My partner is more of a drinker than me, so he's the one who found this gem. But we couldn't be…read moremore in love with the space and the selection. Don't miss this spot

We found this place by sheer chance. One day I was sitting around on Facebook and I stumbled upon…read moretheir page because they had a sponsored ad with a White Merlot tasting. Intrigued, I dug further and found out they are local in New London, and offer free beer and wine tastings every Friday night! Excited, I put it on our calendars, and counted down the days. Located in the heart of downtown new london, walking distance from the amtrak station and the city center, Thames is the only craft liquor store for many miles. Parking on the street has never been a problem for me, but may become so if their popularity increases. The store itself is well organized, with an entry area with a deli feel, stocked with craft cheeses and meats. This area is also where they taste their beers, and provide wonderful food pairings. Behind the food area is a boutique area with a case of chocolates and gifts surrounding it, along with cigars and a cold case of rosés. Alongside this area is another long room with the spirits, beers and wines. This is where the wine tasting is located, and features vintages from all over the world. I have been very pleased with the suggestions from staff on our purchases, and have yet to leave with a bottle of something that I dislike. They do have some amazing items we return for repeatedly, like the Tonic syrup to make custom gin and tonics, and many not-to-miss California reds. Downsides are price, which seems high comparatively across the board, and sometimes selection, which rotates constantly. If you're trying for something specific, they may be out and offer something similar which I think is fun but may be annoying to some.

Large selection and friendly staff for a first time visit. They had wine and drink tastings today…read more Definitely worth a stop in.

Today on March 23, 2025, I walked to Grand Wines and Spirits in Groton, CT on Route 12, around…read more 3:00pm. I walked to the back of the store to get a case of Angry Orchard and when I got to the register, the cashier, Susan rudely asked me if I was with a gentleman that she just had refused service to. I didn't enter the store with him, I didn't have any interaction with him and I didn't know him. But Susan rudely said to me " Are you with him because if you are I'm not serving you". I was taken off guard because what would give her the idea to ask me that but beside s the color of my skin. He was a black man and l'm a black woman, so in her mind I was with him. It wasn't so much the question that bothered me, it was her tone toward me and the fact that she profiled me. She was nasty and I took that question as her being a bit racist. She did not ask the white male or white female that walk in before me were they with the black gentleman she refused service, but she asked me. It's 2025 and people are still practicing their racist believes. If you are going to be in a customer position you should treat all people with dignity and respect. I will not be returning to that store ever again.

If you are looking for a good selection of wines, this is your stop…read more Highly recommend. They used to host wine tastings here not sure if they are still doing those. Friendly staff.

The very angry lady refuses to take cans for deposit return, even when buying product. Very rude…read moreand a violation of the law. Several people have reported this to the state revenue dept.

Not a great place to go when its crowded (7:45 on a Thursday or Saturday) since there is little…read morewalking room. Everything is behind the counter and the owners grab what you want. If you like to pursue go elsewhere, but if you know what you want come here for the cheap prices and friendly workers.

Best prices around. Owners are real nice. If they don't have it they will order it, and so far it's…read moregotten in within the week the 2 times I have asked for it. Last time I asked for Elijah Craig. I would have ordered Redbreast but to my delight they had it in stock the first time I visited! :)

Man behind counter was rude and disrespectful to us after overhearing our conversation with another…read morecustomer. He threw the change back at me and said "I hope you crash". My first time in New London and most likely my last at Globe Spirits. The conversation was about how inexpensive liquor is in New Hampshire! Go figure...

Two years ago when you walked in this place there would be insane drugged up idiots behind the…read morecounter. The beers would smell and taste like perfume for some reason. Now you walk in and the owners are great and they have a better selection of beers. It's no longer the sketchiest liquor store in town. They did a good job!

They solely market alcoholics, they open at 8am and close at 8:30 mon-thurs. Then Fri and sat, they…read moreclose conveniently at 9:40pm (EVEN THOUGH ITS 9PM MOM-THURS AND 10 PM FRI-SAT and forget sundays, just be there before 5, even though its legally 6pm.. Even though they advertise 9pm mon-thurs and 9:40pm fri-sat.and 6pm sunday (Do not fall for internet times and they will lie to you if you call- they don't make tips and have no desire to please their customers. Like all package stores in Connecticut, they became "necessities" after Covid. Which gave them the permission to treat their customers however they felt. We are -promised income- to them so they can do and charge whatever they want. They have roaches in their store, not surprised between George Washington Carver and the crazy folks home behind the store they found a highway to spread. Ask them to turn the lights off for five minutes and see how many roaches are caught off guard. The prices change daily with your commitment to their store. They play games with the prices to see if you are paying attention. Trust me, PAY ATTENTION. they refuse to clean their store and also do not keep up with expired items in the non-alcoholic cooler. When you do speak up against wrongful treatment, they ask you to leave. The fact that they don't kick you out, because they want your money tomorrow is a great example of their corruption. Do yourselves a favor and avoid this garbage can. There are extremely cleaner stores the exact distance in both directions from this store. Also, Wine Merchant on broad St opens at 8am as well to the alcoholics!. (Both buildings are very infested with bed bugs- BE CAREFUL!)-

I've lived in New London for many years so I've been familiar with the staff changes over time at…read morethis store. I hadn't been there in a while and stopped by en route to running errands etc. Walked in, spoke to the cashier and got a stone face in reply. "Ok" I said to myself. In comparison to the former owner he leaves much to be desired. The former owner, who was also the manager, was always pleasant and helpful. This person, never. This person has never been what I call "cordial", ever. I also don't see other employees so it appears this place is another one of those establishments run solo. Anyway, I'm good patronizing a place that appreciates my business with a friendly demeanor. I miss the former owner and his lovely employees.

Great selection! Very helpful staff and friendly. In a good location as well and easy parking lotread more

This is pretty much your average big wine and liquor shop. Like the other shops in the Grand Wine &…read moreSpirits chain, the vast majority of what you find here is wine that you can buy pretty much anywhere. However, like the other branch I've been to, there are some gems to be found. There is a small area of higher end selections and they do have sales on this. I was able to get a bottle of 2008 Dom Perignon and a bottle of Caymus on sale, as well as a bottle of Opus One (not on sale, but still delicious). If you want every day wine, you can find it here. If you want higher end wine, the selection is rather limited but there are bottles to be found here as well.