This list includes 48 Groceries that start with A, from “Acai” to “Avocado oil”. Items span produce, pantry staples, dairy, condiments, snacks, and international ingredients common in supermarkets worldwide.

Groceries that start with A are grocery items whose names begin with the letter A. They range from staples like “apples” to regional favorites such as “achar” or “adobo”.

Below you’ll find the table with Item, Category, Usage, and Popular brands.

Item: Main grocery name listed alphabetically so you can quickly scan for a product you recognize or need.

Category: Type of item such as produce, dairy, or pantry, helping you find similar products or plan shopping by aisle.

Usage: Brief note on common uses or preparations in three to ten words to help with meal planning.

Popular brands: One to four well-known brand names that you may find at major retailers or online for comparison.

Groceries that start with A

Item Category Typical package size Popular brands Description
Acai Frozen 12 oz Sambazon, Trader Joe’s, Amafruits Frozen purée packs or bowls used in smoothies and bowls; tart, berry-like flavor.
Agar agar Pantry 2 oz NOW Foods, Anthony’s, Bob’s Red Mill Plant-based gelatin alternative for thickening jellies, custards, and vegan desserts.
Aioli Condiment 8 oz Hellmann’s, Trader Joe’s, Sir Kensington’s Garlic-forward mayonnaise-style sauce used as a dip, sandwich spread, or condiment.
Ahi tuna Meat per lb Ocean Beauty, Chicken of the Sea, local fishmongers Meaty tuna steaks or sushi-grade slices, often seared, grilled, or served raw as sashimi.
Ale Beverage 12 oz bottle Sierra Nevada, Newcastle, Samuel Adams Beer style with varying malt and hop profiles; available from craft brewers and large brands.
Almonds Pantry per lb, 8 oz Blue Diamond, Wonderful, Kirkland Crunchy tree nuts used for snacking, baking, milks, and butters; available raw, roasted, or salted.
Almond butter Pantry 12–16 oz Justin’s, MaraNatha, Barney Butter Creamy nut spread for toast, smoothies, and baking; comes smooth or crunchy.
Almond flour Pantry 8–16 oz Bob’s Red Mill, King Arthur, Anthony’s Finely ground blanched almonds used as a gluten-free or low-carb flour substitute.
Almond milk Beverage 32 oz, 1 L Almond Breeze, Silk, Califia Farms Plant-based milk alternative with a mild, slightly nutty flavor for cereal, coffee, and cooking.
Almond extract Pantry 2 oz Nielsen-Massey, McCormick, Watkins Concentrated flavoring used in baking to add a pronounced almond aroma.
Allspice Pantry 1.5 oz jar McCormick, Tone’s, Spice Islands Warm, clove-like spice used in baking, pickling, and Caribbean or Middle Eastern cuisine.
All-purpose flour Pantry 5 lb King Arthur, Gold Medal, Bob’s Red Mill Versatile wheat flour used for breads, cakes, cookies, and general baking and thickening.
Anchovy Canned 2 oz tin Ortiz, Cento, Roland Salt-cured small fish packed in oil; adds salty, umami depth to dressings, sauces, and pizzas.
Anchovy paste Condiment 2 oz tube Cento, Roland, Amore Concentrated mashed anchovies in a tube for quick seasoning in sauces, dressings, and spreads.
Antipasto Deli/Condiment 12 oz jar Mezzetta, Delallo, Trader Joe’s Jarred mix of marinated vegetables, olives, and cured meats used as a starter or sandwich topping.
Anise (star) Pantry 0.5–1 oz McCormick, Spice Islands Licorice-like spice used whole or ground in baking, confections, and savory recipes.
Apple Produce per lb Stemilt, Rainier Fruit, local growers Crisp fruit eaten fresh, baked, or cooked; varieties range from tart to very sweet.
Apple chips Snack 3–5 oz bag Bare, Crispy Green, Trader Joe’s Dried, thinly sliced apple snacks—lightly sweet, crunchy, and shelf-stable for lunchboxes or snacking.
Applesauce Canned 24 oz jar Mott’s, Musselman’s, Tree Top Cooked and pureed apples served as a snack, baking ingredient, or side for kids and adults.
Apple butter Condiment 12 oz jar Smucker’s, Musselman’s, Bick’s Slow-cooked, spiced apple spread for toast, biscuits, or as a glaze on meats.
Apple cider Beverage 64 oz Martinelli’s, local cider mills, Trader Joe’s Unfiltered apple juice, often seasonal and served hot or cold with sweet-tart flavor.
Apple cider vinegar Pantry 16 oz Bragg, Heinz, Spectrum Tangy vinegar from apples used in dressings, marinades, and various home remedies.
Apple juice Beverage 64 oz Mott’s, Tropicana, Tree Top Filtered or unfiltered juice from apples, sold for drinking or cooking.
Apple pie filling Canned 21 oz can Del Monte, Libby’s, Trader Joe’s Spiced apple slices in syrup used to fill pies, pastries, or as a dessert topping.
Apricot Produce per lb Sunsweet (dried), local growers, Mariani Sweet-tart stone fruit eaten fresh, baked, or preserved.
Apricot jam Condiment 12 oz jar Bonne Maman, Smucker’s, St. Dalfour Sweet fruit spread for toast, pastries, or glazing savory dishes.
Apricot (dried) Pantry 8 oz Sunsweet, Mariani, Trader Joe’s Chewy, shelf-stable dried fruit used in baking, snacking, and trail mixes.
Arborio rice Pantry 1 lb Riso Gallo, Lundberg, Carolina Short-grain, starchy rice that yields creamy risotto when slowly cooked.
Arrowroot powder Pantry 8 oz Bob’s Red Mill, Anthony’s, King Arthur Neutral-tasting gluten-free starch used to thicken sauces, gravies, and desserts.
Artichoke Produce per piece Ocean Mist, local growers Globe thistle-like vegetable steamed, grilled, or roasted; hearts are prized for texture and flavor.
Artichoke hearts Canned 12 oz jar Cento, Mezzetta, Reese Tender canned artichoke pieces used in salads, pastas, and dips.
Artichoke dip Refrigerated 8–12 oz Wholly, Tostitos, Trader Joe’s Creamy, cheesy spread often combined with spinach for chips, bread, or veggies.
Arugula Produce 5 oz bag Taylor Farms, Earthbound Farm, Organic Girl Peppery leafy green used in salads, pizzas, and sandwiches for bright flavor.
Asiago Dairy 8 oz BelGioioso, Kraft, Saputo Italian cheese with a nutty to sharp flavor, used for grating, sandwiches, and snacking.
Asparagus Produce per lb Dole, Fresh Express, local growers Tender green spears roasted, steamed, or grilled as a side or in salads.
Avocado Produce per piece Hass, Calavo, Mission Produce Creamy fruit used in salads, toasts, guacamole, and spreads.
Avocado oil Pantry 16 oz Chosen Foods, Pompeian, Nutiva Mild-flavored oil with a high smoke point for frying, roasting, and dressings.
Adzuki beans Pantry 16 oz Eden Foods, Bob’s Red Mill, Miko Small red beans commonly used in Asian desserts, stews, and sweet pastes.
Agave nectar Pantry 12 oz Madhava, Wholesome, Kirkland Sweet syrup from the agave plant used as a honey alternative in beverages and baking.
Alfredo sauce Pantry 15 oz jar Ragu, Bertolli, Classico Creamy Parmesan-based sauce for fettuccine and other pastas; jarred for convenience.
Amaretto Beverage 750 ml Disaronno, Lazzaroni, Hiram Walker Sweet almond-flavored liqueur used in cocktails and desserts.
Amaranth Pantry 12 oz Bob’s Red Mill, Arrowhead Mills Tiny ancient grain used as porridge, baking ingredient, or thickener with a mildly nutty taste.
Annatto Pantry 1 oz Badia, McCormick, Spice Islands Natural seed or powder used for reddish color and subtle earthy flavor in rice and cheeses.
Ancho chile Pantry 1–2 oz McCormick, Spice Islands, Pueblo Dried poblano pepper with mild heat and fruity, smoky flavor for mole and salsas.
Aloe vera juice Beverage 16–32 oz Lily of the Desert, Aloe Gloe, OKF Mild, slightly vegetal juice sold as a beverage or health supplement.
Animal crackers Snack 10 oz box Nabisco, Keebler, Stauffer’s Light, sweet biscuit snacks shaped like animals—popular with children and lunchboxes.
Ajvar Condiment 12–16 oz jar Podravka, Delallo, Homemade-style brands Roasted red pepper and eggplant spread used as a relish, dip, or sandwich topping.
Artificial sweetener Pantry 3.2–12 oz Splenda, Equal, Sweet’N Low Low- or no-calorie sweeteners sold in packets or powder for beverages and baking.

Descriptions

Acai
Agar agar
Aioli
Ahi tuna
Ale
Almonds
Almond butter
Almond flour
Almond milk
Almond extract
Allspice
All-purpose flour
Anchovy
Anchovy paste
Antipasto
Anise (star)
Apple
Apple chips
Applesauce
Apple butter
Apple cider
Apple cider vinegar
Apple juice
Apple pie filling
Apricot
Apricot jam
Apricot (dried)
Arborio rice
Arrowroot powder
Artichoke
Artichoke hearts
Artichoke dip
Arugula
Asiago
Asparagus
Avocado
Avocado oil
Adzuki beans
Agave nectar
Alfredo sauce
Amaretto
Amaranth
Annatto
Ancho chile
Aloe vera juice
Animal crackers
Ajvar
Artificial sweetener
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