I've been looking for a good spot to get craft beer in the Troy area for a while. I love a good…read morestout, but most places that sell beer don't have many stouts available. I decided to check out Troy Beverage Center, and fell in love. They have a very wide variety of different beers. I've gone back multiple times to try different ones, and I plan on keep going back! The only problem with this place is the lack of organization, making it very tough to find things if you have something particular in mind, and it's also very dusty, which makes me wonder how often they rotate beers out. Other than that, this is a great spot to pick up some specialty stouts, IPAs, or whatever you might be looking for if you're in the Troy area!

Guys, this place is like beer heaven. Actually it IS beer heaven, nestled in the oddest spot that…read moreyou would could picture heaven to be nestled. Lots of stuff for the avid beer fan or the "I need a case of beer quick BROTHER!"-guy. Lots of the craft stuff is in the fridge too, which is awesome because then you can drink it like, right away. Growler taps are now open (they said they've been up and running for a week so far). They cool the growler containers for you before they fill them up because they are sweet people just trying to get you a decent frosty buzz going. Lots and lots of choice of beer and something else I really appreciated, MIXERS. Lots of tonic and seltzer flavors to keep you satisfied. I think I even peeped a Cucumber Melon flavor. Go here, get your beer, drink your beer and come back again. At least, that's what I'm planning on doing.

A very pleasant find. A small store in a strip mall in Newtonville, conveniently down the road…read morefrom the Fresh Market. During my short visit I was approached by three sales people, two very friendly, welcoming, and anxious to answer any questions. I was primarily interested in French and Northwestern wines. Not a huge selection but some very interesting and fine selections, several of which I haven't seen elsewhere in the Capital Region. I walked out with seven bottles. While I didn't expect this, I received a half case discount. Not inexpensive, but seemed quite fair for the area. I am looking forward to a return visit.

I have never been so disgusted and disappointed in a business..I used to be a rewards member with…read morethis store and now I refused to come back ..I came in the store to purchase some champagne I pick up a bottle that probably value $80 and decided to go with something cheaper so I put it back down but apparently I didn't not put it in the right placing .I purchased my item and left ..several hours later I receive a voicemail from the cashier stating " you were looking at some champagne and now we can't find it we need you to bring it back now " .They were insinuating that I had stole the bottle without even doing a clean sweep of the place and was being demanded that I bring back a stolen item I never took ..when I called them I politely but sternly told them that I did not steal the bottle and they needed to look before assuming I took something, I mean at least look at the camera before calling someone and labeling them a theft . After that I wrote the owners an email and I never heard from them .Not an apology was issue not even a reply .I can't help but to think This was somewhat racially profiled but I can't make that judgement only god can I just know I will never set foot in that establishment again .

Very good place and staff are very polite and helpful Better to go during the week if ur recycling…read moreless of a wait.

Can't go wrong with this place when looking for great beer selections. Unfortunately, the theme…read morefor all my NY recent posts is high prices. $40 for a 12 pack is highway robbery and not really the sellers fault. I was happy to find this special Ale I could not find in other stores. Even with the high price was worth it.

They ship to Pennsylvania, and their selection are pricing are both good…read more I like that you can get free shipping on 12 bottles and that the package arrives in a few days. Their website is well organized and it's easy to find wines that I like.

I live about forty five minutes away from this store so I cannot talk about the actual location but…read moreI use them online and I'll speak to that. They have probably the largest selection of wines I have seen on any website and their prices will usually beat every other location. I have looked into. For example a bottle of Chateau Ste Michelle Riesling is usually $10-13 a bottle. They have it for under $9. I ordered a case which was delivered two days later for like $12 which is still cheaper. Some more expensive wines might actually give you free shipping. Going back to the case I ordered. I realized three days later that sent me the "sweet" Riesling. Which is too sweet for me. I called they check my order and switched it out the next day GREAT customer service. I will be using them a lot more often since it is so convenient and just talking to them feels like they really care. One day I'm make the trip there ( when I have about $500 to spend ) to make it worth while.

RECOMMENDED Given…read morethat I come from a family of non-drinkers, Bob De Meo's has been a mandatory stop for at least ten years when I visit my family in Troy, most recently on Labor Day Friday (9/2). Bob's is in a very small strip shopping area. Parking has never been a problem. The store is properly lit. Mr. De Meo and his staff have been invariably polite and helpful, always greeting me and immediately asking me whether I needed assistance when I walked in. Knowiing the store I have usually declined.The small store is extremely well organized and easy to navigate, with wines separated by color and variety. I have always been able to score a decent sub-$10.00 .75 ml. Red to drink with my meals, usually a Pinot Noir. I will continue to regularly visit Bob De Meo's when I visit Troy.

Shelves have been empty for months. Now the owners want to blame Road construction. I have gone…read moreelsewhere. Too much drama. Always runs to the media.

Ran in here for a last minute wine gift....nice and clean. I think the selection was good, but I…read morereally don't drink. There seemed to be a lot of options. The customer service was friendly and helpful when we were trying to find wine. Parking was a little sketchy.

In an effort to try and patronize local businesses (combined with the desire to stop going to…read moreLatham or Clifton Park - neither location is a pleasant experience). I'm glad I did. Great selection, got my whiskey (note my favorite has not been in stock at All Star the last two times I've gone there) at a reasonable price. Will definitely be going back.

Best beverage store in the area!…read more Alright, perhaps I'm a bit biased because this store is such a short driving/ walking distance from my house and perhaps frequented by yours truly far too often BUT I'm here to tell you that you won't find a better combination of selection, prices and unique charm than Latham beverage! Sure the place is run by a bunch of Siena kids that who obviously throwback cheap light beers instead of the IPAs they claim to have knowledge of ...but they are always friendly and always suggest expensive beers for me to purchase. "$20 for a 12oz bourbon aged stout? I dunno".. "It's dope dude! So good".. "Hmm..ya sold me ok!". Are there times I come in here and there is literally no staff to be seen? Yes, all the time but they have a wonderful selection of craft beer which rotates regularly and often there are great deals on out of season beer! I'll also freely admit that the manager seems to be drunk most of the time perhaps from sipping off the growler filling station in the back but I believe product sampling ensures that kind of in depth firsthand knowledge that you just can't get anywhere else! In fact, well... it's pretty obvious most of the staff is sampling the product in back. But clearly the manager here has taken a synergistic leadership approach and gotten the whole team involved. Don't forget your work environment isn't just a building, it's a culture! Driving by you might notice some seemingly convincing signs reading - "We want your empty bottles and cans" but in truth I think that by "want" they only mean the obligation by NY law to accept them. Returning bottles here means you'll need to count and categorize everything you are returning before organizing them neatly into separate bags and boxes. One does not simply drop off a bag of bottles and expect to receive cash; one must first separate glass bottles from plastics and cans, and then sub-categorize those glass bottles into separate colors, before ultimately counting the total number that one is returning... or so I was advised numerous times by the friendly (oft-inebriated) guy who accepts the empty bottles in the back. Yes, I've ultimately decided that for the time it takes me to organize all of my empty bottles it's not worth 7-10 dollars I get back on the return. Don't forget time is money, and time is also drinking time for the staff who works here. Also, I would be remiss if I did not mention the attached wine and liquor store. It's dark and dusty sure, often bottles of wine seemed to be stocked without any sort of methodology or system but they carry enough of the staples to get you through a dinner party pinch and some eagle eyed shoppers might notice some mispriced items from time to time. It's alright though, if you do notice something mispriced the kid checking you out will likely be too high to notice. In truth, the wine store which, is staffed by the same employees as the beverage center attached purely serves as an outlet for Siena college students to buy large quantities cheap booze in plastic containers. I can't hate, I mean who doesn't like a good jungle juice from time to time? What I've written might seem like an over exaggeration perhaps an embellishment on the facts but it's not, I freely admit Latham Beverage is just too good to be true. Four stars.

I came here to see if they had a variety of seltzer waters that I might not find at the big…read moresupermarket chains. While inside, I discovered a mess. Maybe I came on a bad day, but there were boxes everywhere and it looked disheveled. If they had a organization system I didn't quite catch it. I found ciders here and there in the store, not grouped together. Since I am not a beer connoisseur, I couldn't say if their selection was good or even organized. I have been to other beverage centers in the area so I know what is "normal" and what is "a hurricane just went through here." I saw a lot of cool ciders and picked some up, as well as a case of sparkling water. There was a half-full (or half-empty?) cup of beer on one shelf, which I assume was leftover from a tasting event they ran two days ago. I saw one employee several times walking around and stocking. He never said a word to me when I came in, never asked if I needed help, or didn't thank me for stopping by. His only word was "yup" when I preemptively set out my ID. Maybe I came on a bad day, or maybe it is normal for this place. I dunno, but there are better options that I enjoy more so I doubt I will be back.

Sure, those warehouse wine and liquor stores have great prices, but all of them combined don't have…read moreanywhere near the knowledge of G&G's small staff. Isn't it worth a few pennies to get something exceptional? Ever hear of Angel's Envy? Staff knows that I like new and different things so when it was noticed I was buying a small batch rye, Angel's Envy came up. I eventually bought a bottle and couldn't be happier. And if you like single malt whisky, you won't be able to find a wider selection in one store, except maybe a place or two in Scotland. I also like to go in and ask for a wine recommendation. I might think I know what I want, but they are always able to steer me to a bottle in the right price range that pairs perfectly with how I plan to drink it and is usually something I wasn't thinking of or knew was available.

The store changed hands some time ago. The new owners don't seem to be present. The staff member…read morethey have there doesn't know anything about anything. The prices are higher on the same items they haven't sold through from the previous owners. Just after the store changed hands, I ordered some bottles online. When I got to the store, the price was higher. They honored it and then took the item down from the website. It's now just a generic liquor store that sells some decent things at an elevated price. Don't expect any help close to what you'd get from the former crew.

This store has great prices plus gives you a 10% discount wine coupon from our local Market 32…read moreplus they have a inhouse club for more money off after the purchase of so many applicable bottles purchased . The best part when u walk in you are greeted with a friendly face and they are so helpful. They always carry out and are so nice and friendly making you feel great. Consistent great customer service !

It's a good liquor store but recently the ownership has changed and they got rid of the 10%…read morediscount. I know it's not a huge savings but at least it was a nice discount for someone who goes their alot