Where to find inexpensive miniature bottles?

[GregORear]

I'd like to find a good source for miniature (50 ml) liquor bottles. My local ABC doesn't have very many, and while there is a huge variety on eBay (where do they get them?), they seem to be twice as expensive as I can get locally (at least, for the ones I can get locally).

Specifically, I'm currently interested in sampling the different gins available.

Thanks.

[db_campbell]

I'd like to find a good source for miniature (50 ml) liquor bottles. My local ABC doesn't have very many, and while there is a huge variety on eBay (where do they get them?), they seem to be twice as expensive as I can get locally (at least, for the ones I can get locally).

Specifically, I'm currently interested in sampling the different gins available.

Thanks.

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The Triangle's one of the tougher places to buy (unique, eclectic, worthwhile) spirits that I've encountered. Not only is NC a control state, but the closest bordering state (Va) is as well. If you haven't checked it already, the North Carolina ABC website's "Pricing Reports" page will become your friend. I also keep the VA ABC site bookmarked, though I've yet to make a liquor run there.

Of course, there's always online ordering; but naturally, that too is illegal in North Carolina. When purchasing from out of state, watch the speedometer, as statutes prohibit anyone (excepting distillery reps) from transporting in excess of 4 liters of spirits purchased outside NC.

Since the preceding shouldn't be an issue with mini's, the closest independent liquor store to the Triangle with a good selection is just south of Charlotte on US-521, though i haven't personally checked out their airplane selection. For the real exotic stuff, head up to DC.

[jmfangio]

Hi Time Wine in Costa Mesa, CA has a large selection of minis. So does Beverage Warehouse in West LA, but they can only ship within California.