Dan's Liquor

 

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John W.

Austin, TX

A trip to Spec's is an expensive, time-consuming ordeal, like Disneyland.  In contrast, Twin Liquors on Burnet is always fun and friendly, like a novelty shop.  The staff treat me like I've been going there for years (I haven't), which is charming and at the same time just a little creepy.  They know how to make you proud of your wisely selected bottles:
 "You know what, this is made with 1% Gewurztraminer so it's just a little bit buttery but also crisp."
 "They make this with a wild cousin of the agave.  It's hand-harvested on mountainous slopes of Chihuahua."
 "This is bottled in glass containing Plutonium-238 to keep the magic, thermophilic pixies inside happy."

I'm only making one of those up.

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Uncle D.

Austin, TX

Dan's recently became Twin Liquors, although I believe they have been owned by that local liquorium for some time now. No noticeable change in staff, service, or selection - all of which are excellent. A good spectrum of wines, not huge (see Grapevine or Spec's), pretty well weighted in to $10-$20 range which is where most of our bread is buttered.
The liquor selection is great and the staff really know what they have and *why they have it*. They carry a great selection of mixers, which most liquor stores neglect, and they carry a few "harder to find" items like Lillet and Noyeaux. Good prices, easy parking, in and out quick (you can't say that about the bigger places).

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teri s.

Austin, TX

my recommendation for this place is due to the staff, not necessarily their products.  they have a core group of 3 people (2 ladies and a gentleman) that are so friendly and cool.  i have only been a handful of other places since i moved here and now i refuse to buy my liquor anywhere else!  i'll also let you in on a little secret which is that they'll order special products for you if you're a good customer.  we got them to carry some of the victory beers.  go there and pick up a 6 pack of storm king!

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