Beer-filling gas stations gain popularity nationwide

Move over Starbucks and soft drink machines because beer taps are being installed in gas stations and grocery stores nationwide.

Draft beer taps where customers can fill 64-ounce containers called growlers have been installed in gas stations, grocery stores and other retailers.

One of the big players is Irvine-based Growler Station located in Southern California.

It has locations in Texas, New York, Alaska and Idaho, but none in California because it's not legal.