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Bottle Shops in Albany, NY

5 of the 26 wineries, breweries, distilleries and wine bars we list in Albany are bottle shops.

Selection varies widely between dedicated craft beer cellars, wine merchants and spirits shops. While a map pin shows the location, it will not tell you if a shop focuses on rare local releases, imports or a deep bourbon shelf. Checking a store's focus beforehand helps ensure they carry the specific region or style you want.

  1. Capital Wine & Spirits Albany

    348 State St, Albany, NY 12210-2002

    Mon–Fri 12pm–9pm, Sat 11am–9pm, Sun 12pm–9pm

    TastingsPrivate events
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  2. Bj's Wine & Liquor

    1440 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205-5118

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  3. Colvin Wine Merchants

    900D Central Avenue, Albany, NY 12206

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  4. Smd Selections

    425 New Karner Rd, Albany, NY 12205-3862

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  5. Weigel Beverage

    553 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12206-2301

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Check rotation schedules. Many specialty shops receive limited-distribution cans and wines on specific days of the week, so calling ahead is the best way to hold hard-to-find releases.

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What is the difference between a bottle shop and a standard liquor store?

Bottle shops typically specialize in curated selections of craft beer, boutique wines, or small-batch spirits rather than high-volume commercial brands. Many also offer mix-and-match single cans, draft pours on-site, or specialized homebrewing equipment that general package stores do not stock.

Can I drink beer or wine at the shop?

It depends on local licensing and the store's setup. Some bottle shops double as tasting rooms with draft taps and seating, while others operate strictly for retail package sales to take home.