So the holidays are behind us now, and the terrific promotions we had in November and December brought some great new faces coming through our doors. The one thing that surprised me as I talked to some of these new customers, was what they didn’t know about their neighborhood liquor stores!
So I thought I might take this opportunity to provide information and answers to some of the comments I overheard on our sales floor this past month…
“I belong to several wine clubs in California and have my wines shipped directly from the wineries.”
While there are exceptions where this may seem economical or like an opportunity to get a hold of some rare finds, I find that is rarely the case. In fact, most of the people in our trade actually buy our wines from the SafeWay grocery stores when visiting wine country for far less than the wineries we toured are charging! Chances are your personal shipping fees will far exceed what our distribution companies are being charged to get your favorite wines into Minnesota – and you’re still supporting the wineries you know and love, you’re just getting a better deal on shipping!
“I would shop Eden Prairie Liquor if you could get (insert product).”
We can! If it is available in the State of Minnesota, we can get it for you. We just legally need to purchase from a distributor, and there are few (if any) distributors out there that we do not have a relationship with. There are a few exceptions, as there are some wines that are exclusive to restaurants or specific liquor store chains. But if we cannot find it, I know we can find something you will like just as much and for less! Our store managers are all willing to work with you and your loyalty is important to us, so just drop us an email or stop on by!
“I like to just place my order online with (insert store name) who delivers to my house and I am set for the whole year.”
It is true there is a convenience to having your wine delivered to your door, and while we aim to provide convenience, delivery service is just not economically viable for us. But there is a huge advantage to shopping in an Eden Prairie Liquor store because not only will you see new items added to our selection literally every week, you will be spending your money in a place where the profits are actually returned to the city you live or work in or around; improving the beautiful parks you have access to and streets you use every day.
Most of the people reading this blog already shop Eden Prairie Liquor and know all about the benefits of shopping locally – and to be honest, I wish the city I live in had municipal liquor stores too. So when you choose where to buy your beer, wine and spirits, remember that profits from Eden Prairie Liquor stay in this community – and then tell a friend, to help spread the word!
Thanks for stopping in this holiday season, we look forward to serving you throughout the new year!
Tammy Wanchena, Store Manager
Tana Wold, Liquor Store Manager
