Liquor shops might have moved from shady corners to upmarket malls, but it’s still not the most comfortable space for a woman to browse through and usually garners some raised eyebrows. So what does a modern femme fatale do when she wants to figure out which vintage to choose for her Christmas dinner and what whiskey to buy for her own collection? Well, that’s easy – just use our list of the 6 swanky spots in town that will change your alcohol buying experience.
La Cave
The newest entrant on this list, La Cave is an exclusive wine-first shop that stocks the best labels from across the world. Literally meaning the cellar, this posh spot is wine connoisseur Madhulika Bhattacharya’s baby and she has ensured it’s the most woman-friendly shop in Delhi. Elegant and chic interiors welcome you, while well-informed attendants take you through the more than 200 labels available. With bottles from Chile, Argentina, France, New Zealand and more – each grape is represented and the bottles are classified according to their country of origin. Once you tell them what interests you, the attendant takes special care that your exact requirements are taken care. You can also get expert advice from their in-house sommelier who can help you pair your wine with the right kind of food. Plus, there’s a premium wine cellar that’s placed in the center of the store along with a separate La Cave Prestige section featuring the likes of Chateau Palmer alongside shelves with some of the finest vodka, gin and beer brands.
Where: Select Citywalk, First Floor, Saket
Timings: 11 am to 10 pm
Call them on 011-46544210
High Times
This state-run liquor shop is bright and expansive. Housing a premium range that includes everything from Johnnie Walker#39;s Blue Label to Glenfiddich, most of the buyers here are ones who prefer imported wine, beer and high-end Scotch. Being located in a busy mall makes it a comfortable store for female customers and the fully air-conditioned outlet also has trained staff that can help you choose from various wines.
P.S: They also have a branch in Connaught Place.
Where: DLF Place Mall, Ground Floor, District Centre, Saket
Timings: 9 am to 10 pm
Call them on 011-4140 8268
Wine Beer Shop
The ladies only section at this otherwise generic wine and beer shop in Star City Mall literally rolls out the red carpet for its female customers. The shelfs are stacked with some of the finest whiskey, wines and liqueurs around, but what got us excited is that they have a female attendant who will help you make the right choice. A huge white couch with magazines is placed right in the middle of the action, so you can choose at leisure and wait while the attendant puts your order together.
Where: Star City Mall, Mayur Vihar Phase 1
Timings: 10am to 10 pm
Call them on 011-22715976
Spencer’s – The Wine Spirits Section
Located on Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, this outlet of Spencer’s is our go-to for their exclusive wine and spirits section. With over 250 options in a varying price range, they house some of the best old and new world wines. You can walk through their visually appealing shelves with an amicable staff around to assist and provide inputs. The warm and comforting ambience as well as safe location makes it a great place for ladies. The best part is their first-of-its-kind wine and cheese section, which is open to all.
Where: MGF Mega City Mall, Main Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Gurgaon
Timings: 10 am to 9.45 pm
Call them on 0124-4375331
Lakeforest Wines
Gurgaon seems to be the best bet for women buying booze and this fine retail shop run under the expert supervision of Neeraj Sachdeva is another prime example. Armed with some of the best Californian wines apart from popular beers like Amstel Light and Murphy#39;s Irish Stout – the racks here are filled with everything you could want but mainly caters to vino lovers. Well-informed staff, elegant interiors and a location right in the middle of Galleria make it an easy pick and go.
Where: SG-7, Galleria Market, Amaltas Drive, DLF City Phase IV, Gurgaon-02
Timings: 9 am to 10 pm
Call them on 9654946296
Sugar Spice – Le Marche
Standing in a mall that sees a heavy expat inflow and caters largely to Japanese and Korean clientele, this Le Marche houses a beer and wine section next to the cash counter promoting impulse buys. While the brews include some rare pints and bottles as well as Japanese sake and beer, they also have a decent collection of high-end and mid level wines. The staff isn’t very clued in, but since it#39;s stationed inside a superrmarket, you can easily pick up everything you need for a party at home!
Where: South Point Mall, Golf Course Road, DLF Phase 5, Gurgaon
Timings: 9 am to 10 pm
Call them on 0124-4898451
Liquor shops might have moved from shady corners to upmarket malls, but it’s still not the most comfortable space for a woman to browse through and usually garners some raised eyebrows. So what does a modern femme fatale do when she wants to figure out which vintage to choose for her Christmas dinner and what whiskey to buy for her own collection? Well, that’s easy – just use our list of the 6 swanky spots in town that will change your alcohol buying experience.
La Cave
The newest entrant on this list, La Cave is an exclusive wine-first shop that stocks the best labels from across the world. Literally meaning the cellar, this posh spot is wine connoisseur Madhulika Bhattacharya’s baby and she has ensured it’s the most woman-friendly shop in Delhi. Elegant and chic interiors welcome you, while well-informed attendants take you through the more than 200 labels available. With bottles from Chile, Argentina, France, New Zealand and more – each grape is represented and the bottles are classified according to their country of origin. Once you tell them what interests you, the attendant takes special care that your exact requirements are taken care. You can also get expert advice from their in-house sommelier who can help you pair your wine with the right kind of food. Plus, there’s a premium wine cellar that’s placed in the center of the store along with a separate La Cave Prestige section featuring the likes of Chateau Palmer alongside shelves with some of the finest vodka, gin and beer brands.
Where: Select Citywalk, First Floor, Saket
Timings: 11 am to 10 pm
Call them on 011-46544210
High Times
This state-run liquor shop is bright and expansive. Housing a premium range that includes everything from Johnnie Walker#39;s Blue Label to Glenfiddich, most of the buyers here are ones who prefer imported wine, beer and high-end Scotch. Being located in a busy mall makes it a comfortable store for female customers and the fully air-conditioned outlet also has trained staff that can help you choose from various wines.
P.S: They also have a branch in Connaught Place.
Where: DLF Place Mall, Ground Floor, District Centre, Saket
Timings: 9 am to 10 pm
Call them on 011-4140 8268
Wine Beer Shop
The ladies only section at this otherwise generic wine and beer shop in Star City Mall literally rolls out the red carpet for its female customers. The shelfs are stacked with some of the finest whiskey, wines and liqueurs around, but what got us excited is that they have a female attendant who will help you make the right choice. A huge white couch with magazines is placed right in the middle of the action, so you can choose at leisure and wait while the attendant puts your order together.
Where: Star City Mall, Mayur Vihar Phase 1
Timings: 10am to 10 pm
Call them on 011-22715976
Spencer’s – The Wine Spirits Section
Located on Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, this outlet of Spencer’s is our go-to for their exclusive wine and spirits section. With over 250 options in a varying price range, they house some of the best old and new world wines. You can walk through their visually appealing shelves with an amicable staff around to assist and provide inputs. The warm and comforting ambience as well as safe location makes it a great place for ladies. The best part is their first-of-its-kind wine and cheese section, which is open to all.
Where: MGF Mega City Mall, Main Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Gurgaon
Timings: 10 am to 9.45 pm
Call them on 0124-4375331
Lakeforest Wines
Gurgaon seems to be the best bet for women buying booze and this fine retail shop run under the expert supervision of Neeraj Sachdeva is another prime example. Armed with some of the best Californian wines apart from popular beers like Amstel Light and Murphy#39;s Irish Stout – the racks here are filled with everything you could want but mainly caters to vino lovers. Well-informed staff, elegant interiors and a location right in the middle of Galleria make it an easy pick and go.
Where: SG-7, Galleria Market, Amaltas Drive, DLF City Phase IV, Gurgaon-02
Timings: 9 am to 10 pm
Call them on 9654946296
Sugar Spice – Le Marche
Standing in a mall that sees a heavy expat inflow and caters largely to Japanese and Korean clientele, this Le Marche houses a beer and wine section next to the cash counter promoting impulse buys. While the brews include some rare pints and bottles as well as Japanese sake and beer, they also have a decent collection of high-end and mid level wines. The staff isn’t very clued in, but since it#39;s stationed inside a superrmarket, you can easily pick up everything you need for a party at home!
Where: South Point Mall, Golf Course Road, DLF Phase 5, Gurgaon
Timings: 9 am to 10 pm
Call them on 0124-4898451