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SIPS

4.9 (107 reviews)
Open 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated 1 week ago

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Arren C.

Loved coming here. In the front of the store theres a variety of theater candy boxes and non alcoholic drinks! As for the variety of alcohol, I think the images I provided speaks for themselves. The workers were really helpful and kind. This is right on Benicia first street, and though I've always gone to Benicia, I've always missed SIPS so I'm glad I decided to give it a go. Will definitely be coming back!!

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Liann A.

Liquor store located in Benicia that serves all varieties of alcohol and even tons of candy and items for parties that you can't find in regular liquor stores. They also have had a number of celebrities showcase their alcohol like 50 cent and Steph Curry! Located right down first street there's a small parking lot and some street parking. Looks like a busy spot and the workers are friendly. The store is huge!

Cristina M.

This is such a very pretty upscale liquor store. Came here to get a few things. I felt lost and had no clue where to even begin to look for the things I needed. I approached Robin and he was so kind to say 'I can help you find these' and he did. That kind of help is rare these days and I appreciated his help so much - he saved me so much time. A great store, it made me happy being in there - it's very bright, very clean, so many neat things to see and decorated so pretty. The back room is a small room full of wonderful wines and a lovely fountain. Just wow! Thank you again for your help, Robin.

Lauren S.

For those who love liquor but are looking to class it up a bit than the regular corner liquor store... Try out Sips in Benicia. Located off the 1st street, this place provides a family friendly...but mostly over 21 vibe for your choice of snacks and sips with a good variety to choose. The guys who run the place seem to be knowledgable and helpful in order to help you find what you need and want. I got a couple of gifts for later projects but I will be coming back to support... Ciao for now!

Teresa B.

This place opened earlier this year and have had celebrities come in and promote their liquor ! I missed those, but finally got to make it in there. Their selection is incredible! Not only alcohol, but snacks and candy!!! The perfect place to put together a great gift basket of goodies! The family that owns it and works there are very friendly and knowledgeable.

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Ryan B.

Clean, well-lit, and very well organized bottle shop with an exceptional selection especially hard to find bourbon. Friendly service, for sure. Stopped in for a bottle of 1792 Sweet Wheat that I was hunting for a while. I was fine paying slightly above msrp for it, but for other more highly allocated stuff, be prepared to pay a premium. Nice craft beer selection as well. If you're a connoisseur of fine whiskeys or beer, do yourself a favor and check this place out.

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Gretchen H.

This place is so awesome!! They have everything alcohol you could possibly want here and at a fair price . They always have celebrities there promoting their alcohol. They really made Benicia a lot better!

Darah M.

Sips in Bencia goes beyond what you expect from a local liquor store. This is not just the run of a mill corner shop. Bright lights and shelves of alcohol welcome you. An old-timey car sits in the middle. A waterfall in the wine boutique adds another level of the quality of the store. If you want to practice your golf swings, go to the back and try their golf simulation. As for the alcohol, I'm not going to name every libation they carry. My photos are only a fraction of what they carry. What I look forward to trying is their tasting: wine, tequila, bourbon, etc. Check out the calendar.

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AJ was awsome! Love this place. Can find hard to find. Can get great recommendations for your taste! Worth a trip if you are not local!

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5 months ago

Joe was very knowledgeable and knew his stuff!! Prices were very good! And !! You can get the hard to get stuff here!

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5 months ago

Highly recommend Sips! Great location & nice selection of drinks. Staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. Two thumbs up

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Awesome tasting with Cole from Caymus wines! Very helpful and friendly staff. Excellent inventory!

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I love this place. It's walking distance from my house and the staff are super friendly. They have a great selection of alcohol and candy.

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The shop is run and opporated by Kv who has a long family history in the liquor and spirits business.

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