Holding a California Type 21 ABC license authorizing off-sale beer, wine, and distilled spirits, 7-Q Liquor at 7401 El Cajon Boulevard serves La Mesa's El Cajon Boulevard corridor near the Jessie Avenue intersection. The spirits shelf runs from bourbon and tequila through vodka and rum, a bottle selection built to pair with the smoked brisket and pulled-pork platters at Smokey and The Brisket BBQ elsewhere in La Mesa. The walk-in cooler maintains beer inventory across domestic, import, and California craft tiers, with single-serve and multipack formats stocked for both individual and party-supply purchases. Shelf-stable snacks, tobacco products, and basic household items round out the convenience inventory beyond the core beverage program. The tequila and mezcal range supports the spirit-forward cocktail culture around La Mesa's restaurants, including margarita builds for gatherings anchored by taquerias like City Tacos. California Type 21 compliance requires documented age-verification protocols for every alcohol transaction, with staff trained to check identification on all beer, wine, and spirits sales regardless of apparent customer age.