Hamlet Liquor Store is always one of my go-to spots. The staff is chill, the selection is solid,…read moreand I always end up finding exactly what I need. I like going in there with my tight jacket on feeling like I'm about to make a business deal. Before I go watch Cade and them play basketball with my family, I usually stop in and grab some liquor. At the end of the day, it's just a reliable spot with good people and good vibes.

So we were staying at the Holiday Inn Express off the interstate and wanted a bottle of wine to go…read morewith our Buddy's pizza. Spotted the solid yelp reviews for Hamlet Liquor & Wine Basket and decided, even though it was out of the way, to head over, grab some vino and support a local business -- especially once with such a great name. Our enthusiasm was misplaced. The store was small, the selection was limited, and the prices were 30 percent higher than the same bottle at other stores. We were not greeted when we entered; were ignored as we browsed while the two women staffing the store talked loudly with one another, swearing a blue streak; and were not acknowledged when we eventually made for the door and walked out. Ended up getting a nice Josh cab sav @ the nearby Kroger for under $14, while Hamlet wanted $19 and change. To be or not to be? With this Hamlet, it's a big not.

I moved to the Novi / Walled Lake area about five years ago and have been a frequent customer at…read morethis store ever since. I'll often go in after watching a game at Bayside next door. They've got a good selection of wine, including several Michigan favorites, great selection of cognac, and scotch, as well as other spirits but the aforementioned always get my attention. They have always been a good spot to stop in and pick up a pack of some of your Bud / Miller / Coors type of stuff but they never really went too far into craft beer. They did carry Sierra Nevada and some Magic Hat but mostly the crowd pleaser beers. This was never a problem because they are so customer friendly in there that if I wanted something special they would just order it for me. Well upon a recent visit to pick up a requested bottle of St. Bernardus Abt. 12, I was struck by a sudden and overwhelming feeling of delight. Something fantastic has happened over at my local beer store. It has become a gem of a craft brew store with all of my favorites right there on the shelves. No longer will I drive 25 minutes to Holiday in Royal Oak when the vast majority of what I purchase there is now available basically within walking distance. Samuel Smith's Nut Brown! Weihenstephaner! Four packs of St. Bernardus! All of my favorites from Stone, Founder's and Great Lakes! Good things are happening over at Barrels of Wine in Walled Lake my friends. Do yourself a favor and check it out. I took advantage of the mix and match 6 packs of craft beers for an additional 10% off my total, one of the specials. My wife isn't the worlds biggest fan of craft beer but even she got excited about mixing and matching all of her favorites and even got some new ones to try. Why such a raving review for what some may see as just being a party store? Here's the bottom line, a small, family run local business has made a bold move in delegating a section of their store to a niche market and I can't drink all this beer myself. Go in and let them know they've made the right move. With so many fine micro breweries in Michigan you shouldn't be drinking the mass produced, filtered, flavorless, national conglomerate beers anyway. Buy local, support local business. 5 Stars.

Our registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, FNBUBBLES420 Org, had a highly troubling and…read moredisappointing experience. Eddie made repeated false and misleading statements regarding our organization's lawful ability to solicit and receive donations, despite our valid nonprofit status. In our view, his conduct not only misrepresented our organization to others, but also resulted in discriminatory treatment toward a legitimate local charitable organization committed to serving the community. FNBUBBLES420 Org exists to support individuals with disabilities, autism, PTSD, mental health challenges, physical challenges, service-related injuries, veterans, students, gamers, streamers, developers, and others in need through technology, accessibility resources, education, and community support. As an organization dedicated to helping underserved and vulnerable communities, it is especially concerning that we were subjected to this type of treatment. Rather than approaching the matter in a fair, objective, and professional manner, the actions taken were dismissive, prejudicial, and harmful to our organization's reputation. The situation became even more concerning when FNBUBBLES420 Org was banned from the Walled Lake Community Group while these false and misleading statements were being made. Being excluded under those circumstances was unjust, damaging, and deeply discouraging. As an organization dedicated to helping others, we expected accuracy, fairness, and respectful engagement. Community groups should uphold those standards, especially when interacting with lawful nonprofit organizations working to support individuals and families in need. Unfortunately, our experience reflected the opposite. Based on how our organization was treated, we have serious concerns regarding both the misleading nature of the statements made and the discriminatory manner in which our nonprofit was handled.

Always a destination store! They have everything:) The selection is one of the best I have ever…read moreseen. Customer Service is great. The store is up to date and the owners are always improving the ambiance of the store. I always feel welcomed and appreciated when I shop here.

Awesome selection of alcohol, friendly and helpful service. Bryan will help you with anything you…read moreneed, I asked him about coconut juice with pineapple and he now stocks it. This is my favorite party store and you can also buy their t-shirts that say "I'll make you Famous" or "I'm Famous." If there's a hard to find beer or if you feel like experimenting with something new, definitely go here! They'll also advise you with ideas of what goes with what for different drink ideas.

The Very Best EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE AND VERY CLEAR UP TO DATE ON WHAT IS NEW even up a special…read moreorder for me I recommend this store. They have truly changed the store and turned everything around.

Wasn't the nicest lace I've been too. Place seemed shady to me but they did have some hard to get…read moreproducts. It's not close to my home so I won't be frequenting it but I will go back for the hard to find liquor.

Great selection! Great service! Very friendly and very helpful with suggestions. Would recommend!…read moreThe team working the counter is very knowledgeable!

sold me expired coffee it was expired on 4/4/24 bought it 5/4/24. really weird in my opinion…read more.. hopefully nothing else in there is expired. if you go make sure you check lol

I've been coming here for years and my mother Kim we to work here. Every time I come back from…read moreVegas tell always come here as it's close and Convenient.

I called from out of State wishing to buy a present of Champagne for friend for a birthday…read morecelebration. Lea could not have been sweeter! Made some great suggestions! Handled the whole process- and even offered to seal the deal with Happy Birthday on the bag! All awaiting pick-up for the B-Day girl!! Lovely XOXXOXOXO

This is a cozy little place, we only stayed for a beer because they were packed. But the atmosphere…read morewas really nice and friendly, plus the dark lager I had was pretty good a the staff was also very friendly.

Love the beer here! They also sell their beer in cans and it's cheaper to get here than it is to…read moreget in most stores. If you grab a beer here and tell them it's to go, they put it in a plastic cup and you can walk around downtown with it, how cool is that?! They don't have a kitchen but you can bring in your own food, also super cool!

Very helpful and friendly party store with a good selection given their size. Everyone there works…read moreto learn your name and provide items you need. A great place for any quick party store needs.

Great guys! Friendly helpful good prices and selection. Recommend 100% I like cold beer and they…read morehave it.