New Hanover County ABC Board

Five new spirits are now haunting New Hanover County ABC Stores! We hope everyone has a wonderful Halloween!

Through the support of our community, we were able to collect over 90 cold-weather items including heavy coats, thick sweaters, insulated vests, and blankets during last week’s coat drive!

We offer our sincerest gratitude to our customers and staff for making this all possible, as well as Cape Fear Volunteer Center for getting these items into the hands of those who need them.

This would not have been possible without a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of others, and we are grateful to be a part of it.

Spirits may come out for Halloween, but roadways are no place for Boo’s. The NC Governor's Highway Safety Program Halloween Booze it and Lose it campaign is now underway through November 3rd.

During this time, local and state law enforcement will be conducting enhanced patrols and increased checkpoints throughout North Carolina in an effort to curb drinking and driving.

This , stay safe, make good choices, and ALWAYS secure a safe ride home when drinking.

Four new barrels are now arriving in New Hanover County!

Tequila Corazón brought Bourbon County to Jalisco with a Reposado aged in Eagle Rare barrels for 11 months and an Añejo aged in Blanton's Barrels for 20 months.

Alongside them, the Jack Daniel's Barrel Proof and Green River Bourbon Single Barrels clock in at 135.1 proof and 123.8 proof respectively.

Reminder: : TOMORROW is the last day to bring items in for our coat drive benefitting WNC! We’d like to lend our sincerest gratitude to Cape Fear Volunteer Center for keeping us in the loop on donation priorities and helping us get these donations out into communities affected by the storm.

Just last week, NHC ABC Staff came together to send out over 40 cases of food and water to support our neighbors out West. If you’d like to help us maximize our impact, consider bringing a cold-weather item to one of these NHC ABC Stores: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EoJaGYLcK/

Two brand new limited edition bottles landed in New Hanover County this week! Now in stores:

🦆 This SBW, housed in a commemorative Mallard Duck decanter, was crafted in a partnership between the World Whiskey Society and Ducks Unlimited.

❄️ The Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ice Chalet Edition, housed in a bag reminiscent of a puffer jacket, features whiskies distilled at the highest elevations in Scotland.

Speaking of puffer jackets, don't forget we are currently collecting donations of new, unused cold-weather outerwear items benefitting Western NC. Read more about the coat drive here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17HTshRgJU/

Our K**b Creek Single Barrel Rye is hitting shelves this week! Aged a minimum of 9 years, this rye clocks in at 115 proof and will be available at all NHC ABC Stores by tomorrow afternoon.

While we've got your attention, don't forget we are currently collecting donations of new, unused cold-weather outerwear items benefitting Western NC. Read more about the coat drive here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17HTshRgJU/

Calling all New Hanover County residents! As temperatures begin to drop, our neighbors in Western NC are requesting new and unused cold-weather items.

In partnership with Cape Fear Volunteer Center, we will be accepting donations of new and unused coats, hoodies, and blankets through Tuesday, October 22nd.

Drop-off locations:
📍 17th & Castle
📍 Carolina Beach
📍 Pine Valley
📍 College & Market
📍 Porter's Neck

As we reflect on World Mental Health Day, we encourage our community to seek healthy ways to cope with trauma and loss.

The devastation caused by Hurricane Helene has left many North Carolinians facing the overwhelming weight of grief and hardship. Now, more than ever, we must support one another by offering our time, compassion, and resources to find healthier paths to healing.

Hurricane Helene ABC Store Closures and Adjusted Store Hours

As the state works to restore essential services to the western part of NC in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, some ABC stores are closed or operating on limited hours. ABC stores in North Carolina are owned and operated by local ABC Boards.

The following list includes confirmed ABC store closures and alternate hours as of 10/15/2024.

Black Mountain ABC
• 207 NC Hwy 9, Black Mountain, NC 28711
o Closed

Canton ABC
• 222 Main St, Canton, NC 28716
o Closed

As a community that experienced the profound impacts of Hurricane Florence just over six years ago, we know all too well the long road ahead for recovery and healing for friends and family in Western NC. New Hanover County is committed to providing assistance and will continue to do so.

Here is how you can get involved if you’re interested in helping those affected across the state.

For those looking to support the relief efforts, it’s important to ensure your contributions go to legitimate organizations. You can find a county-specific list of resources for cleanup, shelters, and more on the NC DPS Hurricane Helene page: https://loom.ly/e9Mxo4k

Currently, monetary donations are the most effective way to support recovery. If you're interested in contributing, please donate through the official Hurricane Helene Donation Page, established in partnership with the state: https://loom.ly/t5qAZ6k

We are proud to provide grant funding to local organizations walking side by side with those on their recovery journey, but we believe that offering support to loved ones struggling with addiction is just as valuable.

This , learn how you can talk to someone about getting help: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone

Ready for another single barrel roll call? Available this week at all New Hanover County ABC stores:

🥃 Russell's Reserve 9 Year Bourbon SB
🥃 Angel's Envy Sherry Cask SB
🥃 Woodford Reserve Bourbon SB
🥃 Jack Daniel's Rye SB

P.S. Shout out to our Board for their time and meticulous selection of the "High Tides" single barrel!

The Madam Colonel Pistachio Bourbon Cream and Penelope Toasted Rye are now available in stores!

A couple more barrel picks hit NHC ABC shelves this week!

You can find Fall 2024 Editions of the Jack Daniel's SB at all NHC ABC stores, and the Penelope Toasted Barrel Strength SB in our stores at:

🥃 17th & Castle
🥃 Wrightsville Beach
🥃 Carolina Beach
🥃 Pine Valley
🥃 College & Market
🥃 Porter's Neck

We have observed that there is still standing water in the southern part of the county. We urge everyone to exercise caution when traveling on the roads today.

If you encounter standing water, please refrain from trying to drive through it.

Remember the phrase "Turn around, don't drown" as a reminder to prioritize safety and avoid potentially hazardous situations.

Due to the recent flooding on Pleasure Island, the Carolina Beach ABC Store is now CLOSED. The CB ABC Store will reopen at 10am tomorrow for regular business hours. Stay safe everyone.

Honoring North Carolina's longest standing lighthouse, the Codigo 1530 Tequila "Sauvignon Blanco" Old Baldy Edition is now available!

A portion of proceeds from this hand-selected barrel will benefit the Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum of History Foundation, which works to preserve the historic lighthouse. You can find them at the following New Hanover County ABC Stores:

🐚 17th & Castle
🐚 Wrightsville Beach
🐚 Carolina Beach
🐚 Pine Valley
🐚 College & Market
🐚 Porter's Neck

This is today! Come out and see us! 🎸

Hey Wilmington, NC! Ready to shake up your Thursday? Come by the Pine Valley ABC store on 09/12 and meet the one and only ! Loud Lemon’s got the cure for your midweek slump—tasting starts at 1 PM. See y’all there!”

Is it the Four-Seasons-In-One-Day time of year yet? No matter which season you're feeling, we've got you covered. Four new items are now available in stores!

What’s the hullabaloo with the Honey Deuce?🍈 See for yourself why the official of the US Open is making headlines and let us know what you think! 🎾

The Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach ABC Stores have returned to their regular opening hours of 10AM-8PM!