Better value and variety elsewhere.... I THINK NOT!!! I think I need to just say great service and ambiance for its "genre" ... need I say more!? :) read more

Just had a pretty good experience ordering from them online. I'm out in Cali where, it turns out, it's really hard to get Midwestern microbrews. Namely, Great Lakes' Brewing's devilishly tasty Edmund Fitzgerald Porter. (It's almost like a slightly mocha-chocolatey stout. Thx Tom R. for introducing me to this!) When I ordered, they didn't seem to be familiar with shipping to Cali but we got it sorted out. (If you care about the details: to my knowledge, it is allowed as long as you have a sober 21+ person sign for the shipment, but they didn't seem to know this and emailed me to request a photocopy of my DL and CC which of course struck me as an ID theft nightmare request so I refused... having been 21 for a darn long time. They later just shipped it with the customary UPS sticker saying it must go only to someone sober and 21+. Clearly, if underage drinking is your goal, ordering online isn't going to make it any easier.) Anyway, the beer price was fair enough but the shipping cost was painful... and be advised that (even at 100%+ markup) shipping charges do _not_ count towards their $50 minimum for shipping an order. Worth it for a special occasion. read more

Terribly disappointed in this location. I did an internet search for "liquor delivery Minneapolis." I chose Merwin because it was close to home and a business in my neighborhood. When I called the store at 445 pm on Saturday, 12/10/16, I was informed that they did not deliver liquor. I told them that I found them in an internet search, but was told that it was wrong and that they did not deliver. I hope they can correct the system so they don't appear incorrectly. Being currently housebound I am not able to get out and hoped someone could help. I'll shop elsewhere. read more

Merwin is clean, updated, and real friendly. Whatever you need, they probably have. You might be the minority, but you'll win the majority vote. Friendly staff at the checkout is usually joking with you. Always wishing everyone a good night, unlike stuck up Surdyk's. Go get some beer here and feel real again. read more

These guys are good. Had to order a bottle of Hennessy XO for my boyfriends birthday and I couldn't find it anywhere in my area. So I found this place on Amazon and ordered directly from them. When i received the box in the mail and opened it up I was shocked to see that my order was wrong. I called them immediately and because of the time difference since I'm in California I left a message. The next morning I wrote and email and called maybe an hour later and John answered the phone. I told him what happened and he was already reading my email and read some if it back to me. Such a relief that even if I didn't call my email was being read. John was very helpful and kind over the phone. My order was corrected immediately and I received the right bottle in time for the party. These guys are really good about customer service. If I can't find another bottle these guys will be the first place I look. read more

Went in here yesterday. Not one single employee's mask covered both nose and mouth. Some weren't wearing masks at all. I figured I'd get in and get out. Approaching the register, I asked the cashier very politely if she'd pull her mask up over her nose. Her response: "Go to a different store. You can go to a different store." She wouldn't ring up my purchase; she told me to set it on the counter and leave. That's right, folks: I was DENIED SERVICE at a store for asking its employee to wear a mask properly. read more

They use false information to promote their products.For example from their description bottle would be bottled in Guatemala, but you will receive some other country. It is sad. After all anticipation and waiting it is such a big disappointment. Bottles bottled in some other countries very easily can be purchased from other stores online. I would not say they are the cheapest. I was able to find better deals on first page when used Google search. maybe when they have sale on common wines they are cheap... read more

For the most part all liquor stores are the same. Provided they have what you need there really isn't a difference from one to another. The thing that makes a difference is the expierence you have inside. I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon and I agree with the previous reviews of Merwins being sketchy. The parking lot was really dirty and covered in empty mini bottles of liquor. A group of men were hanging out outside the doors making it hard to get in. Once inside, the store is well organized and clean. I was able to find what I needed which was great because there were no employees walking around. I got in line to check out and was asked three times if I wanted to buy drugs by other customers. There were four employees behind the counter but only one of them was checking out customers. I wasn't carded which is fine since I'm over twenty-one but that never happens. I'm supposed they don't card if you look under 40, espically in this neighborhood. North Minneapolis has a bunch of liquor stores to choose from and I will definitely be picking a different one next time. read more

They at times close early and dont even care that they closed early. I went on 12-20-2019 I was there at 9:45 and they were closed. You could see them counting down the registers . One employee came out of the office looked at me thru the window and just rolled his shoulders and kept walking. This was the store in Brooklyn Park. There were two were two employees working now that's just..... read more

Went to Merwin Liquors for the first time last evening... Needless to say, I was blown away by the customer service I received there. One associate in particular, Adam, had a wine and spirits knowledge that was remarkably impressive. His ability to educate me on finer bourbons and wine resulted in my wallet getting progressively lighter... Thankfully, their prices are ridiculously good so the damage wasn't nearly what I thought it would be. Don't let the store's location or customer base throw you off, this place is worth the trek. If still unsure, utilize their free delivery service to get your drink on... Either way, I assure you that you will be impressed by their selection, service, and prices. read more

Great prices, fast and FREE LOCAL DELIVERY, great selection, what more do you want?? Free booze? Ok, yeah that would definitely make it a 5 star rating but I guess they need to make money. I really like Merwins. It seems like they really care about their customers. read more

I've loved Merwins long time, and still do, especially because now they deliver to my house (about 10 miles away!!). The only reason they don't get 5 stars though, is because every time I order online for next day delivery something goes wrong. ( EX: products not in stock and I either don't get them or they make lame substitutions, no driver on duty so I go boozless for the weekend waiting, or wrong product shipped) They also gon't give a time window in advance for delivery, which cancause problems because someone (21+) needs to be home to sign for it. They usually (but not always) call when they're on the way, which works for me since I have aweome neighbors that can always help me out with that, at least. The store is very good; with a nice selection, promotions (sign up for the card!), and fair to average prices. It has the best price on Jager', Greygoose, and a wonderful online selection of Scotch and whiskeys. Service is good and there's always security at the door, or in the parking lot, because there are some rowdy patrons (I love coming here at 9:45 on a Friday night. haha!). I'd give it 5 stars if only www.shopmerwins.com delivery deal was more reliable, read more

This is a review for the online experience. Merwin liquors had a great selection and it wasn't hard to find exactly what I wanted from their extensive collection (the reason I selected them). I Used PayPal which was convenient for me, and UPS ground since it was reasonably cool making shipping under $15 for two bottles. I placed the order on the 13th, a Thursday Night, it was packed and shipped to Iowa on the 28th, a Friday, And it arrived on Oct 1, a Monday. No problems with the order, and while two weeks to processes is long by today's standards generally around a week is pretty standard for Special order alcohol so no problems there. If I need to ship specialty liquor to Iowa again I'll check Merwin first for their selection and ability to ship where I need it. read more

I am in Denver, Colorado and they were able to ship to me what I can't get in Colorado. The service and the packaging was excellent. I am hoping they get the issues resolved with UPS and FEDEX soon and I am wanting to place a few more orders! If you are local I would suggest this place 1000% read more

I can't honestly say I've been to either of the Merwin stores, but I bought some good, cheap booze and some nice peckerwood hand delivered it to me like a champ. Unlike my father, I can live without having milk delivered to my door, but having my choice of cheap drink handed to me brings a tear to my eye. Good online selection and great service, can't really ask for more. read more

Terrible experience at this store. They "can't" swipe cards and are unwilling to type in a debit card number, so you have to use their ATM if you want to purchase anything. They didn't take the coupon off my bill. This store always has people loitering out front, sometimes employees, making it difficult for people to get in the store. The employees are constantly yelling while people are waiting in line and it's just an absolute mess. Won't return! Go to River Liquors instead! read more

Really great service! Friendly and fast. Best prices I've found in the Twin Cities. We don't buy liquor anywhere else anymore.

I went to Miami last year on vacation and bought Absolut Miami Vodka and it was delicious.Strong, and had me feeling great with no hangover the next day.So I went back to NY thinking how i'm going to have my family fall in love with it also but after 8 stores I learned that they do not sell this brand because it is limited edition.I went online and found Merwin Liquors.I purchased 3 bottles which came out to $80.00 on December 26 and can you believe I just got it TODAY on December 29?This company is the best.Fast shipping.And I wasn't expecting it until another 2 weeks.Now I can have it for New Years.I am so happy.The only drawback is the shipping was $16.00 but the alcohol was on sale for only $21.99 when in New York, Absolut is $30.00 or more each, not including tax so i actually got a decent deal.Thanks Merwin for allowing me to have an even better New Years :) read more

So I was approached by panhandlers pulling into the lot, in the lot, the main door, then the actual door then inside as well. There "so called security" was sitting on the shelve watching. It has really changed since Louis has left!!!! I would rather spend 10.00 extra dollars someplace else. read more