ALBANY, NY — Liquor Universe, located at 1145 Central Avenue, Albany, NY 12205, today announced its expanded 1-hour delivery service reaching customers across Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer, and Saratoga counties.
The store, which has served the Capital Region community with premium wine, spirits, and imported liquor, now offers one of the most extensive local delivery footprints of any independent liquor retailer in Upstate New York.

With same-hour delivery, curbside pickup, and in-store shopping all available, Liquor Universe is positioned as the most accessible and well-stocked option for Capital Region residents who want quality spirits without the wait or the drive.

Three Ways to Shop
1-Hour Delivery Curbside Pickup In-Store Shopping

About Liquor Universe

Liquor Universe is a full-service wine and spirits retailer dedicated to offering the Capital Region’s best selection at competitive prices. The store carries a curated inventory that spans every major category of wine and spirits, including a strong selection of imported labels from France, Italy, Spain, Germany, and beyond.

The store operates on a straightforward principle: more selection, honest pricing, and fast, reliable delivery that actually covers the communities where its customers live. Every bottle available in-store is available for delivery — no sub-menus, no reduced selection, no surprises at checkout.

"We built this store for Capital Region residents who want access to a serious selection without paying third-party app markups or waiting two hours for a delivery. One hour, full inventory, honest prices — that is what we are here for." — Liquor Universe Management

Full Selection of Wine & Spirits
Liquor Universe carries a wide and growing inventory across all major wine and spirits categories, sourced from producers across the United States and internationally.

Wine Selection
• Red Wine: Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Red Blends, Barolo, and more
• White Wine: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, and more
• Rosé & Blush: Dry and semi-sweet rosé across all price points
• Champagne & Sparkling: French Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, and Crémant
• Dessert & Port: Late harvest wines, fortified wines, and port expressions

Spirits Selection
• Whiskey & Bourbon: American bourbon, Scotch single malts, blended Scotch, rye, Irish, and Japanese whisky
• Vodka: Classic and flavored expressions from top domestic and international producers
• Tequila & Mezcal: Blanco, reposado, and añejo expressions for sipping and mixing
• Gin: London dry, botanical, and contemporary styles from distillers worldwide
• Rum: Light, dark, spiced, and aged rum from the Caribbean and beyond
• Brandy & Cognac: French Cognac, Armagnac, American brandy, and aged grape spirits
• Sake: Junmai, Ginjo, and specialty sake expressions for food pairing and sipping
• Liqueurs & Specialty Spirits: Amaro, Triple Sec, Aperol, Campari, cream liqueurs, and more

Imported Wine & Spirits
Liquor Universe maintains a strong selection of imported wine and spirits, with bottles sourced from France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Scotland, Ireland, Japan, Mexico, Argentina, New Zealand, and beyond. The import section includes everyday drinking bottles and premium expressions suited to collectors and enthusiasts.
1-Hour Delivery: How It Works
Liquor Universe operates its own delivery fleet within a defined service zone radiating 8 to 10 miles from the store at 1145 Central Avenue, Albany. Customers order directly on liquoruniversestore.com, bypassing third-party platforms and their associated markups.

• Order online: Full inventory available at liquoruniversestore.com, 24 hours a day for browsing
• Address verification: Coverage confirms automatically at checkout when the delivery address is entered
• 1-hour turnaround: Orders are picked and dispatched promptly, with most deliveries arriving within 60 minutes
• Chilled options: Customers may request pre-chilled bottles via the order notes field at checkout
• No app required: Orders placed directly through the store website at store prices, with no third-party fees

Delivery & Store Hours

Monday – Saturday 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Service Area: The Capital Region’s Largest Delivery Footprint
Liquor Universe’s delivery zone covers an 8-to-10-mile radius from its Albany location and extends across four counties, reaching a broad cross-section of the Capital Region’s residential population. The following communities are within the current service area:

Counties Served: Albany County, Schenectady County, Rensselaer County, Saratoga County

Cities & Towns: Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Watervliet, Cohoes, Rensselaer, Colonie, Guilderland, Bethlehem, Niskayuna, Rotterdam, East Greenbush, North Greenbush, Brunswick, Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Waterford, New Scotland, Glenville

Neighborhoods & Hamlets: Latham, Delmar, Loudonville, Slingerlands, Westmere, McKownville, Newtonville, Elsmere, Glenmont, Roessleville, Guilderland Center, Wynantskill, Defreestville, Menands, Alplaus, Scotia, Voorheesville, Altamont, Green Island, Village of Colonie, Schaghticoke

Address-level coverage is confirmed automatically at checkout. Customers whose address falls at the boundary of the service zone are encouraged to call (518) 512-5115 — the team accommodates edge-zone requests where possible.
Shopping Options Beyond Delivery
Customers who prefer not to use the delivery service have two additional options available at 1145 Central Avenue, Albany:

• Curbside Pickup: Customers order online at liquoruniversestore.com, select the pickup option at checkout, and drive to the store. Staff bring the order directly to the vehicle — no need to enter the store
• In-Store Shopping: The full inventory is available for browsing in person. Knowledgeable staff are available to make recommendations by price point, taste preference, occasion, or region of origin
• Liquor Universe App: Available on iOS and Android, the app supports faster reordering, order tracking, and access to deals and new arrivals
• SMS Alerts: Customers can sign up for text notifications covering flash deals, new arrivals, and seasonal promotions via the website

About Liquor Universe

Liquor Universe is an independent wine and spirits retailer located at 1145 Central Avenue, Albany, NY 12205. The store offers the Capital Region’s largest selection of wine, bourbon, Scotch, tequila, gin, rum, vodka, sake, brandy, and liqueurs, including an extensive range of imported wine and spirits from Europe, Latin America, and Asia.

Liquor Universe serves customers across Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer, and Saratoga counties through in-store shopping, curbside pickup, and 1-hour delivery. Orders can be placed at liquoruniversestore.com, via the Liquor Universe app, or by calling (518) 512-5115.

Liquor Universe is committed to providing the best selection, best value, and fastest fulfilment to every customer in the Capital Region.

MEDIA CONTACT
Liquor Universe
1145 Central Avenue, Albany, NY 12205
Web: https://liquoruniversestore.com