Very good service and felt confident in the wine selection/curation by the owner. Not sure about…read morethe couple negative reviews. We thought the owner was super welcoming, kind, and helpful. We will be back!

The fellow in here was absolutely so helpful. I was surprised many wine shops. They just point you…read morein the direction or ask you what you want I didn't know what I wanted and he was just the best.

Still no credit cards- so what, who cares…read more The friendly owner named "Teri" is well aware of critical comments re: her "no credit card policy" on Yelp, yeah she read it, not bothered, no plans on changing a thing. Quoting some study from somewhere, Teri said most people have more cash laying around in their car then they know. If they desperately dig around they'll scrape up enough to get that bottle of Jack. In a way she is doing a public service, cleaner cars for all! This place is small, really small. But completely adequate and worth a visit; bring cash!

Have been buying all my liquor and wine here since 1979! Its like a currier and ives old fashioned…read morein house store with basic selections. No frills no hype no high prices. Cozy place with lotsa plants and warm conversation with longtime local owner Terri. Cash is king and keeps things simple. Even the old sign outside is simple of an era gone by..but we love it! A Rhinebeck treasure!

I called with a simple question. I am visiting the area from out of State and would like to know…read morethe three most popular IPA beer brands sold at this particular Beer World. The answer I received from the guy whom answered the phone was " We have a lot of beer here. Just come in and we will guide you". Why can't you answer a simple question?

Who knew Ulster County would have beers from around the world AND the best selection of…read morenon-alcoholic beers EVER?! YASS! Since Covid, can't drink alcohol :( There's a redemption center for the mandatory 5 cent deposits. They even have hard-to-find Norwegian Nøgne! And there have 30+ choices of keg beer. Also fill your own growler choices.

Like Thanksgiving year around! Treat yourself to some great sommeliers and a wonderful selection.read more

I was a frequent customer to this establishment and I always enjoyed my experience and their low…read moreprices, until I was accused by a clerk that I drank too much because I bought a few boxes of wine every few days. Today is Thanksgiving so I bought another box yesterday seeing that I was not expecting more guests. I hope everyone boycotts this establishment due to their unprofessionalism.

Yesterday, I had the worst day, Ever! Plz don't ask. I decided it was an expensive tequila day…read more Like I can do a whole lot of damage with that anymore lol. I think I need to date myself tho lol. I'm a very cheap date now. Shh, don't tell anyone plz lol. 3 sips of my expensive tequila & it was suddenly today. Yay! I tried calling a few Liquor Stores, before speaking with Terrence at Merchant Wines & failed miserably. Terrence is a new hero to me now! Honestly, I've tried moving a pic to here. Nope. Part of my crap leftover mood, from past few weeks! Terrence didn't have any problems with me asking him questions about the tequila he had available or Knew about, nor about the Tequila I was looking for. He even Knew about the Mescal I was looking for! It's never available in States! Holy you know what here! WoW! He had none of the Mescal, but spoke with me at length about the Tequila he had. I told him my spending range & he told me what he had & Could Deliver To Me Too! WoW! What a difference A Phone Call makes!!! To a different Store! Add Terrence, et voila! Magic happens! I settled on expensive-expensive Tequila, written twice on purpose here lol. It is, but damnnn is it delish! It arrived within the hour. About 20 years ago I quit drinking. Couldn't stand taste or smells of alcohol! Alcohol is empty calories, just like fake foods. So, I just quit drinking. Wasn't hard, just smelling it on others. Yuck. Sorry. In other words, this was my 1st alcohol in 20 years. Yup. Now do you understand why 3 sips?! But, I did drink outta bottle like a pirate! Fun. Terrence went to trouble of explaining the distillation process of tequila, I was now panting for, to me. Guess he couldn't hear me panting lol. He was not only Professional, he was Kind & Patient! Funny too. I was cussing like a sailor yesterday! I took my fowl (lol foul, I know! Ok?!) language muzzle off! He just said, "Not a problem!" Each time, I apologized for my language muzzle being off completely! A gentleman too! Holy moly-diff word wants out badly now! Nope! I'm serious! He couldn't have been more perfect if he'd tried! Not kidding here! He "warned" me, about how the tequila was processed to be clear. He explained that it might have lost some of its earthy flavors in this process. While I may not have been drinking, doesn't mean I haven't been keeping abreast of Industry! Well, not just abreast lol. Nevermind me plz! Nope! I even called him back after 1st sip & told him it was soo good. Yumm I'd completely forgotten how absolutely lovely numb can feel. Especially for a few minutes! I love being Alive, but, please forgive my language here-You were warned! Life ain't for puzies! I guess unless you're a cat. Pbtt. Numb is ok, if done under my unblinking eyes lol. Well, for me anyway! Terrence man, You saved me yesterday! Thank You Sir! I am indebted to you now. Thank you for your kindness, your time, your efforts & the absolutely perfect tequila yesterday! Thank You Every Day Sir, for your Respectful Kindness towards me, when I was literally falling apart Sir! It's Your Treatment Of Me I Shall Never Ever Forget! Not to mention any future sips of Excellent Tequila I drink. Holy Yumm! Infinite Thanks Terrence! Jolie xx & gratitude

Big selection and best prices I've found in the area. The staff is helpful. Highly recommend.read more

Interesting selection of wines, spirits, and hard ciders. I liked how helpful the employee was when…read morewe came in, explained the different local ciders they sell and also the wine she offered a tasting of. You'll definitely find something you want to try if you come here.

Impressively knowledgable staff!…read more Both times I've been, the level of detail they were tell share was really helpful.

Great selection Reasonable prices…read more Found something I've been searching for. Knowledgeable staff.

Fantastic Family owned and operated store, always well stocked and clean. And The staff is always…read morefriendly and helpful !! Highly Recommend !!!