The alcoholic beverages in a private club are typically sold to the members, not owned by the members or guests. Members usually cover the cost of their own alcoholic drinks, and such clubs operate under specific regulations to ensure responsible consumption and legal compliance. The alcohol is considered common property of the club members, and members contribute fees or service charges to purchase and maintain the alcohol inventory for the club's use. The club then serves the alcohol to members for a service charge rather than direct sales, which often exempts it from certain public sale licensing requirements. Additionally, private clubs impose rules on alcohol service, consumption, and guest policies to maintain exclusivity and safety.
