Is it true that a customer can consume liquor on the premise of an off-premises licensee?

The statement is accurate because, according to Hawaii liquor laws, customers are generally not allowed to consume liquor on the premises of an off-premises licensee unless a specific permit is obtained for sampling purposes. Off-premises licensees typically include stores and establishments that sell alcohol for consumption away from the location, such as liquor stores.

Sampling permits allow customers to taste certain products before purchasing them, but this is tightly regulated and does not permit general consumption on-site. The other options suggest different interpretations of the law, but without the proper permit for sampling, consuming liquor on those premises remains prohibited. Thus, obtaining a permit is essential for compliance with the regulations that govern alcohol consumption at off-premises licensed establishments.