All states›Bottle Shops›Minnesota›Rochester

Bottle Shops in Rochester, MN

3 of the 13 wineries, breweries, distilleries and wine bars we list in Rochester are bottle shops.

Selection varies widely between dedicated craft beer cellars, wine merchants and spirits shops. While a map pin shows the location, it will not tell you if a shop focuses on rare local releases, imports or a deep bourbon shelf. Checking a store's focus beforehand helps ensure they carry the specific region or style you want.

  1. Apollo Liquor

    2477 Clare Ln NE Ste 100, Rochester, MN 55906

    Food served
    Call Website Directions

  2. Woody's Liquor CLOSED. Thank you for your patronage!

    316 Elton Hills Dr NW, Rochester, MN 55901

    Call Website Directions

  3. Barrel House Liquors

    545 16th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901

    Call Directions
Check rotation schedules. Many specialty shops receive limited-distribution cans and wines on specific days of the week, so calling ahead is the best way to hold hard-to-find releases.

Also in Rochester

More in Rochester and Minnesota

Bottle Shops near Rochester

Good to know

What is the difference between a bottle shop and a standard liquor store?

Bottle shops typically specialize in curated selections of craft beer, boutique wines, or small-batch spirits rather than high-volume commercial brands. Many also offer mix-and-match single cans, draft pours on-site, or specialized homebrewing equipment that general package stores do not stock.

Can I drink beer or wine at the shop?

It depends on local licensing and the store's setup. Some bottle shops double as tasting rooms with draft taps and seating, while others operate strictly for retail package sales to take home.