Favorite little neighborhood wine store. Can't believe their rating isn't a solid 5-stars across…read morethe board. Staff is knowledgeable, friendly, FUNNY and they remember you/your selections/your preferred wines. Nice little rewards program too, so every now and then you get $5 bucks off. They also now deliver which makes it almost too convenient :) and their tastings are fun. Great small business to support.

I don't really consider myself a "wine guy" (in the sense that I really enjoy wine, but I'm by no…read moremeans an expert or even amateur oenophile - my idea of "laying down" a bottle is saving it for next week) but after visiting a few wine stores in New York, having lived in California for a decade in a county with a dozen vineyards in close driving distance, Trader Joe's, and very wine-oriented restaurants, I am starting to think I may have to reassess that, relatively. Consider that a disclaimer that I suspect your mileage may vary with this particular store. This store has a small collection that gravitates to the $15 bottle of wine, if I may, which could be nice in and of itself. That's the right range for a quick bottle to go with dinner, but this being New York, you can't get wine in the grocery stores, so you have to remember to make a special trip. Unless you're shopping at the Co-op next door, I don't think this has quite enough of a selection or incredible bargains to make it a "destination" wine store. The California stock is heavy on the usual suspects from Napa and Sonoma counties; they had very few from the less well-known but significantly better Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara counties, and the staffer who was helping me didn't seem very aware about those vineyards. There were not a lot of South American or Aussie choices, which IMHO have produced some of the tastiest "bargain" wines in the $10-$20 range in recent years. The French selections are heavy on heritage vineyards, and in terms of value or specialness, I wasn't really sent by what was there. The Italians I thought were a poor lot. The grape selection is also very conservative - heavy on the merlots and chiantis and chardonnays, fewer choices in the cab francs and montepulcianos and pinot gris, if I can use that as a short hand for where I'm coming from in terms of taste. They had some decent syrahs, but nothing in what I'd call "full throat" labels. I obviously haven't tried every bottle in the joint, so take it fwiw this is just based on the selections I've had before. I will say of the half dozen bottles I took home, letting the staffer make suggestions, we haven't really had more than one bottle that seemed like it was a good wine at the price point. I give the store plenty of karmic credit, though, for having staff eager to help and coming out from behind the counter to try to answer my questions, and for that reason I'll come back a few more times while I comparison shop the weird world of New York wine sales and see if I can get into the "top shelves" here, as it were. I didn't look at the liquor in too much detail, as we don't drink a lot, but it seemed like a fairly thin selection. We have a couple of weirdo liquers (the two kinds of chartreuse) we drink on special occasions, that they didnt have, and the single malt scots whiskey selection was unremarkable. It's a local store, I appreciated their efforts, so as I said it's worth giving an extra shot to. Wine shopping is unusually an individual thing so the three-star rating is purely personal.

The service there is incredible. Staff always ready to help. Great selection. Just because ShopRite…read moreclosed, don't stop going there. If you shop at Price Chopper now because of the closing stop here instead of Parkway. Parkway may be more convenient but very rude staff.

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We went in here for some top shelf tequila. It's very clean and organized inside which makes it…read moreeasy to find what you are looking for. The tequila is located behind the register just in case you don't see it out on the floor. Feeling lucky? Plenty of scratch offs for sale as well. Prices are reasonable with friendly service.

From the owner: Discover unbeatable variety and value this holiday season at Rotterdam Wine & Liquor, your locally…read moreowned neighborhood favorite in the Schenectady area. From hard-to-find bourbons, top-shelf tequilas, smooth vodkas, rich cognacs, refreshing ready-to-drink cocktails, and an exceptional selection of wines, we’ve got something for every taste and every celebration. Enjoy competitive, lower prices without sacrificing quality, and shop local with a team that truly cares. Make your holidays brighter—stop by Rotterdam Wine & Liquor today!

Every IPA I've gotten from there has been skunked. The walk-in cooler is basically room…read moretemperature. They clearly don't take care of their craft beers the way they should. Please save your money and go somewhere else.

Good people and reasonable prices. Plenty of parking. Lots of business around this beer store…read moreincluding food and liquor store. Proud to support this small business.

People are very helpful providing assistance and knowledge. Good prices. Clean shop. Easy parking.read more

We stopped in a Saturday to see if they had opened yet. The location is close to our neighborhood…read more It's also next to Stewart's. The owner, Bruce was very friendly. They are still getting set up and anticipate a more public opening soon. It's so nice to have a liquor site so close without having to fight Clifton Park traffic.

Scotia Wine & Spirits moved to a fresh location in 2018 - a total upgrade in space and display…read morearea. [do you remember in the old building when you felt like you were going to knock over wine on days you were wearing a puffy winter coat? just me?] The prices remain reasonable and the selection is steady, with seasonal offerings and new special flavors when it comes to liquor and a heck-of-a-lot of vino to choose from for a store in a small village like Sco-town. The staff is always happy to help with recommendations, which has especially come in handy for gift giving to those who prefer things I dispise. Gin, I'm looking at you. We, along with so many of our neighbors if you ask our recycling bins, are so grateful this spot remained flexible and open during all the regulations in 2020.

Place looks great, lots of wine to chose from, good prices, good location, clean, locally owned.read more

Holiday Liquors offers the best possible advantages of an owner operated local business: friendly,…read morehonest service, quality wines and liquor, great prices, and best of all, frank and wonderful recommendations from the proprietor himself--and that I find is so often a necessary service for most of us non-connoisseurs. He is passionate about helping his customers save money, and frequently steers you away from over-priced famous brands in favor of better tasting, lesser known offerings. He almost always takes a dollar or two off every bottle for his regular customers. The only drawback here (and the reason I rate it a 4 rather than 5) is that the small size of the store limits the quantity of merchandise, and occasionally one cannot find a specific product. However, the proprietor cheerfully makes special orders without any hesitation--I really liked a French Bordeaux wine I tried in a restaurant, asked about it, and he immediately ordered me a case, gave me a discounted price, and started selling this wine as part of his regular offerings. This is a great little liquor store, and my wife and I have gone back there for more than a decade. Strongly recommended.

From the owner: At Holiday Wine & Liquors, we believe that every bottle has a story, and we’re here to help you…read morediscover them all! Located in the heart of our vibrant community, our liquor store is more than just a place to buy drinks; it’s a haven for enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, we aim to create a unique shopping experience that celebrates the art of fine beverages. Every bottle is an invitation to celebrate life’s moments, big and small. We can’t wait to welcome you and help you find your next favorite pour. Cheers to new adventures in taste!

I really love this place. It's small, family run, nice selection, good prices and easy to get to…read moreif you are in Schenectady and need to drink. Having grown up in Schenectady I can tell you that yes, you may need to drink while you are there. I'm keeping a star back because Im not totally clear on the parking. There usually is parking outside but the lot is not clear.