I don't generally get excited about retail therapy. I abhor shopping for clothes. It's a chore purchasing home goods. Buying food is marginally more enjoyable. But when it comes to booze, I could go on all day. In a city where cocktails are questionable and scotch is king, Good Spirits Co is a gasp of fresh air to a drowning man. Not unlike Gerry's in Leeds/Soho or Astor Wines in NYC, this shop offers enough variety and substance to satisfy most any liquor lover. Beyond a product selection that could leave me browsing the shelves for hours, the staff is knowledgeable (and trying to become even more so!), welcoming, and the space is noteworthy in its own right. Ask about the cashier's counter sometime - it's a piece to be pondered and appreciated. I'm excited about the forthcoming tasting room to come, and hope that local Glaswegians come to admire and adore this liquid gold outlet for the treasure it already is. read more

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good selection of bottles. but the most hostile sales person (with the short bleached hair) I ever met in Scotland. I will take my custom elsewhere. read more

OK, these guys could not earn fewer stars. But there should be a 5+ stars rating. I have begun to understand what these folks are going for as the inventory and business has grown. Imagine going into a regular off-license. Nestled in there is a rare bottle of fantastic-ness. You have to ask yourself, "What the hell is a great bottle, doing in a place like this?". It stands out since it has nothing in common with the normal bus-stop advertised bottled dross that defines most of the stock in these liquor stores. What Good Spirit has done is take all of those stunning bottles and given them a home. First. there is a Whisky line-up that not only defines some of the hottest malts for collectors and drinkers, but also a wide range that will satisfy most budgets. They are not unique in this. There are several other Whisky Shops that supply this need. There are a small group of whisky shops that reject the tartan tourist trap business model and take this stuff seriously. That alone puts them in a small group of peers in the UK. Under ten shops provide this service in Britain. But then you get to the other stuff. Exceptional Bourbons, Rums, Tequilas and Vodkas. This area has been under-represented and the stock in here can take your breath away. I have only brushed the surface of the rums and bourbons, some of my fellow alcohol aficionados state that the tequilas and vodkas are also world class. For example, there is one rum in this shop that is seriously good. I mean Lost Weekend good. Buy one bottle and you are definitely coming back for two more. Am I going to tell you? No bloody way. Find that one out for yourself. The shop is easy enough to find. read more

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DRINKIES I LOVE Good Spirits Co...I've bought MANY pressies in there and a couple of things for myself!! ;) I went with my friend today, she was buying a present for her Mum...I remembered there was a check in deal, so I asked about it and the guy didn't know if it was still running...then he came over and I was given a lovely pressie! (See piccie!!) FREE!! He's now joined Yelp for the check in deals! Lol The service is always friendly and extremely helpful...the guys that work in there are very knowledgeable about their products, always good!! I'm noooot a big drinker, but I LOOOVE getting nifty gifties in there, and their selection is second to none in Glasgow! I'd DEFINITELY recommend (have done so!!) Great wee shop!! Ps. I know they're opening a second show around the corner soon-so EVEN MORE choice en route!! read more

The Good Spirits - Free gift!! 200ml of Auchentoshan and two wee glasses-stoked!! - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

I was after some nice gin for a thank-you present, and going by the superb reviews on Yelp decided that this was the place to get it. I'm a fairly recent convert to gin, but the recent upsurge in 'designer' brands has led to a bit of a taste epiphany. Although I'm still a novice explorer of the gin galaxy, the guys in here were more than helpful with their advice, as was the nice lady customer who was also browsing the extensive gin collection here. I suspect she may be a Yelper actually, she seemed far too much at home! Between us, we settled on a nice high-end Irish number with an impressive list of added botanicals to tickle the taste buds. I wish I'd had more time to spend browsing the immense selection of booze in here, but as I had limited time I'll just have to return at a later date to indulge myself. Top marks also for the vinyl-based sounds from the turntable on the counter - pure retro class! read more

For my 500th review I am here to tell you about the brilliance of Good Spirits Co. Recently I have started drinking whisky and this has elevated good spirits in my mind. I always went in the past and bought gifts or a few beers, (prior to the separate beer shop opening) but now I can go in and enjoy the full array of unusual spirit options from across the globe. The whisky selection is phenomenal with every type you could imagine from all sorts of different places in the world. There is also something for every budget. From crazy expensive special birthday gifts (thanks Trudie M) to 30 quid more affordable but lovely "just buying a tipple for the weekend" bottles. There ain't a better place to buy unusual spirits from in Glasgow. They have something for every budget, the staff are really friendly and knowledgeable, and most importantly they are DUG (dog) friendly! If you fancy a bottle of something different you should check this place out! read more

I've been here many times but never felt like I'd actually participated in the customer experience of buying booze (I know, what restraint!) so hadn't popped up a review. But now I am a fully fledged customer of Good Spirits! I phoned to ask them about a particular cocktail I wanted to make but had little knowledge of, and wasn't sure which recipe to use from the 362,000 hits on google (if you can deduce the cocktail from that, you will receive some kind of amazing prize!) The guy on the end of the phone didn't laugh at my terrible pronunciation and confirmed they had the more unusual spirits I was looking for. I popped in later that day and was warmly greeted by a young guy (younger than me, anyway) who grabbed the spirits I needed and talked me through some options. He was even nice enough to write down the recipe for me, which he knew off the top of his head (he must be some kind of wizard!) I then decided to grab a little something for my husband as a gift, and again, the guy talked me through the rum options and explained the origins of a few. I went with one from Barbados seeing as that's where Mount Gay is from and even though it's not been opened yet, I know I picked a winner from the tears in my husband's eyes (ok, I made that part up). As you can see - service is second to none here. If you're like me, and don't know anything about how to make a cocktail because you spent too long drinking them, then you'll be well looked after. I wasn't made to feel stupid at any point, and the bill was pretty reasonable for 4 bottles of spirit. I am too often guilty of going for the easy option when buying booze (read: supermarket) but from now on I'll be looking to support these guys as much as I can. Tip: they can also refund bottles provided they aren't opened (obviously) if you find you've got the wrong thing! read more

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The shop and its staff are a welcome change from the Victoria Wines and stack-em-high-sell-em-buckie offies of this world. It's not a place to buy bargain vodka and tooth-coating cola to drink in the park. It *is* a place to pick up a special bottle (or 3) for the discerning gin/whisky/rum-fiend in your life, and if that gin/whisky/rum fiend is yourself then all the better. A particular favourite are the tasting evenings, held on a regular basis in the tasting room at the back of the shop. These cost roundabout £10-£15 per session dependant upon the spirit, for which you get a couple of hours good chat, 6 or so samples, and usually some sort of discount on any bottles you buy of those samples you tasted. Good move. I swear to god though, the staff must have High Fidelity-esque "I will now sell 6 bottles of" competitions. and they're good at it too... read more

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Let me state, for the record, that gin is my One True Love. Over the last few years I have transitioned from vodka and coke to gin and tonic to gin martini to building a gin lounge in my spare room, and there's only one place I would trust to provide me with the best quality spirits to stock it. That place is the Good Spirits Co. The store opened in the early summer of 2011 in a unit previously inhabited by 23rd Precinct. Tucked under Bath Street, the Former record shop has been transformed into a bright and inviting space, lined floor to ceiling with the best quality booze in town. Shelves to the left glow amber with whiskies, rum and cognac, and to the right behind the till you will find gin, vodka, tequila, cachaca and an intriguing selection of mysteriously labelled and coloured spirits, bitters and liqueurs that will no doubt bring out the latent Jerry Thomas in you. They also stock a neat range of beer, champagnes, and fortified wine (although I'm sure that this will grow once their new venture is up and running) and towards the back of the store is a walk in humidor. And then there's the tasting room. I don't remember my first visit to the GSC tasting room. This is no surprise because, as I recently tweeted, I never leave GSC entirely sober. Most times I bound up the stairs, new gin tucked under my arm, burnished with a tipsy gin glow. I have enjoyed many tastings here, most of them led by Matthew, who I must thank for always being eternally patient and gracious as I witter and enthuse and babble my way through each tasting. What a gentleman. Most of the tastings take the same shape- six gins, a cocktail, some tonic, some gin chat, some oatcakes, some purchases. And despite styling myself as somewhat if a gin expert, I always come away having learnt or tried or appreciated something new. The tastings are undoubtedly my favourite way to spend an evening in Glasgow. I have been with my husband, my friends, as a group, and as part of my hen do, and I never tire of it. For my hen my friend arranged a mid-afternoon private tasting led by Matthew with cocktails made by Aidan Bowie, then of the Blythswood, now of the Mondrian. On paper, an elegant affair. In reality...well, I'll let you judge by the photos, put together by my friend Miki, and perhaps you'll see why I consider Matthew to be such a gracious individual. In conclusion, my advice is simple. Visit the Good Spirits Co. Their knowledge in their field is unsurpassed, they are eternally patient and kind, they listen to the needs of their customers, and they're bloody lovely. read more

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This shop is brilliant! They specialise in whisky and the staff really know their stuff, but you'll also find a great range of rum, gin, liqueurs and some of those items you need for cocktails but are never very sure where to get them from. I've bought gifts for a number of friends and my husband from here and always been very happy with the service and advice received from the staff and the people I've bought things for have loved their gifts, winner! The Good Spirits Company also does tasting evenings, the price varies depending on the actual event, but for between £20 and £30 you get to taste 5 or 6 drinks. We went to the Nikka Whisky tasting evening last year and it was fabulous and you got the ticket price off any purchases of Nikka on the evening. Keep up the good work guys! read more

The Good Spirits - Almost a whole wall of whisky! (Some Rum sneaks in at the end!) - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

Hi, my name is Lex and I like quality booze - it comes with the job. Though I've been known to explore and experiment outside my brands - can you honestly blame me? There is so much good stuff out there! The Good Spirits Co. is an underground treasure trove of liquid gold. It's great for a wee nosey, gift buying (one for you, five for me), and better yet - tastings! Most recently, a friend and I attended a Berry Brothers and Rudd whisky tasting. Let me preface that whisky has a reputation for being known as a "man's drink"... that goes without saying I was one of two females that evening, sausage fest much? Despite the ratio, it's a welcoming friendly atmosphere full of banter, even a couple of the old boys at the tasting were trying to get us to join the whisky society. The tastings give you insight and access to brands you probably would not have been aware of, make new friends for the night and potentially walk away with some impulse purchases consisting of a £144 bottle of single malt. Follow them on either facebook or twitter to stay up to date on their tastings, or pop into the shop - they don't bite! read more

Had my first visit here at last nights Yelp Elite event and as I had always been meaning to pop in this was a great opportunity to ch-ch-check this place OUT. I've rambled on in my Elite Event review about just that initial SMELL that hits you (in a nice way of course) as soon as you walk in the door ~ I love it. If you could bottle that heady mix of wood, spirits and tobacco then well, I'd have a bottle of it! Mmmm... The guys that own/run the shop are just top notch lovely guys with a real passion for what they sell and their shop which is always super endearing and sadly quite rare to see/experience these days. This shop is a wee treasure trove for those that like to partake in a more 'quality' liquor but also for those of us that like to try new things too, some spirits that you can't just buy from T**co. Some of the bottles are simply divine and a work of art ~ one particular brand of absinthe bottle caught my weird eye straight away ~ it had a cool skull on the front of it (Pandor I think?) Yeah! :D I was tempted to buy it and I don't even like absinthe! A bottle from this fine shop as a present to anyone (that drinks of course) would make a fantastic gift. I have to mention the humidor. They also sell top quality cigars here and they're all housed like precious wee brown babies in a specially made humidor. The SMELL when they open that door is so good! Even if you don't smoke just ask them for a whiff-a-roo in there, you'll not be disappointed. They also have spirit tasting evenings here (that's booze spirit not ghosties) which you can arrange by email/website or phone and I believe it's £15 for a 2 hour tasting and spirit education all in one. I've mentioned this to the folk in my work and we're thinking a wee tasting session here for a staff night out will go down a treat indeed. If you've never been into The Good Spirits Co. shop then please do, such nice guys and great selection of those something-a-wee-bit-different/special bottles of spirits or champagne. Go on, treat yourself! read more

Och just stop is GSC! Popped in the other day for one reason, one thing, coffee. These guys recently started stocking Glasgow's own Dear Green Coffee and I found myself reaching the bottom of my supply the other day, so onto the shopping list it did go and into GSC went I. The problem? Well, nothing really except I ended up walking out with said bag of coffee and a nice we bottle of whisky to accompany it in the bag (in case it got lonely). This is the problem dear shopper. This is a haven for window shoppers that turns into a nightmare (in the best possible way) for your bank account. How can you resist? Product: There in abundance... aye it's a whisky buffs wet dream, but I'd challenge anyone not to have their socks blown off by the multitude of amazing spirits on offer. Service: I'm saying nothing. Read the other reviews. Go. Experience it. Price: Prepare to be surprised by just how little extra you'll need to pay to go from shit to splendid. This is my go-to place for spirits for myself and for others when it comes to gift buying. I'd recommend you make it yours too. read more

Second time I've gone in here, and it's just an amazing place with great staff and a fantastic selection. Mind you, you feel you have to ask for something interesting, that you can't find elsewhere, just to fit in with the vibe. "Excuse me, I'm looking for this artisan mescal I've heard of, distilled on the side of a volcano in Guatemala?" And then they'd trump you: "I think you'd prefer this little number, developed in pig skins in El Salvador, by specially trained orphans..." And they'd be right! Seriously, lovely place, great staff, worth a look. read more

I love Good Spirits. Pure and simple. In all of Glasgow, I dare say you'd be hard pressed to find a dispensary of such fine quality spirits. The whisky selection is something to behold! Wall to wall, ceiling to floor, all high grade spirits for the connoisseur of fine alcohol. On this occasion, I'd wanted to have a gander for some Christmas present ideas... and maybe a cheeky present for myself. Naturally, we went to the wall of rum! Harry quickly spotted his beloved Don Papa, so I bought it as an early Christmas present. And then I was mean and told him he couldn't have it until Christmas. :P As always, the staff were all super friendly. Mark stopped to have a chat and answer our various curiosities about various alcohols. I think we were keeping him from preparing for a champagne tasting! An absolute pleasure. I didn't get my cheeky present for myself, so I'll be back. Mwahahaha! read more

I cannot big up this place enough. The place is floor to ceiling and wall to wall quality alcohols ranging from rums to vodkas, single malts to gins and beyond all the way to the central cabinet containing very rare alcohols such as frank sinatra jack daniels all complete with a wee yelpie on top of it!! What is also interesting to note is the scope and variety of tasting nights they do, just that night was a chapagne tasting and they do such things as christmas cocktail nights and such which are always good to keep an eye out for. And finally the staff, ahh so friendly and knowledgable with kudos to mark for looking up random questions about alcohol just as much for his own knowledge and intrigue as ours lol. Also as a side note they do what looks like a decent range of cigars here which include one of the better brands of a cohiba. Not being a smoker myself i dunno but it looked like a good selection!! read more

What a place. What a selection. Where to begin? It's a shop, but it's also a display case for some of the finest spirits in the world. The way this place has been laid out is like someones private collection, where you can appreciate each and every bottle as if in a museum or art gallery of booze. But wait, this isn't a gallery, you can actually buy this stuff. Ask for advice on any spirit and you will soon be engaged in an interesting conversation about it, rather than a simple "Oh yeah, we have that, it's over there". They have a real passion and love of fine spirits, which lends itself to the way that the shop has been laid out. I've been to a number of the tasting sessions held in the back room here, each one has been a great experience. Very informative and more importantly, lots of fun. The selection of spirits here is incredible, with a large section devoted to whisky and other sections containing vodkas, gins, tequilas and other interestingly shaped bottles of rare and colourful liquids. I was going to say 'don't bother coming here if all you're looking for is a quarter bottle of generic vodka or Big Name Supermarket Own Brand Whisky', but, on thinking about it, if you are the sort of person who drinks that stuff, then you should come to this shop, allow the good folks here to get an idea of your particular tastes, then open your mind to the possibilities and show you what you're missing out on. "Okay, great, but what are the prices like Wiggles?" Prices?! How much does a good bottle of whisky cost? How much are you willing to spend? You could pick up something you like for £25-£30, or something that's good, but not your particular taste for £100-£150. That's where the knowledge of The GSC and tasting nights come in handy. There's always the display case in the middle. So, in summary, Top notch guys selling top notch booze in a top notch shop. read more

As others have said, a great place, but I thinknot the best it could be. I'm mostly a whisky and beer guy and its (easily) the best retail place in Glasgow for it, but there are others in the Uk which are a smidge better. So whats great? - Knowledgeable staff that care and happy to chat or leave you alone. - Mostly well priced, particularly compared to the rest of the city. - Various categories of well choosen spirits with many good options in each category. - Cigars and (great) beers too if thats your thing. - Regular tastings too. - Strong carrier bags :) And the niggles? - Since its in the basement its easy to miss, I passed it several times before looking down. - The range within a category could be better, you won't go wanting by any means but the full range of any brand is unlikely to be there (only one Kilchoman right now as an example) and there are very few 'extra special/high price' bottles. You can't depend they'll have what you were after. - Layout isn't obvious/signposted. - Sample sizes for the beer tasting I went to were a bit stingey. If there was a 4.5 I'd give it that, but compared to the Whisky Exchange in London Good Spirits doesn't yet have the range even though they have the space in the back room which is just used for tastings. read more

So who knew tucked in a basement on the middle of Bath Street there was this little goldmine. Although they mainly focus in whisky there is also Gins, rum's and much more!! Wall to wall whisky all sitting in their regions and not all priced thought the roof!! Not only will you find Scottish whisky you can also find a nice little selection from Japan!! The last couple of time I've been in I have been looking for inspiration and some help from the staff and they are super friendly! Always ready to assist but also do give you breathing space just to have a little look!! After my last trip I recently discovered that actually are dug friendly!! Whoooohoo! Rogue the dug can assist in buying the weekend booze!! It's definitely somewhere to check out!! read more

I've been holding off on any review writing for a while due to the burdens of schoolwork, holidays, and packing up my entire life to jump back across the pond. However. The Good Spirits Co., and the fine gents who work within, completely redefine the idea of an "Off-License," a "Liquor Store," or a "Tobacconist," whichever you wish to call them. Not to belittle the other quality purveyors of spirits in Glasgow, but Matthew, Shane, and Mark put them all to shame. The whisky selection alone is worth designating this wee shop as a tourist destination. But does it cease after the shelves of Scottish gold? No, no it does not! I'm a bourbon-loving American who is very discerning about my corn likker, and even I was impressed by their bourbon and whiskEy selection. I haven't looked for any sherries, brandies, or fortified wines, but the scuttlebutt on the mean streets has it that they are passionate about their grapier beverages too. I haven't even begun to wax poetical of the humidor room full of lovely Cubans (by which I mean cigars, not Ibrahim Ferrer)! And for God's or the Devil's or goodness' or whom or whatever's sake, get your comparatively teetotaling rear to one of their tasting events! They tend to range from 15-20 quid, and always manage to bring quality spirits and nice surprises into the mix! I know, I know, I'm carrying on like I have sucked from this store's alcoholic teat. But what vaults these drinkmongers into the category of "Must-Go" is not their selection of many-hued liquors. No, it is the fantastic experience that the customer receives within. These guys know their stuff. Hands down. And they want you to know it, too. Yes, The Good Spirits Co. may be a bit pricier than most. But you will know EXACTLY what you are purchasing by the time you are ready to buy it. Shopping for product here is akin to shopping for clothes at a high-end retailer; they want you to go home with the right thing. Five stars is not nearly enough. read more

Every year when my boyfriend gets his bonus, he treats himself to a bottle of whisky. Well, its that time of year again, and he has his heart set on a wee bottle from Japan. While we didn't find it here, this shop is pretty amazing with what they have to offer as far as whisky and other booze are concerned. They don't have too many ciders which is a bummer because that's what we prefer to drink, but they have loads of beers, wines and spirits. I've never really interacted with any of the staff, they always seem to be busy behind the counter, or with customers, which is fine, but a bit of acknowledgement would be helpful for when I am in the mind for buying something. We keep coming in to this shop, just to browse, but haven't found anything that tickles our fancy just yet. read more

You know, I registered for Yelp not expecting to really do very much but I am drawn in by the chance to sing the praises of places like the Good Spirits Company. They are simply one of the best places to go in Glasgow. If you don't like whisky then you are probably going to be more interested in the wide ranges of Gins, Rums, Vodkas and even Tequilas in store. The guys are great and willing to chat to anyone about their products. I am always tempted by the Cigars as well, though I shouldn't. Recently they have started to diversify into the Dear Green coffee range, a local coffee roaster. Have to say I found my first bag of that not exactly justifying it's high price. That is nothing to do with the GSC though. Really, if you have an interest in the finer things of life then head along there for a browse. If you like whisky then you wont be able to browse and not buy. If you like anything to drink at all then you will feel the same tug on your wallet. It is worth spending money as these guys are truly independent retailers making their name against chain stores that have a greater buying power and a greater advertising budget. Despite this, the GSC outshines them all by simply being good at what they do. read more

I popped in here today and was amazed by the selection on offer sadly l arrived at 6.50 just before closing. This is a shop where l will be back for a bottle or two. read more

It's a good spirited review about a shop which sells good spirits! An outstanding shop in the centre of town, selling all the booze in all the world. If you think I'm exaggerating, go in yourself and peruse shelf after shelf of continental wine, ales from Scotland and beyond, and enough rum to fill the Marie Celeste. I'm pretty sure I saw a rum bottle in the shape of an octopus in here, but by that time I had sampled some of their whisky, and probably got accidentally tipsy. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable about their booze and can recommend something to suit all palates. You are welcome to taste a lot of the products so you can try before you buy. Prices range from 20 quid for a standard, run of the mill whisky up to just under £100 for the aged, well distilled stuff. Even if you're unsure, the staff can point you in the right direction. It's an education in booze - I sincerely learned a lot of interesting information here, and I used to work in bars. It's a great place to promote local breweries and get some history behind what you're paying for, it's a great place for potential retailers to try the products, and with tasting sessions available to anyone who's interested, it adds a social element to beer buying. Classy and with its finger on the pulse, it's a credit to the alcohol industry - and I was thinking that before I'd been in the cigar cupboard. It's truly a cut above. read more

I'll keep this simple - GSC is the best spirit specialist off-licence in Scotland. It's on a par with the legendary Gerry's in London (smaller branch in Leeds). Why ? Stock Changes regularly - this means regular visits are essential to ensure you don't miss out on a gem you would otherwise miss. Staff - if you know zip all about drinks but are curious or buying for a friend then GSC is the place to go. You won't be patronized - quite the opposite. GSC is a place you can enter without fear of feeling like an idiot. In fact they are so lovely we invited them to our wedding Also they listen - willingly. We also recommended a few hard to get gins from the US and after a little perseverance GSC managed to find a supplier and stock them. I believe they sold out pretty quickly :-) read more

Glasgow's best selection of spirits and beer. A good choice of cigars to boot. I love this place I could spend countless hours in here enjoying the beers and whisky they have too offer. It has the best selection of whisky in the city and the best beer selection in the city centre. If you are in doubt ask the guys they are so happy to help and will get you to try a few tasters to find the right drink. They know huge amounts about all the drinks on offer and can always find something to suit your needs. The Tastings are great fun and really informative. A great value way to try different drinks before you buy them. Staff are excellent always friendly and helpful. read more

Huge selection of single malt whiskies, which is why we were there and a knowledgeable staff who were happy let us wander around wide-eyed for as long as we wished. Prices don't seem unreasonable considering we're talking premium spirits, many of which you won't find in the average supermarket. Gin lovers won't be disappointed either. What you get at Good Spirits is solid friendly advice and no pressure. Recommended! read more

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Ooft. I love this place. I've been here a number of times - to buy presents for other people, not for myself sadly, and every single time, I've been delighted with the range to choose from and the advice I've been given. The staff in here really know their stuff. How they get to know everything about anything you ask them I really don't know but it's very impressive. These guys are true experts. Sometimes there are cheeky wee tastings going on too. I'm particularly in awe of their rum and gin sections. My new master plan is to save my pennies so I can buy more presents for myself..... read more

I'm pretty sure that if The Good Spirits Co doesn't have it, or can't get it then it's not worth having, or doesn't exist! I challenge anyone to find a spirits shop with a better or more diverse range of, well, everything. They do also stock a small selection of interesting beers and their selection of fortified wines has yet to tempt my wallet - I'll get there eventually, there's a lot to get through, but I'll definitely get there. There's always something interesting to sample and the living cask is a wee bargain of something unique, changing every couple of months when something new is added to the mix. I'm a real whisky geek, but at the moment my attention is also drawn to the scores of rum and gin that line the shelves; and there are some truly amazing bourbons, for which I seem to have developed a taste ;) Easily the best (only?) spirits specialists in Glasgow, I haven't seen better in Edinburgh, or anywhere else for that matter. When I'm doing a whisky shop, the train through to Glasgow is a no brainer. read more

Into its third year, The Good Spirits Co., is probably the finest off-licence in Glasgow. Tucked just below street level, the shop is an oasis of fine spirits, ports, liqueurs, beers, and cigars. The impeccable stock selection makes one feel the range has been "curated", such is the eclectic mix of familiar, less familiar and the downright unusual! At least one of the three owners is always on hand to provide a recommendation for any taste or budget - there's no snobbery here, despite the exquisite range. Often there's a special whisky or rum, with samples available. An ever-present background soundtrack is provided by their large vinyl collection. This is just a great shop to browse at your leisure, without any pressure - my first and only stop when buying alcohol gifts. For my own consumption, my favourite aspect is the ever-growing range of craft beers. Now numbering over 100 there's American, English, Scottish, Danish, Norwegian and other nationalities' epic brews waiting to be tasted. And for the cigar connoisseur, the large walk-in humidor stocks one of the widest selections in Glasgow. The shop host frequent tasting events in the sampling room, from gins, craft beer, champagne, and of course whisky and rum. These are really popular with details on their Facebook page. You should definitely pay these guys a visit, you won't be disappointed. read more

We've been in twice now - once when we were relatively new to Scotland (and whiskey) and again today, with a bit more whiskey experience. On both occasions, we were helped by Eric, who could take our vague "we like this/we don't like that" comments and find us whiskeys that we enjoy. This is a great place - if you're looking for something, but you don't know exactly what to get, go there and talk to one of their helpful and knowledgeable staff members - they'll find you just the right thing! This place is awesome. read more

Have been to several tasting events here and they're always great fun. Went to the Rock Town distillery event held by the master distiller over from Arkansas and had a great night. You can redeem the price of your ticket against a purchase on the night, which is a nice bonus. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable and happy to make recommendations. Definitely worth a visit for a tasting or to pick up a great gift. read more

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wether i have been looking for a specific bottle, or pointed in the right direction, the staff at the Good Spirits Co are exceptionally well informed, helpful and friendly. If you want to start drinking some fine spirits or want to go somewhere you can feel at home with great staff and great produce then pop in here. You might even get a wee taste before you buy! Oh and one more thing, whether you want to buy a cigar or not, pop into the walk in humidour and smell the cedar wood glory! Brilliant, brlliant shop. read more

This shop is amazing! I could spend ages in here looking at all the craft gin and cocktail equipment on display. The staff were very helpful and knowledgable and I am pleased with my gin purchase. When are you opening a shop in Edinburgh? read more

Our stay in Glasgow wouldn't have been the same without stopping over at The Good Spirits Co. Our expert spent plenty of time with us and made sure we didn't leave out sampling something new. Thank you! read more

The Good Spirits - Where the walls of heaven are lined with whiskey. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

Unfortunately we didn't get to taste anything. We were given a £50 gift voucher as a present , booked for a wine tasting event then due to a diary malfunction ( ie we're old and doddery and probably the last thing in the world we need is more wine!) didn't get to it. Phoned to see if there was anything we could do, spoke to a very nice member of staff - hence the one star - who said she would speak to the manager. She came back to tell us he would do nothing because bottles of wine had been opened. Sad on a number of counts - The Good Spirits has our £40 and we have nothing plus a friend paid £50 for an experience she thought we would enjoy and hey ho....nothing can be done. read more

Best spirit shop in Glasgow, whisky is only the start of the range, fantastic range for cocktails, aperitifs. Been going since they opened nearly 2 years now and great value prices and ever-expanding tasting nights in their tasting room at back. The guys are top drawer and can pretty much answer every query you have on drink. Craft beer range is really extensive now too, hard to find better anywhere! read more

I've been here once for a gin tasting event and a few times since to simply wander round and marvel at their range of booze - they have everything from beer through whiskies, gins, vodkas and rums, right up to the more obscure tequilas and absinthes and plenty more, with a real variety of brands to choose from. The staff are great, very friendly and really enthusiastic about their alcohol. I took some American friends in and they even let us try a couple of different malt whiskies to see which they preferred. Definitely worth a visit! read more

I'd give them 6 stars if I could. The cork on my bottle of El Dorado broke, and I popped in on my way past to see if they sold bottle stoppers. They don't, but the nice lady who was serving had a wee rummage, found some spare stoppers, checked against the bottle on the shelf to find a couple that looked like they'd be the best fit, and gave me them. I know where I'll be buying my spirits from now on. read more

The coolest Whiskey shop Iv been in! Sells a massive selection of whiskeys and also sells canvas art. Worth a "drop" by as they do tastings and not too badly priced. read more