Lenell's Beverage Boutique is a small, quaint shop tucked away in north Birmingham and it is exactly the kind of place I love stumbling into. Lenell herself is incredible to talk to. She is basically a librarian of beverages. Her knowledge runs deep and she genuinely knows the story, flavor profile, and use for just about every bottle in the shop. Conversations here feel natural and educational, not salesy. A quick heads up for anyone not from Alabama, the state government makes things messy when it comes to alcohol taxes and pricing. That is not on Lenell. She clearly does her best to keep prices reasonable, but the regulations and taxes make it challenging. Knowing that, the value is still there when you look at the quality and uniqueness of the selection. And the selection is what really stands out. It is curated, thoughtful, and downright impressive. I was able to pick up several bottles I have never seen before anywhere else. This is not a grab a bottle and leave type of store. This is a browse, ask questions, discover something new kind of place. If you enjoy unique spirits, interesting bottles, and talking to someone who truly knows their craft, Lenell's is absolutely worth the visit. I am really glad I stopped in and would not hesitate to come back next time I am in Birmingham. read more

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Kind of feeling a little embarrassed that I hadn't stopped into this place until now. They've been open for a while and I'd seen some reviews and a few articles but hadn't made it by to see for myself. Well now I have and I can tell you that it's amazing. The lady who owns the place has done a fantastic job at curating a remarkable selection of things that you're going to want to try. The vibes are cozy and the decor interesting. The price points span a good range so there's something for everyone. Definitely check out the wine specials. I picked up a dozen assorted bottles to fill up a wine rack that had gone empty, and I was able to do that for what turned out to be less than expected. Will definitely be returning once I need to do that again. Aside from the interesting selection of bottles and the friendly vibes, it's also cool to see new and quirky businesses popping up in areas that are undergoing a revitalization. You love to see it. Long story short this is a very cool spot that you should make it a point to visit. Take the wine lover in your life and let them marvel at the unique selection. Check out the wide array of gins in the bathtub up front. Spend some time browsing the shelves and you might find something you didn't expect to find. Great spot. Local owner. Cool vibes. Interesting selection of things that you might not see everywhere. Go there and check it out for yourself. You'll love it. read more

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LaNell has amazing international wines and hosts free wine tastings to introduce these wines. She knows so much about the industry and carries brandies, gins, whiskey, bitters, you name it. Best hidden gem in Birmingham. read more

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Such a cool place with a unique offering. LeNell was there the day I went and was so helpful and just a cool woman.

LeNell is very knowledgeable and friendly. Good at helping find what your looking for. Her place has unique products, and the Boutique has cozy and inviting atmosphere. We were looking for mint simple syrup for making Mint Juleps for the Kentucky Derby...and she had some! And a good bourbon too! Yay! read more

Ok this place is a vibe! Very thoughtfully curated collection of different spirits, oozing with personality. LeNell makes the whole experience the best. She's got little stories about all the different brands she carries. Definitely stop here read more

LeNell's has an incredible selection of unique liquors, wines, non-alcoholic options, and mixers. I got an orange wine that was so delicious. I asked LeNell herself if it was good and she said "I wouldn't sell anything I wouldn't drink myself." SOLD! The claw-foot gin tub, tile flooring, gorgeous wood cabinets, and sharply designed product labels make being inside LeNell's a fun experience. There is so much to LOOK AT! Not to mention, LeNell is a big personality that fills the space with an air of community that's hard to find these days. Everything inside is very fairly priced as well. You can easily buy a bottle of wine for under $20 and the liquor selection seems like standard pricing to me. If you need a specialty drink product, this is definitely the place to find it! read more

LeNell's Beverage Boutique - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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LeNell's has got it all figured out! This place is SUPER legit for all of your liquor and wine needs! The staff is BEYOND friendly and SUPER knowledgeable about the products in stock! Also did a wine tasting as well, for the mead honey wine. That was amazing! If you are ever in the downtown Alabama area, try our LeNell's for your liquor or wine needs! Tell them I sent you! LOL! read more

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My husband found this little gem on google and when we went through their Facebook page, we noticed Miss LeNell herself had a store pick Old Forrester. I called right away on December 23 and bought two bottles over the phone. So on Christmas Eve we came to pick up and I'm so happy we did!! The store was quaint but has so many amazing options. I want to say pieces because everything looks like art!! Miss LeNell was even there and talked to us for a good 10 minutes and even took a picture with me!! She said she's hoping to open her cafe/bar next door within 2 years. We are only in the area once a year but this place will be my top destination every time. Come support local if you're in the Birmingham area!! Everything about this place is fabulous; the decor, the displays, the options, even the owner herself!! read more

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LeNell's is where you go when you need a very specific liqueur, type of bitters or a large selection of mocktail ingredients. A lot of their stuff tends to be on the high side for pricing but man, if you need it in a pinch, they probably have it or can recommend a great substitute. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful and will sometimes even provide a taste test. The store decor is kind of like a mini museum to liquor and fun to wander around in with the bathtub gin definitely a centerpiece. read more

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Great place. She offers great, hard to find stuff. Great vibe in the store topped off by LeNell. She's a hoot. True gem of a place

Oh LeNell!! This was the cutest little beverage boutique on this side of the Mississippi River. Not sure if that is saying, but hey I used it. I had never heard of a beverage boutique until this place and I am so glad that I did. It's nestled in the community of Norwood in small building located next to a large vintage building that will be converted to a restaurant. I can't wait for that!! The owner was super sweet and so knowledgeable. She gave us a sample of Damiana. It's a liqueur made from the Damiana plant in Mexico. It is a light tequila with a very smooth sweet, mellow, woody flavor. It's great to try products before you purchase them. Did I forget to mention that there is an old fashioned bath tub filled with alcohol. And a beverage cooler that can cool a bottle of wine in 5 minutes. I mean Wow!! There are so many spirits that I had a time choosing what to buy. I can see myself becoming a frequent customer. I returned to purchase the Damiana that was sampled. Hannah was SSSOOO helpful. She was knowledgeable and super patient as I asked a million questions. This will definitely be a staple place to keep my bar stocked!! read more

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Was passing through Nashville and needed to pick up a bottle of rum. They seemed to have a selection of about 10-20 brands, only 1 I was familiar with. As the name implies, they specialize in boutique brands you probably can't get elsewhere. I picked up one - turns out not to my liking but it was worth a try. This is a small shop in a residential area with few nearby commercial businesses, located convenient to I65 north of the city. Be forewarned - this is not a place where you will find bottom-of-the-line priced booze. read more

Super adorable liquor boutique. It nothing like your typical package store. I love how the alcohol is almost like a decoration. It's kind off the beaten path but definitely worth the trip. I got to visit during a Yelp elite event and will definitely be back to stock up on my home bar. read more

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Decided to come out and celebrate LeNell's Birthday. There are some nice vendors and food trucks out. Desserts and entrees. There's entertainment and you can also sample some Mississippi gin. More entertainment is scheduled throughout the day. Happy 50th Lenell!! read more

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Would absolutely return when I'm in town. Such a cool vibe and the woman was extremely helpful to selecting the right bourbon for me. All boutique stuff (as you'd expect), and even samples of some stuff. The parking is odd and it's a little hard to find. But worth it. read more

Quaint eclectic and well rounded beverage store that checks all the boxes of a boutique wine and spirit shop. LeNell was extremely helpful as my wife and I stopped in to shop for my brother in-law with high dollar wine taste. She was very thorough and helped by explaining the unique stock that she keep on hand along with supporting sustainable and organic wine makers not stocked in the big box stores. She also had a great selection of spirits and my favorite bourbon. Great spot to shop for unique gifts, your "difficult" arm chair Sommeliers or Bourbon Hunters. Will be back for sure. read more

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I've been shopping at LeNell's since not long after they opened. I am a Liquor Fanatic and Avid Hunter. LeNell's is in a super neat little building a short distance from downtown Birmingham. I started shopping at LeNells for the harder to find things that I have trouble locating in the Birmingham area. Due to Alabama Laws LeNells is a little bit more expensive than a standard ABC store, but that was ok due to the hard to find Items that they had. Fast Forward to 2020. Then Covid happened. The past few times I have been into the store they have not had as many hard to find bottles as before. It's been a pretty standard selection of bottles. However, the prices have risen dramatically. It use to be a 20-50% Mark up. The last time I went in, I was seeing bottles marked up over 100%. I could kind of see that for very rare items, however, not on somewhat readily accessible items. Hopefully after covid passes, prices will be able to come back down. Even if you don't buy anything I do suggest walking around the store. It is a fun experience to see. LeNell's does offer a lot of free tastings fairly frequently. So add that to the list of positives. read more

This little shoppe is a gem! When purchasing a gift the staff is incredible. They are more knowledgeable than any package store staff. I've loved every visit to this store! It was here that I discovered my favorite vodka. It's organic, made in Hawaii and so dang smooth! read more

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This is a very unique place in the heart of Norwood- wow! I am really happy to see new life popping up in this once thriving neighborhood. LaNell's offers an array of beverages... something for everyone! The decor is modern, edgy and has a vintage feel to it. I absolutely love the old house that's on the property ; this house was built in 1908--- that was a great year! The owner has plans to have the historic home converted into a restaurant. I can't wait for this to become a reality! Without Yelp and Joy's party bus, I probably wouldn't have known that such a place existed. read more

This is a neat little place to buy and sample your favorite liquor. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Exceptional service and the little extras that are thrown in make it boutiquish for sure. Prices are a little hefty for some of the things that you can walk into a regular liquor store and get at any time. read more

Y'all, LeNell's is KILLING it and I am here for it. I first visited this beverage boutique to check out a tasting that I came across on Facebook. It's not far from downtown, located on the outskirts of Norwood near I-20. The building itself is very nice with a vintage twist unique to the owner. They have a varied selection of wines and spirits with a few beers, mixers and other accompaniments. They even have a system for special requests. The staff is absolutely delightful and are happy to answer any question you may have. I once spent 30 minutes talking about rum and what works well with what which I really appreciate. They have a few tastings a week that are always free. I love this aspect as I've had the chance to try lots of things I wouldn't have otherwise and really grown my bar because of that. But the thing to really love about LeNell's is their advocacy for the community. This business not only talks the talk but walks the walk. They are always going back to the community and trying to be a solution to its problems rather than adding to them. read more

Small store (approximately 200 SF) with limited inventory. Out of the normal areas in B'ham. read more

Cool little boutique with a variety of wine and liquor!!! Very welcoming place, I bought a bourbon chocolate that was delicious! Took a shout of Old Soul Bourbon from Mississippi and it was really smooth. Come check it out you won't be disappointed! read more

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Great establishment. Great customer service. Unique selections. Hidden gem i dont know why i have to write out a long review.

Very cute place. I really enjoyed my visit to LeNell's boutique, I learned a lot about wine & mezcal. The inventory is very unique and mindfully chosen. I love how they sell organic and biodynamic wines, and most items have a great background story that they are very knowledgeable of. I'm so excited for phase 2. This woman owned business is super cool and everyone needs to visit her. read more

LeNell's Beverage Boutique is simply phenomenal. I went for the Campesino Rum Party Launch. The atmosphere is so warm and inviting. They really do treat you like family. Ms. LeNell is the best ever. The way she cares for people truly is freeing and heartwarming! Lol I did not want to leave. Please go check them out! You will not be disappointed with their selection of spirits and excellent customer services. read more

LeNell's Beverage Boutique - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I cannot say enough good things about LeNell's! I was on the hunt for the perfect gift, and didn't especially want to wander around the ABC store (much more so with COVID). I emailed the staff at LeNell's with my thoughts and budget, and within an hour had a response from an employee with several different options! It was clear that they really cared about this gift and making sure it was special. Paying over the phone and picking up was super easy - we will for sure be repeat customers. It appears they have a unique collection and, as already highlighted, the staff knows and cares about their product! read more

LeNell's is the embodiment of everything that is best about the "shop local" experience. I made a stop by LeNell's yesterday to pick up a last minute Christmas present. As with all of my previous visits, it was a terrific experience. The staff at LeNell's is AMAZING! Knowable, thoughtful and can give excellent recommendations if you are looking for some guidance. They are never pushy or condescending (a welcome change from other places I've been) they make suggestions and are genuinely please to talk about their curated products. Another thing I love about this place, they can look up your past purchases to help you remember something you particularly enjoyed but can't remember the name of. They often have what I'd call a featured item(s) and host some really fun tastings events. read more

Amazing selection and staff that immediately make you feel like an old friend. You can find liquors and liqueurs you'll be hard pressed to find for such good prices and proximity to Birmingham. Many opportunities to try the stock and learn its history at one of the events hosted. read more

Such a nice little boutique! I had no idea what to expect walking in, but was very pleasantly surprised. It does not look like your average liquor store. I saw a lot of different and beautiful bottles, many I had never even heard of before. I bought myself a bottle of their organic vodka which was delicious. read more

So excited for this business to open! It's exactly what Birmingham and the lovely neighborhood of Norwood needs-- a fabulous selection of spirits, a great location, welcoming atmosphere, and an amazing gal running the whole thing. Having been a very frequent visitor to her last store in Brooklyn, I can say without a doubt that LeNell's never fails to deliver! read more

Our first visit to LeNell's was for a South African wine tasting. What great wines! We bought a bottle and another bottle of spirits. There were snacks to nibble on while we tasted wine. Great atmosphere! read more

Nice boutique. Whiskey is price gouged at some bottles over 50 percent standard prices. Angels Envy rye listed at $150 for example.

There are some very tasty drinks at this establishment. I only went once and I found this to be a hidden gem. I will definitely be revisiting this place in the very near future. They have some drinks that you probably wouldn't be able to get anywhere else. The staff seemed to be very knowledgeable of the beverages and they were friendly. Definitely worth checking out!!! read more

Awesome little boutique. They had Saz and it was reasonably priced. The help was also very knowledgeable and friendly.

I love this place!!!! So many selections and not the average booze! Lol I've been for two tasting so far, the Cathead Pecan Vodka, which is so amazing I had to re-up after my guests emptied it, and for the Campesino Rum. I purchased the Aged, it has a nice smoky vanilla note and goes well with gingerale and lime. Overall LeNell's is the perfect place to go for signature drink ingredients and off the path booze. I just love it. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

If you believe in revitalizing a neighborhood by moving in and rebuilding from the inside, you must come here. If you are an ardent supporter of women owned businesses, you must drive to the Norwood neighborhood of Birmingham and come here. If you want to see the incongruous picture of a child's playground behind a liquor store, you must come here. Oh, and if you love good whiskey, you must come here. The owner brings a strong reputation with her from New York where she owned a nationally recognized liquor store. Thankfully for Birmingham, she made the decision to bring her expertise here. Today was my first visit, and I forced myself to limit my purchase to only two new-to-me whiskeys, but I will go back! Small but efficiently laid out shop, multiple knowledgeable people to assist you with your purchase, and yes, there really is a playground out back! read more

Wonderful store with an excellent selection of bourbon and rye. Come here for quirky items that you can't find everywhere. Staff are excellent and knowledgeable. A fun place to shop. read more

This is not your run-of-the-mill liquor store. This is a real nice shop with an amazing collection of unique products. I was totally surprised with the variety of gins, whiskeys, and rums I've never seen. read more