Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to what customers ask us most. Still stuck? Call (202) 450-2262 during store hours and someone on the floor will know.
What are Michigan Liquors' hours?
Michigan Liquors is open Monday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm, Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, and Sunday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm. Holiday hours can differ, so call (202) 450-2262 if you're heading over late in the day.
See full hours and directionsWhere is Michigan Liquors located?
Michigan Liquors is at 3934 12th St NE, Washington, DC 20017, in the Brookland neighborhood of Northeast Washington, DC. The shop has served the neighborhood for over 50 years.
Get directionsIs there parking at the store?
Free customer parking lot around the back. Pull in rather than idling on 12th St.
Can I buy alcohol online from Michigan Liquors?
No. Michigan Liquors does not sell online. The website is for browsing prices and checking what's in stock. To buy, call (202) 450-2262, email info@michiganliquors.com, or come into the store at 3934 12th St NE, Washington, DC 20017.
Do you ship or deliver?
No. Michigan Liquors does not ship or deliver alcohol. Every order is picked up in person at the store in Brookland, Washington, DC.
How do I reserve a bottle?
Call (202) 450-2262 or email info@michiganliquors.com with the bottle you want, and we'll set it aside for you to collect in store. There's no online reservation or checkout, so a phone call is the fastest way.
Contact the storeHow do I get an allocated or hard-to-find bottle?
Call the store and ask us to hold it. Allocated bottles, such as hard-to-find bourbon, Japanese whisky, and grower Champagne, arrive in limited quantities and sell out fast. If one is already sold out, ask to be added to the list for the next allocation.
Browse the allocated shelfCan you order a bottle you don't normally carry?
Usually, yes. Tell us what you're after and we'll try to bring it in. We can often special-order something that isn't part of our regular selection.
Request an itemDo I need ID to buy alcohol?
Yes. You must be 21 or older, and a valid government-issued photo ID is required for every in-store purchase in Washington, DC, regardless of age.
Are the prices and stock levels on this site accurate?
Prices and stock come straight from the store's register and refresh every night, so they're current as of the most recent sync. Fast-moving and allocated bottles can still sell out during the day, so call (202) 450-2262 to confirm before making the trip.
What does Michigan Liquors sell?
Wine, spirits, and beer from around the world, including one of the deepest whiskey selections in Washington, DC: Kentucky bourbon, rye, Scotch, Irish and Japanese whisky, alongside local DC brews, imports, and Champagne.
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