An element that is a member of the alkali group of metals. It has the atomic symbol Na, atomic number 11, and atomic weight 23. With a valence of 1, it has a strong affinity for oxygen and other nonmetallic elements. Sodium provides the chief cation of the extracellular body fluids.
The general rule is that an employee who sells or handles alcoholic beverages must be at least 18 years of age. However, off-premises beer licensees may employ a person under 18 as a cashier for beer sales as long as that person is in the presence of and under the direct supervision of a person 18 years of age or over.
Where to Buy Alcohol. State-owned package stores, sometimes called ABC stores, are the only place to buy hard liquor in Iowa. Beer and wine are sold in retail stores. Both kinds of stores are permitted to sell alcohol from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday through Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Sundays. You must be 21 years of age to drink alcohol in Iowa, but you can work as a server in a restaurant, as a bartender, or in a state-owned package store at age 18. You can be 16 and sell alcohol in any other situation.