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Pennsylvania Libations
2103 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, United States
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Pennsylvania Libations

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Ta
Review №1

Good place, very nice music and you get up to 4 samples of a variety choices. Amazing customer service!! Reasonable rates...will go back

Je
Review №2

This place is a must if you are in the Strip! Fantastic selection of spirits and super knowledgeable staff. Today we got to do a tasting and it was super fun! The person pouring knew the background of every spirit and made great suggestions for cocktails.

Sa
Review №3

Great place in the Strip. The employees are friendly and knowledgeable. You can try the products before you buy.

Ri
Review №4

Great store. Friendly staff. Becky was awesome helping our large group today. Well be back.

Ly
Review №5

Top notch customer service! Knowledgeable about product and helpful in finding what we needed.We love to stock up when we are in town. Thanks again. We will see you again next year.

Ke
Review №6

My wife and I were in town from Rochester, NY visiting family and came to the strip district with her cousins. This store was one of the highlights of the trip. The staff was incredible, their knowledge of each sprit was amazing. When walking in the door there was a barrel display with different whiskeys. There was a peanut butter whiskey by Xplorer of Allentown that I wanted to try as I was intrigued, there was no bottle open so the staff found one opened it and commenced with a tasting. Liked it so much we bought 2 bottles, who knew. I would definitely recommend this as a must stop when in the area.

NO
Review №7

Amazing Wonderful Delightful!The first ever taste b4 u buy store and in Pittsburgh to boot. WOW!Dana is the most knowlegable person I was extremely impressed by her. She knows the items they sell and does a fantastic job in steering you to what you like. I Highly recommend a visit here, you will buy something, its inevitable.

Ca
Review №8

A really nice place to get Pennsylvania made liquors. It was open for samples when I was there. The staff is knowledgeable about the products. Love to see places embracing local crafts (booze). The prices are reasonable too considering much of the booze if from smaller distilleries.

Sh
Review №9

Very friendly staff. Love that you can sample selection prior to purchasing. Great selection to choose from.

Ke
Review №10

Stopped in a couple of weekends ago with my wife and kids and had a wiskey tasting,Dana was very knowledgeable about the whiskey and very pleasant and helpful.I ended up purchasing a bottle of Half-town it was very good.So you need to stop in and check out the place you wont be disappointed.

An
Review №11

Great place for unique liquors

Ti
Review №12

Absolutely love going here. Ever time we take a trip to the strip its a must stop. My husband loves the bloody Mary mix they offer.

Je
Review №13

Great vibe, friendly people. Definitely an experience and not just shopping.

Em
Review №14

Its always fun shopping here! The selection is unique, and the staff are deeply knowledgeable about the products.

Cl
Review №15

Wonderful selection! They often have free tastings, and are more than happy to help you discover a new wine or spirit. Recommended!

Lo
Review №16

I would have given a 4 star rating however, I ordered the Pink Gin and am very disappointed. Gin is one of my favorite spirits and I found this product offensive to my palette. The description definitely did not match the flavor profile. It tastes nothing like gin. Upon opening the bottle, I smelled a tequila fragrance (but not a favorable tequila). Upon tasting it, I could not swallow it. It tasted like cheap tequila and I dumped my drink down the sink. For the high price, I would expect a better product. Very disappointed and would not recommended.

Do
Review №17

My experience started walking through the doors of this establishment I was greeted with a smile and asked if I needed any help. The employee then walked me around almost like it was a tour but with alcohol made here in PA and they are very knowledgeable on their product. The atmosphere here is fantastic and I would definitely recommend to friends and family. One of the best parts is it is all try before you buy so you dont end up with something you dont like.

Ma
Review №18

Being a big fan of gin, this store had a huge assortment. Many, if not all, distilled in PA. Great staff. We bought four bottles of various spirits and the prices were very competitive. Cant wait to go back again.

To
Review №19

Hi,I visited the store Sunday afternoon, May 19, 2019 for the first time. I enjoyed the experience, bought three bottles. Becky Signorello sales representative treated us very nice. She was very informative about the Spirits we enjoyed her company. Highly, recommend stopping at the store when youre down shopping at the Strip District.New Loyal Customer,Tom,Greene County, PA

As
Review №20

Good selection of beer and knowledgeable staff. Love it!

Kr
Review №21

Went down for the first time, I can honestly say Ive never had a better experience. The employees all seem nice, I never tried a hand crafted liquior before today and its just amazing!!! I bought the Forefathers number 5 Pink Jin ...gives off an amazing aroma, with a great taste to finish😊 very satisfied, thanks Pennsylvania libations.

Ma
Review №22

As usual Dana and Danielle were awesome. Their knowledge of their products was amazing and their patience in explaining things was great. This place is definitely a must stop when visiting the Strip District. Definitely a highlight each trip we make there!

Do
Review №23

I was done with the LCB online access so I went local. I ordered after hours and at noon the next day I was called to tell me my order will be there in twenty minutes! The rum was delivered and it was delicious. I will be a regular customer 👍

Ja
Review №24

Best liquor store in Pitt. They only have local liquors with a great selection of different liquors from various local distilleries.The staff are very knowledgeable and will walk you through each bottle as they prepare a sample for you. Sample as much as youd like to find the perfect bottle.

Da
Review №25

Just received our bottles, and they moved heaven and hell to get us them. If youre in quarantine (or after) SHOP AT THIS DISTILLERY. These men are nothing short of amazing

Am
Review №26

This place is amazing! The whole staff was incredibly knowledgeable and welcoming- Zach helped my friend and I find exactly what we were looking for and then some. The selection is huge and is a great representation of Pennsylvania. Definitely a cant miss spot!

Am
Review №27

Great tasting! They were great at explaining how to mix the liquors at home for different flavors. Loved the plum liquor and Falernum Rum.Great vibe in the store too!

Ka
Review №28

Best margarita I’ve ever had! They sell everything to make them yourself at home.

Ni
Review №29

A great spot on the strip! I mean what’s better than a spot you can try before you buy? Plus Danielle always has great new suggestions for mixing up a new drink - her upbeat attitude and mixer ideas are the BEST!!!! Cheers!

Ch
Review №30

A truly unique store in all of Pennsylvania. Each spirit in the store is distilled within Pennsylvania. You can easily find what you are looking for. The one side of the store has your typical state store layout where all of the gins are together, all of the rums are together, etc...the other side of the store has each spirit grouped by the individual distillery which I really enjoy. It makes for a fun time of learning about spirits you may otherwise may never have seen or given a second look at the state stores. Staff is friendly and allows you to sample the spirits (with proper identification of course). Next time you are in the Strip District, stop in and see the large selection. Their staff is very friendly and knowledgeable!!

Da
Review №31

Found these great people online during the crisis since Gov Wolf closed all the state liquor stores. Now Im glad he did because the Standard Vanilla Vodka I picked up curbside is the best VV Ive had which includes all the name brands. And its made right here in Western PA! Glad to give my biz to local distilleries. Gonna do a tasting of some other products there as well. Ill be a regular here. So long State Stores! You folks at PA Libations rock!

Th
Review №32

Excellent experience. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable. Free tasting of anything they stock which is a lot. Will go again for sure. Picked up a limited edition peated rye at cask strength from Liberty Pole Spirits. 114.4 proof

An
Review №33

They have one of the best assortments of craft liquor I have ever seen! I always have this second guess in my mind when Im buying a spirit. This place offers free sampling of any bottle they have for sale

Ja
Review №34

They have a huge selection of alcohol and the staff is very helpful. I did purchase a jar of pickles from here also. They are made in Pittsburgh and we absolutely hated them. Big disappointment.

Sh
Review №35

The staff here is super friendly. The selection is limited but the staff known so much about the distilleries, the production, and the regions from where the liquors come. Im really glad I came in here and will definitely be back for both my personal and professional uses.

Ka
Review №36

I stopped in here to save myself an an extra trip up to Maggies. This is new to me in the Strip - open about 6 months. I came in knowing exactly what I wanted, but Im interested in returning to check everything out. You can taste anything you want at the bar. Workers here sounded really knowledgeable about what they were selling. Its a one of a kind shop only selling liquor from small PA distilleries!

An
Review №37

Just a walk down the strip from home, PA Libations offers a great selection of liquors and treats from local distilleries and more! Shout out to Danielle for her amazing personality and service. She’s the best! #palibations

St
Review №38

Awesome and extremely knowledgeable staff! Never knew why I liked what I liked until I had the different processes explained to me. Staff is friendly and fun so dont be afraid to ask questions and try a lot of different things. We fell in love with some and spent a nice chunk before we left. Also...... Dont forget to tip your server !!!

Br
Review №39

Nice shop with knowledgeable staff. Wide selection of PA spirits. I will definitely go back!

Jo
Review №40

Knowledgeable, friendly staff. They let you taste pretty much anything they carry and if you tell them the kind of flavors youre looking for, theyll help steer you in the right direction. Never knew we had so many interesting distillers here in PA.

Er
Review №41

These guys dont like PA Craft Spirits - they LOVE it! They offer a super approachable environment to taste and learn. If youre already into small batch spirits or want to be but dont know where to start, do yourself a favor and visit. Looking forward to heading back next time Im in town.

Al
Review №42

Incredible store serving a large selection of Pennsylvanian whiskies. Staff is super knowledgeable about whiskies and even whisky history. Strongly recommend a visit.

Ma
Review №43

Decided to try PA Libations for some locally made vodka. I ordered online and was emailed receipt of my order then about 40 minutes later my order was ready for pickup. Parked right in the front and some people were shopping or waiting outside for their order. A minute later I was greeted by a smiling young man and gave him my order number. Out he came with my box and loaded in my Jeep my various vodkas👏 Easier it couldnt have been!!! Your staff was handling a rather busy sidewalk and car pickups with friendly greetings/😁😁! That part made my day!The Standard Orange vodka we tried last night was very good👍 Did a blind taste test with Stoli Oranj and hubby picked Standard as the Stoli😏 cant wait to try some other PA products from your store! Also looking forward to 1700 Penn store opening with Helltown Brewing. Please let that be very soon!!!Sincerely,Impressed New Customer

Je
Review №44

This place is incredible!! If youre over 21, you can taste test their products and the staff is extremely knowledgeable about the selections. I was surprised at how reasonable the prices were for this type of place! I hope they keep going strong, just another great place to frequent in the Strip-District, glad I came across it.

Ad
Review №45

The store sells only local products made in state, featuring a wide selection of items. The incredibly friendly and knowledgeable staff is willing to answer any questions you might have. They were offering free tastings and making recommendations based on personal interests.

Ba
Review №46

Very friendly staff, helpful and knowledgeable. Privately owned liquor store. Probably the same as a new agricultural license where you can only sell liquor made in the state.

Ro
Review №47

Wow, a liquor store that offers only Pennsylvannia liquors from a dozen distilleries, and free tastings. The tenders are extremely knowledgeable, they can tell you the ins-and-outs of all the offerings.The other nice thing is that many of the price points are still quite reasonable for the quality of the liquor you are getting. Highly recommend stopping in.

Ro
Review №48

Peated Bourbon Whiskey is excellent. Rich and smokey.

Co
Review №49

Dana was fabulous!! This girl knows her stuff all the way from Vermont and absolutely loved my time here with her .

Ka
Review №50

Interesting collection of local craft spirits and mixers. A little on the pricey side. But the staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Tastings available!

Ar
Review №51

Great selection of drinks! Shoutout to Danielle, she’s the best! Great customer service.

Ca
Review №52

Great service! The bartenders are beyond knowledgeable! There are some amazing spirits that are all made in PA. Great place!

Lo
Review №53

Was there today,person working the counter makes me not ever want to come back to Libations!

Ge
Review №54

Awesome selection with a great atmosphere. The short haired blonde woman was extremely rude from the moment we had a question. I wanted to try something and she asked for my ID while I was still looking at stuff behind the counter. I was getting it out and she said I needed to come down to her because she wasn’t going to walk back and fourth and I said no problem, because that was my plan after I finished looking. To come over to her. Then she keeps talking saying she isn’t gonna pour until she saw my ID. She was so rude that I walked out before I got my taste. Probably will be back again hoping she’s not there.

an
Review №55

Worst hours. Close at 5:00PM. That makes no sense. Today (2/22/18) I stop at 4:37 and theyre closed No rhyme or reason for their business hours. Not a way to run a business. The state stores keep better hours. So much for privitzation of the liquor business in PA.

Ca
Review №56

Happy Hour wouldnt be Happy without the amazing products, creative drinks and fun, friendly staff from PA Libations. Three cheers and five stars for Danielle, bartender extraordinaire!

Pe
Review №57

Best spot for local spirits and very good prices

Ka
Review №58

Dana is amazing and has given us so many ideas for our parties and entertaining! Please support local PA Libations!!

Al
Review №59

Interesting collection of local liquorsMostly whiskeys. They offer tastes but a crowd builds and it is hard to get.

To
Review №60

A friend and I were in Pgh for a concert and did a gin tasting with Dana Dolney. Dana was super-knowledgeable about gin botanicals and tasting profiles, and passionate about finding us things wed love but didnt know about. We definitely recommend stopping by and asking for her advice!

ni
Review №61

Great place, and great for the city. The common complaint is the price and I agree. I hope there is a way to bring that down so you guys stick around awhile.

Ro
Review №62

While I was there they only had one brand of liquor made in Pennsylvania. I was expecting to see a variety of many Pennsylvania distilleries but was disappointed. I hope that they start to carry a better variety and arent just a vendor for their own products.

Ma
Review №63

One staff member kinda condensending, bit of a jerk however Kat more than made up for it. I guess everyone is entitled to a bad day. Would return, the store is awesome! Finally the state of Pennsylvania move out of the dark ages to allow for micro distilleries to come back. Check this place out when it the strip!

J
Review №64

Great concept amid Pennsylvanias archaic liquor laws. Selection is wide and always expanding. Helpful staff and liquid tasting on site. Bloody Mary mix very good but quite pricey.

Ed
Review №65

Free samples, unique selection, and a very knowledgeable staff that helps you find something new and exciting on every trip

Ae
Review №66

One of my favorite places coast to coast. I come up from Texas and I spend quality time to ith the bar folks who guide you through what you taste to get to what you want. Tip then well they are worth it You have to get the Still and Wolf, liberty Bell prater bourbon the bluecoat oak finish gin and the fallernnum. And I rock the whiskey rebellion shirt in Texas!

Ax
Review №67

Free samples, all local distilleries, and fantastic staff and service. What more can you want?

Br
Review №68

Unique selection of distilled spirits, local and statewide. Good to support local entrepreneurs ans businesses

Ji
Review №69

Enjoyable and very informative visit. Will go back. Thanks

Mi
Review №70

The whiskey aint cheap but it IS HITTIN!! YES SIR

Ty
Review №71

Dana was great and she solved my mystery!

Ra
Review №72

Amazing store, super friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Jo
Review №73

Great place to taste a range of local spirits before you buy.

La
Review №74

Great selection, helpful bartenders at the tasting table.

An
Review №75

I live in Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada and was in Pittsburgh judging the North American Championship. I had been looking for a liqour store with no luck until I found this treasure on Penn Avenue!The three staff that were present were all lovely people but, and Im sorry that I cant remember her name with the dark hair was outstanding!Explained to me the origin of the shop and was so knowledgeable about the products, which happens to be from kraft distillerys in Pennsylvania!Samples of any product was available, and there are many!She even bubble wrapped and packaged my bottle of Thislefinch Black Coffee flavored whiskey so I could bring it back to Winnipeg!Next time Im back in town Ill see you Again!

Va
Review №76

Manager gives lenghty talks to employees in front of clients (by bar). We dont wanna hear your employees dont like working there

Li
Review №77

Best Bloody Mary mix. A must.

Mi
Review №78

Awesome selection and experience !

Ry
Review №79

Great place!

Ma
Review №80

Dana was great.

Ch
Review №81

Whats not to love when you get to try before you buy, plus the staff knew everything to my questions. customer service like no others.

Ra
Review №82

Visit 16 Pennsylvania distilleries in one location!

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  • Address:2103 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, United States
  • Site:http://pennsylvanialibations.com/
  • Phone:+1 412-918-1208
Categories
  • Liquor store
  • Distillery
Working hours
  • Monday:11AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:11AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:11AM–5PM
  • Thursday:11AM–5PM
  • Friday:11AM–5PM
  • Saturday:9AM–5PM
  • Sunday:11AM–5PM
Service options
  • Delivery:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
  • Takeout:No
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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