Where to Buy wine and liquor in Abu Dhabi in 2026

Wine and spirits shelves at House of Grapes Abu Dhabi

Who can buy alcohol in Abu Dhabi?

Abu Dhabi allows adults above the legal drinking age to buy alcohol from licensed shops and hotels. Visitors and residents usually need to show valid ID, and delivery orders also require ID verification at the door.

Buying alcohol from licensed shops

The safest way to buy alcohol in Abu Dhabi is from licensed alcohol shops. These stores follow local regulations, keep products properly stored, and often offer a wider selection of wine, beer and spirits than supermarkets or hotel bars.

House of Grapes – wine, beer & spirits with delivery

House of Grapes is a licensed alcohol shop in Abu Dhabi offering online delivery of wine, beer, spirits and Chinese liquor. Customers can order through the website or app and get same-day delivery across Abu Dhabi with free delivery above 75 AED.

Alcohol delivery in Abu Dhabi

Many customers prefer alcohol delivery in Abu Dhabi instead of visiting a shop in person. With House of Grapes you can browse products online, choose your delivery time, pay securely and receive your order at home with ID verification and temperature-controlled handling.

Other options (duty free, hotels, restaurants)

Visitors can also buy alcohol from duty free shops at the airport and from licensed hotels and restaurants. These options are useful for tourists, but they usually do not offer the same range of products or home delivery convenience as a dedicated alcohol shop.

FAQ: common questions about alcohol in Abu Dhabi

Do I need to show ID when I order alcohol?

Yes, ID is required to confirm age when you receive your delivery or buy in person at a licensed shop.

Is there a minimum order for delivery?

Many shops set a minimum order value or offer free delivery above a certain amount. At House of Grapes, delivery is free above 75 AED.

What time can alcohol be delivered?

Delivery hours follow local regulations and shop policies. House of Grapes offers same-day delivery for orders placed up to 9 PM, including evening delivery time slots within Abu Dhabi.