[SunkenCiv]

I wonder if CA has a base rate that goes to the state, and municipalities have the option of adding up to some amount; I recall paying 8 percent on a soft drink at some convenience store, probably in C of Industry.

[ZirconEncrustedTweezers]

I believe that is the case.

And eight percent? You’re getting off light; here in San Jose between state, county and municipal sales taxes it’s 8.75%.