There was a time when you could visit a local butcher shop, be greeted by name and receive recommendations. The butcher was an expert. He would cut your meats specifically to your specifications, give you ideas on food preparations and tell you the daily specials. This was also the same for produce markets. The produce guy would tell you what farm your corn came from, tell you which apples made the best pie and probably offer you a sample of the fresh strawberries that just arrived.
What does this have to do with beer? Well, this is the same experience I had when I arrived at the Wine and Beer boutique on Justison Street at The Riverfront in Wilmington. I found a six pack of 21st Ammendment Fireside Chat, their holiday spiced ale. Venu Gaddamidi, the owner must have noticed because he quickly informed me that 21st Ammendment Alies Win the War was coming soon. This was a great recommendation because I just viewed a video review recently on this beer. We talked about how Verita's beer selection started with just over 30 beers and have increased their selection to over 300 in just 2 and a half years.
I found it quite easy to find what I wanted as well as finding beers I have yet to try. The owners really know their beers. In addition to the many 6 packs available, they have broken quite a few apart for customers to design their own six packs.
Their knowledge and customer service goes beyond just the in store visit. Visit their web site and find sales and Seasonal recommendations on their blog. I like the post titled 6 Hoptastic IPA's for your next six pack. http://www.sipveritas.com/2011/10/6-hop-tastick-ipas-for-your-next-six-pack/.
So what do beer geeks like myself want from a craft beer store? Well, we want an extensive selection. We want to see new and seasonal beers, and we love to talk beer as well. You will get all of this in a friendly, informative and comfortable setting at Veritas Wine Shop.
For more information on Verita's Wine Shop visit their web site http://www.sipveritas.com/
Happy New Year and Drink Local.
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