Did You Know That Trader Joe’s Sells Alcohol At 7 Massachusetts Store Locations?

Trader Joe's aficionados, did you know that there are seven locations that sell alcohol in Massachusetts? Out of twenty-one total locations in the Commonwealth, only seven lucky ones give you the option to pick up a bottle of wine or a six-pack alongside your favorite snacks.

I have a cottage in West Yarmouth and my husband loves the Trader Joe's Cold Brew. So, I went to stock up for our cottage while we were on vacation. When I finally got to the other end of the store I noticed some ice-cold IPA's in the display cooler. As I turned to my right, there was an entire row of alcohol. Beer and wine filled both aisles. There was even a "French Reds" section. How fancy!

I had never seen such a thing before in a Trader Joe's in MA! Every store I went to didn't have wine, liquor or beer. I was flabbergasted! (Don't you love that word?) So, I approached an employee and asked her if the Hyannis store was the only location that sold wine and beer. She informed me that there are seven locations in MA where you can buy it.

It's nestled close to the iconic Gillette Stadium. The Foxboro Trader Joe's is a perfect stop to pick up both your grocery essentials and a bottle of wine for dinner. If you're preparing for a Patriots game day, it's a convenient location to grab some craft beers and snacks for tailgating.

It's located in the heart of one of the most academic cities in the world. The Cambridge Trader Joe's caters to both students and families alike. Close to Harvard and MIT, it's not surprising that this location has an eclectic mix of international alcohol selections to match the diverse community.

This one is a stone's throw away from Cape Cod's beautiful beaches. The Hyannis Trader Joe's is a haven for both locals and tourists. Whether you're gearing up for a beach picnic or a cozy evening indoors, this location has your drink needs covered.

With Route 1's numerous shopping and dining options, this location is an ideal stop for those looking to make their weekend dinner a tad more special with a drink pairing.

The Somerville location perfectly captures the essence of this unique community. Here, you can find a range of affordable wines and craft beers to accompany any meal. And it has an artsy vibe since the very trendy Assembly Row is nearby.

It's close to Boston! The Brookline Trader Joe's is surrounded by a mix of students, professionals, and families. With Coolidge Corner nearby, this location is perfect for those looking to grab a bottle and enjoy a movie night at home.

This one serves as a shopping hub for many in the MetroWest area. The Framingham Trader Joe's boasts an extensive alcohol selection that appeals to the diverse clientele. From local brews to international wines, there's something for every palate here.

Country artists like to sing about all sorts of things and one common item that finds its way into so many songs is alcohol. So, it's no surprise many of your favorite Country stars have their very own brand of alcohol, from bourbon, to wine, to whiskey, they've got your covered.

Check out the list of which stars have which beverages for you to enjoy, responsibly!

Blake Shelton is getting the party started with his Smithwork's American-Made Vodka. This delicious beverage is made with water from Lake Fort Smith, and corn from Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma....Blake's home state!

Kenny Chesney is known not only for hit long list of hit songs but also for his Blue Chair Bay rum which is named after the song "Old Blue Chair"! There is a flavor for everyone, from spiced rum, coconut, to banana, to key lime pie, Blue Chair Bay has it all!

Calling all tequila fans! Codigo is considered to be one of the premiere tequila's out there and a fan favorite of many Country artists!

For all you wine drinks out there, Miranda Lambert has you covered with a variety of wines from her Red 55 Winery. Whether you are in the mood for a crisp Pinot Grigio or a smooth Merlot, there is something for everyone.

BK and Tyler have something that will definitely warm you up, it's their Old Camp Whiskey.  This easy drinking whiskey was created by Florida Georgia Line and is as smooth as their sound!

Need a good beer or hard seltzer recommendation?  Well, Luke Bryan has one for you and it's called Two Lane.   We can totally see Luke crushing one of these on stage this summer!

This bourbon with a sweet and smooth profile was born out on the road when Jason was touring with FGL.   Jason is known for some pretty amazing collaborations, and this time he partnered to create a Wolf Moon, a bourbon with a sweet and smooth profile.

One of the newest country stars to dabble in the wonderful world of wine is Parker McCollum.  In 2021, he released his "To Be Loved By You" Cabernet Sauvignon and most recently a Sauvignon Blanc by the same name.  Cheers!

Dos Primos is Spanish for "Two Cousins" and the name of Thomas Rhett's premium tequila which he created with his cousin Jeff Worn.  Perfect for straight sipping to a tasty margarita.

Toby has said that he has always been fascinated with Mexico and the drink and the drink Mezcal, which is something that runs throughout a lot of Toby's songs.  So, it only makes sense that he would create Wild Shot, which is made from the green agave and contains the infamous worm in the bottle!

Mexico is a theme that runs through many of Toby's songs and the drink Mezcal has been a favorite of Toby's for years, so it only makes sense

Can you hear the lyrics of Little Big Town's Wine, Beer, and Whiskey in your head?!  Now put an emphasize on the wine, because LBT sure does with their Four Cellars wine.

With all the songs out there about whiskey, who knew that there would be so many tequila options from our country stars.  Next up to have a tasty tequila are the fellas from Midland with their Insolito Tequila.  Bottoms up!

Whose ready to get their shine on?! Well, Cole Swindell has got you covered! Check out Sugarlands Shine cole Swindell's Peppermint Moonshine. It will be sure to warm you right up!

The Chief partnered with Jack Daniel's Whiskey to release A Special Edition Eric Church Single Barrel.   This 94 proof whiskey is sure to be the perfect whiskey to raise a glass with friends, family, or live on stage in front of tens of thousands of fans!

Zac Brown knows that with good food, comes good wine!  And with Z. Alexander Brown Uncaged wines you will always be pouring a big glass of cheer!

Like we said earlier, country stars like to sing about and drink their whiskey and Darius Rucker is exception.   Backstage Southern Whiskey (the perfect name we think for a Darius Rucker Whiskey) was born from Darius' show ritual of raising a glass backstage with his crew, friends and guests to toast to a great night!

John Rich says that Redneck Riviera's ingredients are all-American and with notes of honey, vanilla, butterscotch and caramel, it sounds like it to us!

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