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17 August update
Now that the ban on alcohol sales has been lifted (again), you might want to skip the queues when booze goes back on sale on 18 August. From Six Dogs Gin to craft beers and cider from The Beer Merchant and Leonista’s local tequila - here’s how to get your booze delivered. Plus, two wine merchants are offering same-day delivery.
YOUR WINE WILL ARRIVE BEFORE DINNER TIME
Make sure to place your order before 11am (for those living in and around Cape Town CBD) and 3pm (Southern Suburbs and Peninsula) to get your wine on the same day from Cape Point Vineyards. Orders placed after hours will be delivered on the next legal trading day. Try the Cape Point Vineyards Noordhoek Sauvignon Blanc 2019, a new release that received 93 points on the Tim Atkin 2019 SA report, or stock up on the affordable but tasty Cape Town Wine Co rosé.
Areas: Countrywide (only Cape Town qualifies for same-day delivery)
How to order: Place your order via capetownwine.com
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GET YOUR VINO IN A HURRY (PLUS FREE DELIVERY)
If you live in Cape Town and surrounding areas, order from Klein Constantia before midday and your wine will be delivered to your door within a few hours. Plus, delivery is free for orders over the value of R300. Perfect for celebrating your first sip of wine in a while, the wine connoisseurs’ gift set includes a bottle of the awarded 2016 Vin de Constance and an AVINA premium Jaguar wine opener.
Areas: Countrywide (same-day delivery in Cape Town only)
How to order: Order via kleinconstantia.com.
CRAFT BEERS, LAGERS, CIDERS, SPIRITS AND WINES
The Beer Merchant in Woodstock is offering beer, wine and gin. Not only are they delivering their classic craft beers from CBC Amber Weiss to Jack Black’s pale ale but they’re also selling wines and spirits. From Rose Sundays to Tapanga White Rum, make this your one-stop alcohol delivery shop.
Areas: Cape Town and surrounds, Cape Winelands, Garden Route, Port Elizabeth, East London
How to order: You can place your order via shop.thebeermerchant.co.za
TASTE TEST FROM PETER FALKE’S ICONIC COLLECTIONS
Did someone say vino? Peter Falke Wines is delivering. Take your first lockdown sip of the full-bodied and delicately spiced 2017 Alani Syrah from their Signature collection. For someone with a lighter palete, you’ll enjoy Peter Falke’s tropical and fruity 2019 sauvignon blanc.
Areas: Countrywide
How to order: You can place your orders via peterfalkewines.com.
FOR ALL THE GIN LOVERS
Cape Town and gin go together like bees and honey so you’ll be happy to know that Six Dogs Gin is delivering countrywide. Have your pick between their Six Dogs Blue, Karoo and Pinotage Stained line, each blended with their own botanicals and spices.
Areas: Countrywide
How to order: You can place pre-orders directly to Six Dog via email at hello@sixdogs.co.za. After 1 June orders may be placed via sixdogs.co.za.
FIRST 100% AGAVE SPIRIT IN SOUTH AFRICA
Leonista in Woodstock is open for delivery and will be delivering their 100% Karoo agave (aka tequila or mezcal). Have your pick between four of their award-winning tequilas from the smooth and smokey Blanco to their oldest Resposado. Then you can practice making their agave-based cocktails recipes.
Area: Countrywide
How to order: You can order via Takealot, Yuppiechef, the Bottles App or Norman Goodfellows.
BUILD YOUR OWN WINE SELECTION
For anyone who likes options, Wijn Bar in Paarl is delivering and sourcing a variety of wines from all over. Plus you can purchase by the case. Try a mixed case of red, white and rosé sourced from Klipkers, or just a red and white mix from Thistle and Weed.
Areas: Paarl, Cape Town and surrounds
How to order: You can place your order via the wijnbar.co.za.
ONE BAR KEEPER TO SUIT ALL YOUR NEEDS
No matter what you like, Bar Keeper in Cape Town’s CBD will have it. From craft beers and ciders to Esponlon tequila and Appleton rum, the list just goes on. Bar Keeper also offers a collection option instead of deliveries. For those who want to collect, you can head over to their parking lot and pay via their Yoco card machine or Snapscan.
Areas: Cape Town City Bowl, Gardens, Green Point, Sea Point, Fresnaye, Camps Bay, Southern and Northern Suburbs.
How to order: You can Whatsapp directly on 082 339 1079 or call on 021 422 1024. You can also order online via barkeeper.co.za.
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