Wood County Alcohol Sales

Top Performers in September 2025

Leading the pack for September, the Red Rooster Icehouse on N Beaulah St dominated beer sales with total receipts hitting $54,629, entirely from beer. It seems like their beer selection or perhaps a popular event drove these impressive numbers.

Close behind, Neon Moon on W State Highway 154 showed a balanced approach with a mix of liquor and beer sales, totaling $46,667. Their liquor sales were substantial at $21,289, indicating a strong preference among patrons for cocktails or spirits.

Interestingly, Peraltas Authentic Mexican Restaurant Inc and Bass Capital Tavern both reported identical total receipts of $44,776, but without any liquor, wine, or beer sales recorded, suggesting the data might be incomplete or categorized differently.

Notable Trends and Insights

The Mineola Country Club, Inc. and The Barrel House Bar & Grill both saw significant liquor sales, contributing to their positions in the top five. Mineola Country Club's liquor sales reached $19,810, while The Barrel House topped it slightly with $18,947, indicating strong evening or event-driven patronage.

Meanwhile, establishments like The Links at Land's End and Updown Catering LLC also performed well with a more balanced distribution across liquor, wine, and beer. Their diverse offerings seem to cater effectively to varied customer preferences.

Smaller Establishments Making a Mark

Among the smaller venues, Logan's Place and Holly Lake 19th Hole stood out with healthy liquor sales relative to their total receipts, showing that a focused selection can still drive substantial revenue even in smaller operations.

Finally, Pyke's Crossroads Restaurant and Ironhorse Private Club represent the lower end of the sales spectrum but still manage to maintain niche markets with specific offerings, primarily in liquor sales.

Top Performing Zip Codes

When we break down the numbers, Zip Code 75497 leads the pack with sales hitting $121,328 across four establishments. This area shows a pretty balanced mix with beer leading at 33%, followed closely by liquor at 29%. Zip Code 75494 isn't far behind, clocking in at $112,965 from five establishments, where liquor takes the largest slice of the pie at 36%.

Variety in Alcohol Preferences

Zip Code 75773 stands out with a strong preference for liquor, which makes up a whopping 59% of sales. Meanwhile, Zip Code 75765 shows an overwhelming preference for beer, dominating sales at 95%. This suggests that local consumer tastes can vary significantly even within the same region.

Opportunities for New Establishments

With only one establishment and total sales of $8,188, Zip Code 75410 could be an opportunity waiting to be tapped. Despite its low sales, its liquor sales percentage is quite high at 76%, indicating a strong preference that could be better served with more outlets. Similarly, Zip Code 75783, with just one establishment, shows a balanced mix of alcohol preferences, which might support additional businesses.

Interesting Patterns

Overall, the data reveals that while liquor is a strong performer in most areas, Zip Code 75765’s beer dominance is a unique outlier. Additionally, the low percentage of wine sales across all zip codes suggests a potential market gap for wine-focused establishments. This could be an area worth exploring for businesses looking to diversify or specialize in specific alcohol offerings.

Overall Trends in Alcohol Sales

Over the past year, alcohol sales in Wood have shown a dynamic pattern with notable fluctuations. The most recent data from September 2025 indicates the highest sales, reaching $435,103, which represents a significant 15.01% increase compared to the previous month. This spike could be attributed to the increase in the number of establishments, which rose by 15.79% during the same period.

Monthly Variations and Patterns

Throughout the year, the data reveals some interesting seasonal trends. For instance, sales in the summer months like June and July saw some declines, possibly due to seasonal travel affecting local buying habits. On the contrary, there was a marked increase in sales in March and May, with March seeing a significant boost in liquor and wine sales, suggesting a possible correlation with events or festivities during this time.

Changes in Sales Mix

The composition of alcohol sales has also varied, with beer consistently holding the largest share of the market. September 2025 saw beer sales at $175,148, making up a substantial portion of the total. Liquor sales, while fluctuating, have also remained strong, peaking in March 2025 at $193,855. Wine, on the other hand, has seen a gradual decline since its peak of $24,936 in November 2024, potentially indicating a shift in consumer preferences or pricing adjustments.

Market Implications

These trends provide valuable insights for businesses in the alcohol industry. The increase in total establishments suggests a growing market and competition, highlighting the importance of strategic positioning and marketing. Additionally, understanding seasonal sales patterns can help businesses better align their inventory and promotional efforts. The steady demand for beer and liquor points to stable consumer preferences, while the decline in wine sales might suggest opportunities for targeted marketing to rejuvenate interest in this segment.