15 Things to Know Before Buying Liquor From Walmart

Shopping at Walmart is convenient for getting everything in one place, including groceries, household items, and even alcohol. But what should you know before buying beer, wine, or liquor from Walmart? Here are 15 tips and facts to help you shop for alcohol at Walmart:

1. Walmart carries a wide selection of popular liquor brands and types.

You can find top brands of liquor like Tito‘s Vodka, Bacardi Rum, Jose Cuervo Tequila, and Jack Daniel‘s Whiskey. Walmart also sells beer, wine, hard seltzers, canned cocktails, and other alcoholic beverages.

2. Liquor laws and Walmart‘s alcohol selection varies widely by state.

Some states prohibit Walmart from selling liquor or limit hours/days of liquor sales. Check if your local Walmart sells liquor or only beer/wine.

3. Associates will check ID more strictly for younger looking customers.

Walmart associates are required to verify age with a valid ID showing you are 21 or older when purchasing alcohol. If you look under 40, expect to show ID.

4. You can purchase liquor if minors are present.

As long as you are 21+ and can provide ID, you can legally buy alcohol at Walmart with minors present. Associates cannot sell to you if they suspect liquor is for the minor.

5. Walmart will not sell alcohol to visibly intoxicated customers.

Associates are trained to refuse alcohol sales to anyone visibly intoxicated or suspected of buying for an intoxicated person.

6. Hours for liquor sales depend on state and county laws.

Some states prohibit early morning or late night liquor sales. Hours vary but are usually during normal store hours.

7. You can buy liquor and alcohol at Walmart self-checkout.

Scan liquor purchases at self-checkout like other items but an associate will verify your ID before approving the sale.

8. Unopened liquor bottles can be returned just like other items.

Walmart allows returns of unopened liquor with receipt and ID within the normal 90 day window. No questions asked!

9. In some states, Walmart allows online liquor orders for delivery/pickup.

Order liquor for in-store pickup or delivery where available. Still need to show ID at pickup/delivery.

10. Walmart liquor prices can be cheap but check Costco for bulk deals.

Walmart has low liquor prices but Costco‘s bulk quantities can sometimes save you more money.

11. Not every Walmart location sells liquor or the same selection.

Double check your local store sells liquor and has the brands you want before shopping there.

12. Beer and wine are sold at all Walmart locations.

Even in states where liquor sales are prohibited, you can buy beer and wine at any Walmart.

13. You can shop for liquor using Walmart‘s mobile app.

Browse brands and prices, order liquor for pickup/delivery if available in your state.

14. One stop shop for liquor plus groceries and other needs.

With 90% of Americans living within 15 miles of a Walmart, it‘s a convenient option for liquor plus anything else you need.

15. Walmart sells many liquor package sizes and types.

Choose from individual bottles or cans, packs, cases, kegs, a wide variety of spirits, beers, wines, and more. Convenient for any liquor purchase.

So in summary, Walmart can be a handy place to buy liquor, beer, and wine conveniently along with the rest of your shopping. Just keep state laws, store policies, ID requirements, and price comparisons in mind to have the best experience purchasing alcohol from Walmart.