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Gonzocook Mar 27, 2009 10:32 AM

Which DC/Md. liquor store has best range of liqueurs?

Virginia's ABC stores have only a limited spectrum of liqueurs and other out-of-the ordinary spirits. So it looks like I'll have to cross the river if I want to find some of the cordials, aperitifs, etc. that I've tasted on foreign travels.

Which stores have the widest range of things such as Cynar, Aperol, Centerbe, Croatian cherry liqueur, infused grappas, amaros, etc.? And, while we're at it, are there any bars or restaurants in DC or Maryland that are notable for an extensive liqueur/aperitif selection?

Thanks

  1. monkeyrotica Sep 9, 2011 06:19 AM

    Schneider's of Capitol Hill has a decent selection of apertifs. Some ABC stores have better selections than others. The one near me (Belle Haven) carries Cynar, grappas, that German honey liqueur, as well as armagnac and Suntory whisky.

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      agarnett100 Sep 9, 2011 07:31 AM

      I would also try The Montgomery County Liquor 8715 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD they have a large selection. (240) 773-2021
      Also try Ace beverage - in NW202-966-4444
      and Corridor Wine & Spirits (301) 617-8507

      I would call to see if they have what you are looking for

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        kliu08 Sep 23, 2011 07:03 PM

        A quick update: corridor wine & spirits carries the full range of drillaud's liquers, as well as a good selection of montbisou and mathilde. A number of good amaro's. I saw Aperol, Campari, Fernet, Menta, Punt e Mes, Maraschino Amaro, some others. Notably missing was Cynar. Good collection of vermouths as well, some in small bottles, but no Dolin.

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      odkaty Sep 9, 2011 03:55 AM

      To spare you a drive: Rips (Bowie and Waldorf locations) has a great liquor, beer and wine selection. Not so great on the liqueurs.

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        kliu08 Sep 8, 2011 07:14 PM

        The Montgomery County Liquor store at 16535 South Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg has a very impressive selection for a county-run place. Good prices too.

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          pineapple sage Mar 27, 2009 01:11 PM

          It takes a little bit of digging but Ace Beverage has an interesting selection. I was there yesterday and at the register they had a variety of interesting liqueurs including lychee.

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            chenry1203 Mar 29, 2009 04:42 PM

            The wine corridor off of 198 and 295 has a really big wine, liquor and beer selection

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