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ESTABLISHED IN
1876

The Bremer name has been linked to the retail trade dating back to 1876. In those early days, C.H. Bremer owned and operated a successful market and liquor store in downtown Utica until his passing in 1917. His son, Merritt took ownership becoming the second generation of ownership and continued on until the advent of prohibition.
  • 1933: First Retail Liquor License Granted

    When Prohibition was repealed in 1933, Bremer’s was granted to first retail liquor license in Oneida County, issued June 30 th , 1933. From that day forward, Bremer’s has grown to become the premier wine and liquor store in Central, New York.

  • 1959: Third Generation Family Owned and Operated

    Merritt Bremer Sr. died suddenly in 1959 and his son, Bud (Merritt Jr.) bought the store and became the third generation of the Bremer family to operate the business.

  • 1966

    In 1966, Bremer’s Liquors merged with Casey and Keefe (owned by Art Bullock) and became Bremer’s & Bullock’s Wine and Liquor on Oneida Square where it remained until 1999.

  • 1999: Fourth Generation Family Owned and Operated

    Upon Art’s retirement, Bud’s son, Tim (Merritt III) joined him in running the store and became the fourth generation in the Bremer retail legacy. Seeking more space, parking and consumer traffic, Bud and Tim purchased Heritage Wine and Liquor located on Commerical Drive in New Hartford, New York.

  • 2003: Largest Selection of Wine and Spirits

    When the former Dresher’s Furniture building was put up for sale, Tim and Bud quickly made the decision to relocate again in order to keep up with the business’ continued growth. The new 20,000 square foot store (twice the size of the old one) where the store is currently located has allowed Bremer’s to provide their customers with the largest selection of wine and spirits from Albany to Rochester.

  • 2006

    In 2006, Bud was looking to ease into retirement and his youngest son Eric moved back to the area and joined his brother at the head of the store. Since then, with Tim and Eric at the helm, the business has continued to grow, making way for the next generation, and the continuation of the Bremer retail legacy.

  • 2022

    In 2022, Tim Bremer retired, making Eric Bremer the sole proprietor of Bremer’s Wine and Liquor.

  • 2023

    Bremer’s Wine and Liquor marks 90th anniversary with customer appreciation celebration.

GREAT SELECTION

Really good prices on preferred alcohols. They carry lady bly spiced rum. As good as captain but half the cost. A lot of places don't carry this. And they have a great selection and brands u dont find everywhere.

GLENN C.

NICE AND FRIENDLY

Great place and all the employees are very nice and friendly and have no problem giving you help even if you don't need it they still ask and if they don't have what your looking for they will get it for you!!! Thanks y'all for a great experience with you won't go anywhere else.

MATT D.

HUGE SELECTION

Huge selection and amazing service. Best place to go for any celebration.

JULIANNE B.

HAPPY TO HELP

Always find what I'm looking for, but in the case I can't, they have ordered it for me in the past! Always happy to help you there!

SAMANTHA P.

HAPPY TO HELP

Best place, hands down for wine or liquor. Prices are amazing, and stock is unheard of. Service is always perfect with a smile and extremely knowledgeable.

JEREMY H.

BEST SELECTION

Best service, best selection, best prices around. Staff is always helpful and courteous, and if I have a question regarding a particular type of liquor, they always seem to have good advice in helping me choose.

MIKE K.

BEST SELECTION

Staff is always friendly and proficient. A very organized store with a huge variety of anything you need. They also have a very large selection of wines. They carry cheap and expensive stock and their hours are good so I never have to worry about getting something for an event in time.

TRENTON P.

BEST DELIVERY EXPERIENCE

The best delivery experience I've had. My order was sent out without having to follow up. I purchased a bottle of whiskey that was recommended by the highly knowledgeable team members. I can't say enough positive things about them make sure you visit Bremers Wine & Liqour!!

ANTHONY M.

FRIENDLY AND VERY HELPFUL

I love coming to Bremer's. The staff is always friendly and very helpful, their knowledge on their products is excellent. Bremer's is always hosting different tastings as well, giving customers a change to sample before they buy. Love it!

REBECCA N.

CUSTOMER FOR 47 YEARS

I have been a Bremer's customer for about 47 years. When you walk in the store, you're treated like a friend. They will help you find whatever you're looking for even if you don't know what you're looking for. It's my favorite place to shop.

MARK R.

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