I walked in to check out the craft beer selection. They had some things that I like such as Sip of…read moreSunshine and Dogfish, but the selection of craft beer was not broad as some of the shops I visit. The selection of non-craft beer seemed typical. I wasn't in the market for wine or hard alcohol, but the store was fairly large and it looked like they must have had a decent selection of that.

The Silas Deane Highway is home to several (and I mean several) liquor stores. The problem is that…read more(1) the majority of them sell your standard mass produced wine and beer; (2) the owners have both a limited knowledge of their product and (3) they are unwilling to venture out and carry a larger selection local (state/region) wine, beer and spirits. I will admit to patronizing several of them, but my search for a local liquor store as ceased with the discovery (and more frequent patronization) of Townline Discount Wines & Liquors, which surpasses them all. Yes, they carry a wide range of mass produced wine, beer, and spirits but they also carry some unique selections, all at competitive prices. They also have a good selection of local, craft and small batch beer (which I appreciate more and more). In addition to the selection, they get high marks from me for their customer service. The owners have always been very friendly, helpful, and accommodating, even going as far as to offer to purchase a varietal of wine not on their shelves. Now that's customer service!

This has quickly become my favorite wine shop. The owners and staff are really knowledgeable about…read moretheir wines and always have great recommendations. While I tend to splurge there (their Sancerre selection is great!), they also have a good selection of lower price point wines. I always walk out of here with something new -- and bonus points for the Boston terriers who are usually working as greeters!

Nice neighborhood (in NE terms) Packy that has recently been modernized to add to the discerning…read moreSpirit shoppers experience. Fancy words, but The Wise Old Dog has earned their Pedestal. The new shop boosts an impressive array of Ale & Lager coolers with a chilled behind-the-scenes browsing space. Ample shelf and floor displays for the bottled spirits and wines. Knowledgeable staff eager to assist & recommend. But most astonishing is their Fine Wine Closet (aka Environment Controlled Chiller). Yes, the prices do reflect the use of the Chiller, but again, if you're a discerning shopper or collector you've got to add This Wise Old Dog to your list!

Nice manager; well-placed inventory. Clean, attractive store. Convenient and very helpful.read more

I think my husband and I have now found a new favorite liquor store. We live off of route 3 so…read morethere's a different one by us, but they just don't have the selection that MK's does. The owner is super nice and friendly, and made excellent suggestions to us. They have wine in there that I've never even heard of, which is a super good and awesome sign. I can't believe we've lived 5 mins down the road from here for the last 2.5 years and never thought to check it out. If you want Scottish or Irish whiskey that you can't find in other places, def come here, chances are they actually have it. I also bought an amazing $80 huge bottle of Kentucky bourbon, and it's one of the best bourbon's I've ever had. If you're in the Rocky Hill/Wethersfield area, you def need to come here, because they have something for everyone.

The selection here is amazing and the store is clean and the choices very well laid out. I have a…read morepretty limited list (Chardonnay and beer) and I am always impressed that I can just grab some random cocktail:wine:beer I've not tried but want to. All of the folks who work here are lovely, polite, and hardworking.

The spot really is "one stop." They have a robust selection of beer and wine selection - though not…read morethe biggest in town overall. Friendly guy at the cash register. Competitive prices. Easy parking, too.

Ok. Y"all why didn't I know this existed. It is a cute brewery. I mean I feel like this brewery is…read morefor the gurrrls. It has as interesting wine and cocktail as it has beer. Now I only asked about wines, but just the amount of variety in wine selection blew me away. Also, I just had the pleasure of having an app bug the menu looks extensive for a brewery. Loving the fact that I can possibly add a bunch of different proteins into solid salad options. I was tempted to to do that but just needed a little fuel before hitting the road. I got the hummus app which doesn't so d like a big deal to make- but let me tell you- there is craft I. This hummus plate. The beet flavor is a delish variation. The nuts and cheese complement it well. It's also a feast for the eyes! See the pic! Service was friendly and attentive I will be sure to bring friends for a nice cocktail. The patio beckons!

Great place to grab a pint! Nice draft beer selection, good service, and ample parking. What more…read morecan you ask for? I didn't get a chance to try the food, but it looked good. Hope to come back next time I'm in town.

I'm not sure I fully get this place. There's a popular, usually great value Chardonnay here that's…read moreabout $7 more than I've seen anywhere else. But then there's a Pinot Noir that's about $3 than I've seen anywhere else. So, I guess you live and you learn where to go. The selection is good, and they are always in stock. I wish they had a bigger variety of six packs, but they have singles for a customizable 6-pack purchase. I always find something good here, but I don't necessarily open my horizons with the selection or people around to help.

They're doing a most excellent job with online ordering and curbside service during Covid-19. At…read morefirst I worried that there would only be upscale, expensive wines online, but they have all price points represented with online ordering. Craft beer offerings aren't super amazing, but there's still enough to keep the craft beer folks satisfied. Every time I order, I am notified within a half hour that my order is ready for pickup. When I arrive and call, they come out immediately to put my items in my car. I can't ask for better service than that!

I ordered a case of Pinot Noir wine from Capital Spirits for $30/bottle. They immediately charged…read moremy card, though didn't ship the case until a week later. When it arrived I found that they'd sent 12 bottles of grape juice. I ordered through Vivino. I opened a ticket at Vivino last week, but still haven't heard. If I don't get a refund by the end of this week, then I'll call my credit card company and reverse the charge.

Total gamechanger. Porter21 is the only alcohol delivery service in Hartford County (soon expanding…read moreinto New Haven!) and offers the perfect balance of convenience and a great selection. I had a few friends over after work on Friday and we decided to give Porter21 a try, ending up with two bottles of wine (JLohr chardonnay and cabernet, which I love) and Lawson's Sip Of Sunshine IPA, which hasn't been the easiest to find lately! So, instead of driving or calling around to different liquor stores, I literally clicked around on the site and had the beer delivered to my door in less than an hour. It's also cool to know that Porter21 works with and supports locally owned liquor stores instead of the bigger chains. Check it out!

Five stars for their friendly customer service! One of the workers must've seen me roaming the…read morestore and asked if he could help. Not only did he tell me where my elusive item was, but he took me directly to it. In addition, the cashiers are pleasant and efficient in spite of crazy holiday shoppers.

Think Total Wine--no coincidence, Total Wine is the first ad to pop up when you google Ct Beverage…read moreMart--but CBM is local, hence preferred. Local and spectacular! CBM's not my usual spot, but it's always a fun stop. Beverages from near and far can all be found here, by the case, by the nip, by all manner of bottles. The back wall of this big box-sized package store is a refrigerated case, and aisle 1, as of January 2021, is being turned into a second wall of refrigeration. Woot! I haven't been disappointed by the wine recommendations occasionally tucked between price labels, including a recommendation for Sunset Meadow Vineyards. Chris helped me find a couple light but flavorful brews, and pointed them out in the cold case too. Alas, no more New Britain Bev Mart but at least this store, Middletown, and Wallingford are still around, and I think they've got it all.

The staff is very friendly and helpful whether on the phone or in-person. This store has an…read moreexpansive collection and a wide variety of wine, beer, and liquor. I purchased a a few bottles and two cases of beer and the owner was kind enough to help me to my car. Therefore, I was pleased to tip ("to insure promptitude") beforehand. The owner made sure his staff received it.

Great wine store! We were greeted right away and helped right away! We were looking for Romanian…read morewine and we were pointed in the right direction. Very good service! Sorry I missed the lady's name but she showed us all the Romanian wine varieties and helped us check out also. They also have wine tasting on Saturdays after 2 with a very casual ambiance.