Absolutely true. It's a common misconception that the drinking age in the US is ...

		Cushman on Oct 9, 2010 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Facebook Billionaire Explains Why He Backs Prop 19 Absolutely true. It's a common misconception that the drinking age in the US is 21; federal law mandates that states outlaw the sale of alcohol to those under 21, but states have varying laws regarding the consumption of alcohol by minors.