NY liquor stores prepare for battle with supermarkets over non-alcoholic booze

New York wine and liquor stores, struggling with declining sales post-pandemic, may soon be able to sell non-alcoholic beverages if legislation introduced by state Sen. Michelle Hinchey passes. This move, aimed at boosting local businesses, faces opposition from grocery stores which currently dominate the non-alcoholic market. The bill reflects a growing trend as non-alcoholic drink sales surged by 34% last year, contrasting with the flat growth in alcoholic beverages.