Where to Buy Alcohol-Free Wine: Walmart, Target, Kroger, Publix, Whole Foods and Local Stores

You can buy alcohol-free wine at most large US grocery and big-box chains, including Walmart, Target, Kroger, Publix and Whole Foods, as well as at independent wine shops, bottle shops that specialise in non-alcoholic drinks, and online. Each store carries a different range, and shelves change often. The most reliable approach is to check the retailer's app or website for your specific store, then confirm in person or by phone before a gathering.

This guide explains where to look, how to read the labels, which styles taste best, and how to serve alcohol-free wine so it feels like a real part of the celebration.

Where can you buy alcohol-free wine?

Alcohol-free wine is sold in three main kinds of places: national retailers, local independent stores, and online shops. National chains offer convenience and same-day pickup. Local shops usually offer better advice and more interesting bottles. Online shops offer the widest choice but need planning ahead.

Big-box and grocery chains: Walmart, Target, Kroger and its regional banners, Publix and Whole Foods commonly stock a handful of alcohol-free wines, most often sparkling, white and rosé styles.
Independent wine and liquor shops: many now keep a dedicated non-alcoholic shelf, and staff can often describe how each bottle tastes.
Non-alcoholic bottle shops: specialist stores focus entirely on alcohol-free drinks and usually have the broadest range of alcohol-free wine in a given city.
Online retailers and producers: useful for specific brands or larger quantities, but delivery time and shipping cost need to be factored in.

How do I find alcohol-free wine near me?

To find alcohol-free wine near you, use each retailer's store locator to choose your local branch, then search its online catalogue for terms such as non-alcoholic wine, alcohol-removed wine or dealcoholized wine. Online stock information is helpful but not always current, so confirm before you travel.

Set your store. Open the retailer's app or website and select your nearest location with the store locator. Availability is shown per store, not per chain.
Search with several terms. Brands label these bottles differently, so try non-alcoholic wine, alcohol-free wine, alcohol-removed, dealcoholized and non-alcoholic sparkling.
Filter by pickup or delivery. This narrows results to bottles that are actually listed for your branch.
Treat retailer stock listings as a guide. An item marked in stock may have sold out that morning, especially before holidays.
Call or reserve. For a party, ask the store to confirm the quantity, or place a pickup order a few days early.
Check two aisles in person. Alcohol-free wine may sit beside regular wine or in the juice, mixer or soft-drink aisle, depending on the store.

Searching a map app for alcohol free wine near me can also surface independent shops and specialist bottle stores that the big chains do not list.

How do the major retailers compare?

The major chains differ mainly in range, regional coverage and how easy it is to check local availability online. The table below summarises what to expect in general terms; exact selections vary by store and change over time.

Retailer	What to expect	Best for	Tip
Walmart	A small, mainstream range, often including widely distributed sparkling and still options	Convenience, budget-friendly bottles, pickup orders	Check the app for your store, as selection varies widely between locations
Target	A modest selection that can include newer or trend-led brands alongside familiar names	Combining a drinks run with party supplies	Look in both the wine and beverage aisles
Kroger and its banners	A grocery-style range that can differ between Kroger and its regional store names	Weekly shopping, digital ordering	Search under your local banner's own app or site
Publix	A grocery range in stores across the southeastern US	Shoppers in the Southeast who want easy pickup	Check the main grocery store, not only a separate liquor store
Whole Foods	A range that often leans toward premium, organic-positioned or smaller brands	Shoppers who want something a little different	Ask staff in the beverage section about new arrivals

Alcohol-free wine at Walmart

Alcohol-free wine at Walmart is usually a compact range of well-known, widely distributed brands, which makes it a practical choice when you need several bottles of the same wine for a larger gathering. Because Walmart stores vary a lot in size, the online listing for your specific location is the best guide. Pickup orders are a convenient way to secure bottles before a party.

Alcohol-free wine at Target

Alcohol-free wine at Target is typically a modest selection that may mix established names with newer brands in eye-catching packaging. Target is handy when you are also buying glassware, napkins or snacks for an event. Look in the wine section and in the beverage or mixer aisles, as placement differs between stores.

Alcohol-free wine at Kroger

Alcohol-free wine at Kroger is generally stocked as part of the grocery beverage range, and the same applies to many stores in the Kroger family that trade under regional names. When you search for alcohol free wine at Kroger, make sure you are on the website or app for the banner you actually shop at, because ranges and stock listings are store-specific.

Alcohol-free wine at Publix

Alcohol-free wine at Publix is found in its grocery stores across the southeastern United States. Publix also runs separate liquor stores in some locations, but non-alcoholic products are commonly sold in the main supermarket, so check there first. The Publix app helps you see what your local store lists before you visit.

Alcohol-free wine at Whole Foods

Alcohol-free wine at Whole Foods often includes bottles positioned as premium, organic or produced by smaller makers, alongside a few familiar names. It is a good place to look if you want a bottle with a more distinctive story for a dinner party. Range depends heavily on the individual store, so ask the beverage team what has recently arrived.

Why shop at local and specialist stores?

Local wine shops and dedicated non-alcoholic bottle shops are the best places to find a wider, more carefully chosen range of alcohol-free wine and to get tasting advice. Staff can usually tell you which bottles are dry or sweet, which sparkling wines feel closest to Champagne-style fizz, and which reds have enough body for food.

Ask whether the shop runs tastings, which let you try before buying a case for an event.
Ask if they can order a specific bottle or quantity for you.
Tell them the occasion and menu; a good shop will suggest pairings.

What do alcohol-free wine labels mean?

Alcohol-free wine, in most cases, is real wine that has been fermented in the usual way and then had its alcohol removed. Reading the label tells you whether you are buying dealcoholized wine or a grape-based drink that was never fermented.

Alcohol-removed or dealcoholized: wine made normally, then treated to take out the alcohol. This style keeps more wine-like character.
Non-alcoholic: in the US, this term commonly indicates less than 0.5% alcohol by volume (ABV). Check the stated ABV on the bottle.
0.0%: signals that the producer is presenting the drink as having no measurable alcohol, or only a negligible trace. Always read the specific label if you need to avoid alcohol completely.
Sparkling grape juice or wine-style drinks: may never have been fermented, so they often taste sweeter and simpler than dealcoholized wine.

Producers remove alcohol using methods such as vacuum distillation (gently heating wine under low pressure so alcohol evaporates at a lower temperature), spinning cone columns (separating aromas and alcohol in stages so aromas can be returned), or reverse osmosis (filtering wine through a fine membrane). Each method aims to protect aroma and flavour while taking out the alcohol.

Many alcohol-free wines list sugar or grape must among the ingredients, because alcohol normally contributes body and a sense of sweetness. If you prefer dry wine, check the nutrition panel for the sugar content per serving.

Which alcohol-free wine style tastes best?

Alcohol-free sparkling wine is usually the most convincing style for people new to the category, because bubbles and bright acidity make up for the body that alcohol would normally provide. Whites and rosés come next, while reds are the hardest to get right because alcohol and tannin shape their texture.

Alcohol-free sparkling wine

Alcohol-free sparkling wine tends to taste crisp and fruity, with notes of green apple, pear, citrus or white flowers. Look for words such as brut or extra dry on the label to gauge sweetness, but taste is the final test, since some bottles labelled brut still feel softer than their alcoholic counterparts. Sparkling styles are ideal for toasts, brunches and welcome drinks.

Alcohol-free white wine

Alcohol-free white wines made from aromatic grapes such as Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling often keep their fresh, zesty character well. Fuller white styles like Chardonnay can feel lighter than expected. Choose crisp whites for daytime gatherings and seafood.

Alcohol-free rosé

Alcohol-free rosé usually offers red berry and watermelon flavours with a refreshing finish. It is a crowd-pleaser for summer parties, picnics and mixed groups where tastes vary.

Alcohol-free red wine

Alcohol-free red wine can taste lighter and more juice-like than standard red, because alcohol adds weight and warmth. Look for styles described as smooth or fruity rather than bold, and serve them alongside food, which helps them feel more complete.

How should you serve alcohol-free wine at a gathering?

Serve alcohol-free wine in proper wine glasses and at the same temperatures you would use for regular wine, so it feels like an equal choice rather than an afterthought. Good serving makes a noticeable difference to aroma and flavour.

Serving temperatures

Sparkling: well chilled, about 6 to 8 °C (43 to 46 °F).
White and rosé: chilled, about 7 to 10 °C (45 to 50 °F).
Red: lightly chilled, about 12 to 14 °C (54 to 57 °F), which keeps lighter alcohol-free reds fresh.

Glassware

Flute or tulip glass for sparkling, to keep bubbles lively and focus aroma.
Standard white wine glass for whites and rosés.
Larger-bowled red wine glass for reds, to let aromas open up.

Once opened, alcohol-free wine can lose freshness faster than regular wine, so reseal and refrigerate leftovers, and use a sparkling wine stopper for fizz. Follow any storage guidance on the label.

Food pairings

Sparkling: salty snacks, fried appetisers, soft cheeses, sushi and brunch dishes.
Crisp white: salads, goat cheese, grilled fish and dishes with herbs or lemon.
Rosé: charcuterie, Mediterranean mezze, grilled vegetables and summer fruit.
Red: pizza, pasta with tomato sauce, burgers and mushroom dishes.

Because many alcohol-free wines are slightly sweeter than regular wine, they often pair well with gently spiced food and fruit-based desserts.

Simple alcohol-free serves

Alcohol-free sparkling wine also works as a base for celebratory drinks. Top a splash of peach or berry purée with chilled alcohol-free sparkling wine for a bellini-style toast, or add a few frozen grapes to a glass of alcohol-free white to keep it cold without dilution. Offering a sparkling water bar with citrus and herbs alongside the wine gives guests even more choice.

How do you choose the right bottle for your occasion?

Choose alcohol-free wine by matching the style to the occasion, the menu and your guests' tastes, then buying a little more than you think you need, since non-drinkers and drivers often choose it more than hosts expect.

Toasts, weddings and New Year: alcohol-free sparkling wine, served in flutes.
Brunch or garden party: sparkling or rosé, well chilled.
Dinner party: a crisp white for starters and a light red for the main course.
Mixed group with unknown tastes: one sparkling, one white and one rosé to cover most preferences.

If you have not tried a brand before, buy a single bottle from your nearest Walmart, Target, Kroger, Publix or Whole Foods, or from a local shop, and taste it ahead of the event. Checking local availability early and confirming stock a few days before the gathering means everyone at the table can raise a glass with something they genuinely enjoy.