SALEM, Ore. (AP) — The Oregon Liquor Control Commission reports record sales of distilled spirits in December of nearly $51 million, up about 3 percent from December of 2009.
For all of 2010, the commission reports sales of nearly $435 million, a 3 percent increase over the previous year.
Profits go to Oregon’s general fund, cities, counties and alcoholism services.
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