of consumable hemp (including THC beverages) to Alabama’s ABC Board. ABC Board enforcement began January 1, 2026. The beverage requirements:

A per-serving cap: no more than 10mg THC per serving.
Container limits: 12 fl oz max container size, and no more than 4 containers per carton.
21+ only: sales are limited to adults 21 and older.
A limited set of sellers: only hemp dispensaries and grocery stores may sell beverages. Convenience stores are excluded entirely.
A licensed, bonded retailer: a $1,000 ABC license fee plus a $25,000 surety bond per retail location.
Independent lab testing: with a scannable COA.
Packaging: child-resistant packaging and no kid-appealing imagery.
No online sales or shipping: Section 28-12-60(a) says “Online sales, direct delivery, drive-through sales, and direct shipments of consumable hemp products within or into this state are strictly prohibited.” A first violation is a Class A misdemeanor.

What that means for a can of San Buzi

San Buzi is made in Atlanta: 10mg Delta-9 THC and 5mg CBG per 12 oz can, zero alcohol, zero calories. Alabama’s cap is 10mg THC per serving with a 12 fl oz maximum container. Every San Buzi lot has its own public Certificate of Analysis, which is the easiest way to confirm what any can actually contains (and here’s how to read one).

New to THC drinks? 10mg is a full dose for many people. Our 5mg vs. 10mg guide and onset and dosing guide cover how to pace it.

Where to buy THC drinks in Alabama

In-state, hemp THC drinks are sold by licensed hemp dispensaries and grocery stores -- not convenience stores. Because Alabama prohibits online sales and direct shipments into the state, San Buzi does not ship to Alabama. Our state-by-state guide shows where we do ship.

What could change

At the state level: Alabama’s framework is new. HB 445 was signed May 27, 2025, took effect July 1, 2025, and the ABC Board’s enforcement began January 1, 2026. The rules above are what’s in effect today.
At the federal level: a new federal hemp definition capping finished products at 0.4mg total THC per container takes effect December 11, 2026, and Alabama law doesn’t shield anyone from that. See our explainer on the 2026 hemp beverage ban.

Timeline

2025-05-27: Gov. Ivey signs HB 445.
2025-07-01: HB 445 takes effect.
2026-01-01: ABC Board enforcement begins.

Frequently asked questions

Is Delta-9 legal in Alabama?

Yes, with restrictions. HB 445 shifted regulation of consumable hemp, including THC beverages, to Alabama's Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, and the law has been fully enforceable since January 2026. Beverages are capped at 10mg THC per serving, buyers must be 21 or older, and only licensed hemp dispensaries or grocery stores may sell them.

How much THC can a drink have in Alabama?

No more than 10mg THC per serving. Containers are limited to 12 fl oz, with a maximum of 4 containers per carton. San Buzi is 10mg Delta-9 THC (plus 5mg CBG) per 12 oz can.

Can convenience stores sell THC drinks in Alabama?

No. Under HB 445, only hemp dispensaries and grocery stores may sell THC beverages. Convenience stores are excluded entirely.

What does an Alabama retailer need to sell THC drinks?

A $1,000 ABC license fee plus a $25,000 surety bond per retail location. Products need independent lab testing with a scannable COA, child-resistant packaging, and no imagery that appeals to kids.

Can you buy THC drinks online in Alabama?

No. Section 28-12-60(a) of HB 445 says 'Online sales, direct delivery, drive-through sales, and direct shipments of consumable hemp products within or into this state are strictly prohibited.' A first violation is a Class A misdemeanor.

Does San Buzi ship to Alabama?

No. Because Alabama prohibits online sales and direct shipments of consumable hemp products into the state, San Buzi does not ship to Alabama.

Sources

Last reviewed: October 12, 2026. This is general information, not legal advice -- confirm current rules with the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board or an attorney before relying on it.

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