Can you buy alcohol with grocery vouchers?

As every year, federal government workers will receive grocery vouchers to close 2022 on a high note. To make things even better, various media outlets have confirmed that bureaucrats will receive a total of $13,700 in vouchers during December, just in time for Christmas and New Year’s dinners! Last week, we set out to think of different ways to make the most of the year-end vouchers. From not spending them on a single purchase to small tips like buying appliances, comparing prices, or using them to start a baking business. This time we investigated whether it is possible to buy alcohol with grocery vouchers, as we know many people are thinking of celebrating big this Christmas, so don’t be left in doubt! You can also read: How to make the most of your grocery vouchersCan you buy alcohol with grocery vouchers? We have good and bad news for you. On the one hand, the good news is that if you manage your vouchers correctly, the $13,700 in vouchers will help you stock your pantry for quite some time, as well as organize a nice Christmas and New Year’s dinner and even help you cope with January's expenses, but all of this will depend on how organized you are. The bad news is that you cannot buy alcoholic beverages or tobacco with grocery vouchers. According to media reports, this measure came into effect in July 2013, as that year, the Official Journal of the Federation announced that this type of benefit aims to allow workers to purchase items that improve their quality of life. So besides being unable to purchase alcohol and tobacco with vouchers, remember that you also cannot exchange them for cash. However, you can use them to acquire various items that will be very useful, and we’ll tell you which ones! According to the company Edenred, which distributes grocery vouchers in the form of electronic wallets, these can be used to buy: Groceries: Canned goods, rice, beans, meat, frozen foods, preserves, and more. Cleaning supplies: Bleach, soap, mopping liquid, degreaser, among others. Personal hygiene items: Toothpaste, soap, shampoo, conditioner, dental floss, mouthwash, and more. School supplies: Notebooks, pencils, blank sheets, pens, crayons, etc. Appliances and electronics: Take advantage and buy an air fryer or invest in a blender, mixer, refrigerator, or microwave. Clothing and footwear Meals in restaurants For its part, the company Sí Vale states that grocery vouchers can also be used to purchase: Medicines Toys Now that you know what you can and cannot acquire with your year-end vouchers, get to work and create a list and budget to make the most of them once they are delivered this December, although the exact date is still unknown. You can also read: How to substitute the most expensive ingredients for Christmas dinner?