LC and for that matter, other areas of West Texas, come to El Paso for home, business and social activities. Yes, that includes downing a few and it is a problem for LC as their law enforcement have to sometimes have sobriety check points, often. On the other side of the coin El Pasoans go get stupid and drunk at Caballo or even closer like Chope’s or a wine tasting place (watch the cult movie “Sideways” to know what I’m talking about. It’s safe to watch but intended for the divorced adult movie goer), as I said two sides of the same coin. Or, do as most, shop for the best beer/liquor specials in El Paso. And if your hood, shop around for “Mini’s”, “Shooter’, “Nip’s” or “Singles” in both EP and LC. They are very popular with gang bangers in Las Cruces but due to their limited means, managers limit their amount so they pile in the ‘95 Ford Taurus and come to El Paso.
That my friend, is your interstate drinking tour between El Paso and LC. Don’t believe me? Go ask a cop from either city.
Alcohol is like oil in Texas, so sell it, buy it and consume legally, “but let’s make money!”. New Mexico has not figured that out or want nothing to do with it.