White wine substitute: what to use instead

Use an equal amount of white grape juice or apple juice in place of white wine. Because juice is sweeter, taste and adjust seasoning.

Ratios from university extension services and King Arthur Baking. Checked October 12, 2026.

White wine substitutes, best first

1. For Any amount white wineSame amount white grape juiceBest for: sauces, risotto, seafood

   Nebraska, UC.

2. For Any amount white wineSame amount apple juiceBest for: pan sauces, braises

   Nebraska, UC; adds apple flavor.

Why the swaps work

White wine brings acidity and light fruit; juices add the fruit and some acid but more sweetness.

Questions people ask

Sources

• Ingredient Substitutions (Nebraska Extension, UNL)
• Ingredient Substitution (UC Cooperative Extension, UC ANR)