I called with a simple question. I am visiting the area from out of State and would like to know the three most popular IPA beer brands sold at this particular Beer World. The answer I received from the guy whom answered the phone was " We have a lot of beer here. Just come in and we will guide you". Why can't you answer a simple question? read more

Who knew Ulster County would have beers from around the world AND the best selection of non-alcoholic beers EVER?! YASS! Since Covid, can't drink alcohol :( There's a redemption center for the mandatory 5 cent deposits. They even have hard-to-find Norwegian Nøgne! And there have 30+ choices of keg beer. Also fill your own growler choices. read more

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Amazing selection of beers. Great customer service. I read a complaint about them selling beer way after the sell by date. That's an easy fix. Check the date before you buy it. It's a problem I had today. I didn't even think to look. When I got home I noticed it was pretty old. I called, explained, asked if I could come in and switch it for something fresh and they said sure. read more

I have to write an update on Beer World after yesterday's visit (See my original 5-star below). My wife and I visited Beer World on 12/28/17 and while the beer selection is still beyond comparison, the service yesterday was lacking. Every other time we've been here, or sent people here because we liked the place so much, the people working there pretty much fell over themselves to assist. These folks have always been amazingly helpful and knowledgeable, but yesterday we got no assistance. Weren't even greeted when we walked in the door. I get that it was early and it was a random Thursday, but we stood by the tester/growler area and the create your own areas while one guy was restocking and he never asked if we needed help...in fact he pretty much ignored us completely. The other guy walking around doing inventory did the same thing...walked past me four times with his clipboard and never once asked if I needed help. My wife and I have purchased a LOT of beer here over the past few years and we wait to come here until we visit relatives (we live in Jersey) so we were very disappointed in yesterday's visit...even though we DID spend over $100 again. AllI can say is that if this were my FIRST visit here I might not come back based on the lack of assistance, because the place CAN be overwhelming for someone who doesn't know their beer... Hope the next time is better... Original Review I'm writing this review for my wife who recently had the greatest beer shopping experience ever at Beer World. She was looking for a single bottle of beer for me (Keegan ' Bourboun Mother's Milk), but they were sold out. The guys were SO helpful that she ended up walking out with $110 in beer. Found my favorite beer that we can't get at home (Dixie Blackened Voodoo Lager), Caribe, Sam's Winter Ale, some Cooperstown microbrews and Bourbon Street Imperial Stout. What a haul. And seriousky, she says she's never been in a store where the people were as helpful and knowledgeable. Can't wait to go back. read more

I am writing this review to offset the malicious and inaccurate post I read about Beer World. I have lived in the area for over five years and have shopped there numerous times. The manager and staff could not be more helpful and knowledgeable about the hundreds and hundreds different products. They have always been polite and professional and I have never witnessed anything like the behavior this person alleges. He/She obviously has an ax to grind and Yelp should take down that post. read more

It's like a beer museum. They have international beer as well. Prices are reasonable and they have good deals on cans of beer read more

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Simply amazing selection. Helpful staff. Very knowledgeable. From out if state, seen plenty of beer shops but none as extensive as this. Thanks. read more

I am updating my review (8/10/14) of Beer World in Kingston because they now are providing restrooms for those of us who travel far to patronize this fantastic beer superstore! This store has the most remarkable selection of beers, from every corner of the earth. I'm a real beer snob and it's the best I have ever seen. I recently traveled to Belgium for the purpose of tasting BEER. I told my wife I was taking her for Belgium chocolates, but shhh... please don't throw me under the bus here. I indulged in many brewed delights. Even my wife, who is a wine drinker, enjoyed Kriek and other flavors that were available. After we got back we went to Beer World and they had almost every Belgium beer I had had on my trip! The same with Czech, German, French beers, etc. You name the country and Beer World has it well covered. They also have all the micro brews and craft beers you can think of. Great specials too. And now that there is a restroom available I may even try their growler tap-tasting without concern. So to all you beer snobs and others: Go to Beer World and go crazy! Fill up your car trunks and drive away with a great stash of brews! Prost! read more

Earlier this year, I made the mistake of falling deeply in love with an Icelandic beer. The brewery, Einstok, is located in a fairly remote part of the country and serves as one of the most served brews throughout the island. Truthfully, I never thought that I would have the opportunity to drink it again after returning to the States. But then I discovered Beer World. Beer World is the ultimate destination for serious connoisseurs, beginners, brewers, and everyone in between. This store is massive and the selection can only be described as staggering. Beer World is well organized with clear divisions between domestic bottles, imports, affordable brews, and new releases. The shop's selection of New York State beer was super impressive, with beers originating from all corners of the state. I spent a full hour browsing the shelves and making note of what I still need to try (there is a lot). Just when I thought my tour had concluded, a set of automatic doors opened and revealed an enormous "Beer Cave," which was loaded with even more bottles and cans. There is also a section of the store for brewers, with a small cooler of different yeast strains, hops, and other brewing ingredients. I found the staff to be knowledgeable, approachable, and very helpful. When I asked about the Icelandic beer, the staff person replied, "Oh, you mean Einstok? That's right over here." I couldn't believe it. Not only did they have my coveted Icelandic beer, but three varieties of it. My experience at Beer World was nothing short of perfect. read more

Holy Beer, Batman! I usually stop in Kingston to stock up on provisions before heading to my place in the Catskills. I recently discovered Beer World and its a HUGE step up from the selection at the other non-specialty stores nearby. Choose your own adventure! Will you... A) Hit up the build-your-own-six-pack wall to mix up a sampler of your own. B) Fill 'er up at one of the many taps available at the growler station. C) Browse the huge selection of 6 and 12-packs of craft beers from all over the country (and world). D) Punk out and buy a 12'er of Bud Light. Any way you go you can't go wrong... (unless you choose option D). read more

This store has a wonderful selection of beer. However it is very poorly run. They are constantly understaffed, the workers all seem miserable, because they are all over worked, working 60 or more hrs a week. I see the same 5 employees every time I go. I recently stopped in to buy a 6 pk, and couldn't breath. They were burning incense to cover something up. The air was thick and pungent. I exited the store without making a purchase. read more

Honestly, forget about Half Time and come to Beer World! All the beers you can imagine, conveniently organized, and friendly, knowledgeable staff. A great perk is that they let you sample all of the greatest beers they have on tap and don't give you a tough time. They also have a "make your own six-pack" for only $11.99. The selection is limited for the $11.99 "make your own six-pack," but you can't go wrong for that price. read more

What can I say? This place is beer heaven! Taps, imports, specialty beers, and run of the mill beers...Beer World seriously has everything. I live over the bridge in the Red Hook area and will make a special trip to Kingston just to visit this store and EVERY time I go in I leave smiling. The staff is super friendly, knowledgeable, and easy-going. There is a no pressure atmosphere here, with the staff just genuinely excited about craft beers and easily available to help navigate you through their MASSIVE selection so you don't get overwhelmed. I realize I sound like I'm fawning all over this place and, yeah, I am. GO HERE NOW. I can't recommend it enough. read more

The selection of beer is AMAZING. However, there is beer that is well beyond its shelf life. There's a Great Lakes Christmas Ale that is still being sold (4/14) even though the "best by date" on the bottle/box was in early February... :/ I have to wonder how many other beers sold here are in a similar state. read more

Tor was extremely helpful in working through our large wedding order of Kegs, loose beers, ice and water. There was a minor hiccup in delivery, but we got it taken care of! Great selection and good service, thanks guys! read more

Mu husband and I used Kingston Beer World for our wedding, and we were beyond floored with this place! We went a few months before the wedding to pick out what drinks we wanted, and Tor helped us with everything. Even up to our wedding day, Tor was there to answer all of our questions and he was SO easy to work with. Guests loved our beer choices, and we couldn't think of going anywhere else other than Beer World for our wedding! read more

Beer World is probably the coolest store on this planet for Beer and Tobacco/Cigars and Lottery... Friendly and knowledgeable staff offering the best deals and with amazing service... Parties get catered with beer and more beer and ice and everything else!! I was amazed how well I was treated and was helped to my car and thanked for my business.. Customer Appreciation is the standard here and at all the stores I shopped... Want to be a lifetime member of the Beer World Club!!! read more

This is the largest beer store I've ever been to! The selection is huge including beer by country! They have an impressive gluten free and local beer selection. You can make your own 6-pack and they have drafts to fill growlers. Don't miss the huge walk in beer refrigerator in the back. That in and of itself is the size of competing beer stores. read more

I've actually been here more than once with my husband. It's quite sizable. There is an area for samples with a knowledgeable person running it. They have singles and packs. The create your own 6 pack is hubby's fav reason to go. Prices are in line with such a place and the variety is there to make it continually worth hunting around. read more

We used Beer World as a supplier for our wedding in the Catskills. Branden at Beer World was extremely helpful and assisted in selecting the flavor profile for the event. They delivered the beer at the time it was scheduled and offered to drive the long hike back if we needed more. I had a lot of pots on the burner during the wedding planning stages but I never once had to worry about Beer World! Thanks Branden your amazing!!! read more

My husband went here for a keg for our wedding, since he is foreign he did not have proper ID- the guys realized the urgency and saved the day. They made custom tap stickers and were so kind and accomodating. Truly the best place to go for stocking up a party, awesome service!! read more

Nothing compares to Beer World in terms of selection. I've been to many first rate liquor stores, but this place is really in a class of its own. Super nice layout, so that even though you're browsing the virtual beer menu of the world, it never has that seedy warehouse feel. Very fair prices, especially considering that you need to turn lots of beer to be profitable when carrying this unbelievable selection. AND, it's right next to a Chipotle Mexican Grill - big favorite of mine (burrito, no rice, black and pinto, chicken, guacamole, cheese, lettuce - BAM!). Best wishes to Beer World! read more

I'm not a drinker and this was my first visit. I am making a beer gift basket for someone and I was able to walk in and mix and match beers to create 2 of my own fun unique 6 packs of different beers for $11.99 each. There is a HUGE selection and can probably find any beer you can imagine. read more

A most phenomenal temple of beer. Here you can find beers that you can't even find down in NYC. Prices are always reasonable, staff is always more than helpful and incredibly knowledgeable! I look forward to visiting here after a long day out on the slopes read more

We are boutique off premise catering company and have been using Beer World as a go to for our clients. Branden has been great to deal with. He is so accommodating and professional. He has worked to fulfill their needs at every level... read more

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I came to this store last month to check out their selection, which I had heard was great. That part was true, but it was very expensive and a lot of the beer was old. Definitely beware of that. My main reason for this review, however, was the staff. From thr back of the store, I heard loud arguing from the front. From behind the shelves, I saw what appeared to be two hispanic staff members yelling at each other, cursing and carrying on, with one even accusing the other of being a drug addict! All this in front of several customers. I've never seen such appalling behavior in a place of business before in my life. It was so uncomfortable and awkward waiting around for them to stop so I could pay for my beer and get out of there. Needless to say, I won't be paying to cross the bridge again to buy my microbrews. read more

Stopped here about three months ago...did the "taste wall" and was impressed with the knowledge of "Brendan"...(my wife is spanish and i was shocked/pleased when he bought her into the conversation in her language. Spent ALOT of money that day, but here's the best..We walked in the other day and he called out our names as we entered the store!!!!! Not only remembered our names...but our beers!! I'm a lifelong customer..They hit the mark on customer service & selection. read more

So recently this past weekend I visited beer world for the first time!! It had a great selection and very clean environment like too clean which is always a plus, the only things were the service is very poor I walked around trying to locate the beers I like for about 25 min until I stumbled along them.. A older gentleman came up to me after I located them like where were you 25 min ago? Ha thought that was funny.. Than I started to look around and kept finding a lot of EXPIRED beer which freaked me out.. And the expired beer was not even discounted it was full price !!!! That was my experience at beer world and better believe I will not be going back I'll stick to halftime they always did well by me.. Keep up the good work halftime.. @halftime read more

I love the idea of Beer World and have bought beer there in the past. However I have gradually become annoyed then dissatisfied. Yes they have a great variety of beers. I wish they would consistently put prices on them, so when you are trying to decide ,you have an idea, especially when a 6 pack can cost 15 or 20 bucks. So that bugged me. Next I decide I can only buy beer that is priced. So I bring it up and it rings up wrong. Luckily I was on guard or I would have been overcharged. This happened several times and I let them know. By this point I'm not a fan anymore, but would still buy there if I need beer. So I walk in and see a big display of Harpoon at a great price and with a free glass. Sounds awesome. I get home, the beer tastes terrible. It's old and skunky. No wonder it was so cheap. The official boycott began that day. Maybe a year goes by and I'm in the neighborhood. I know they'll have an obscure beer I'm looking for so I hold my nose and head in. Yes! There it is. It's priced too! Not cheap, but I'm willing. I bring it up and guess what? It rings up correctly! Maybe they're not so bad. I head home crack one open and as I'm drinking it I look at the bottle. Best by three months ago! I paid $15 for 6 beers. I will continue to let people know my many bad experiences as a customer there. It's unfortunate. read more