The best bottle shops to visit around London
Here in London we have some exceptional bottle shops and this article was created to endorse a few of our favourites.
With everything going on with Covid-19 we encourage people to start supporting local business and buy your beer from independent sellers. Not only do they stock amazing beers (better then any supermarket i've been to) they also promote innovation a smaller breweries.
West London
Real Ale
Location: Twickenham, Maida Vale & Notting Hill
Living in West London these bottle shops have become of my favourites and for that reason had to be top of this list :)
The laid back environment and great stock list make them a must visit when you are around West London.
Micro Beers
Location: Richmond
Micro Beers is a bottle shop and taproom in East Sheen stocking some of the finest craft beers from the UK, Europe and beyond. They have a specially curated selection of over 250 beers as well as four constantly rotating draught lines for drinking in or taking home.
South London
Art and Craft
Location: Streatham
Art & Craft brings you some of the best craft beers local and nationally. On top of this, they stock an exceptional selection of beers from an international selection of breweries from around the world. In addition to whats in the fridges, all the stores offer draught beer to enjoy in or to take away in our 2 litre growlers.
Ghost Whale
Location: Brixton
Ghost Whale is a passionate independent bottle shop, full of character. They stock well over 400 craft beers in their Brixton and Putney bottle shops, which are all available to drink in or take away. Their stock is backed by a constantly rotating tap list, meaning there is always variety!!
North London
Caps and Taps
Location: Kentish Town
An amazing craft bottle shop that has a cozy welcoming vibe that is ideal for tasting some amazing beers from London, the UK, Europe, USA and further afield.
Seven Seasons
Location: Hoxton
This family-run bottle shop is based in the trendy Hoxton area that is only a 10-minute walk from Old Street. Seven Seasons specialise in supplying excellent beers from independent breweries across the UK, Europe, and the world.
Their stock is carefully selected by amazingly knowledgeable beer enthusiasts who know exactly what exceptional beer should taste like. Unlike most bottle shops, they don’t charge corkage so you can drink in for the same price as take-away.
East London
Kill The Cat
Location: Brick Lane
As described on their website: "Kill The Cat is a different breed of craft beer bar and bottle shop – one that entices you to be more adventurous in your beer choices.
This is the must-visit bottle shop for the type of person who likes to impress their friends with niche knowledge of rare beers.
Hop Burns & Black
Location: East Dulwich
This is a hip, local shop & hangout offering craft brews, cider, wine, hot sauce & vinyl records. It has quintessential Dulwich vibe that makes it a must-visit when you're in the area!!
For those who aren't comfortable being out in public during these difficult COVID times, HBB has an excellent online presence.