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Chandler residents now can use Minibar, a new on-demand delivery service. Submitted photo
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Minibar offers ordering options for wine, beer and spirits. Submitted photo
Alcohol service delivers the ‘proof’ to Chandler, Gilbert BY TIM J. RANDALL
It is 4 p.m. and there are 10 people arriving at your house for a 6 p.m. party. All is set from the food to the music to the cocktails and wine and you realize you forgot the beer. Not to worry, because a new on-demand alcohol delivery service, Minibar, entered the Valley, including Chandler, on Jan. 11. The company, which was cofounded by Lindsey Andrews and Lara Crystal in New York City, provides an Uber-like experience for customers by linking patrons with vendors via the company’s website or app.
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“We provide a convenient way for the customer who may be too busy to run an errand to purchase alcohol,” Crystal said. Delivery for a customer’s first month of service is waived, with each subsequent delivery $5 and a delivery minimum of $25. Launched in February 2014, the company has grown rapidly across the country. “We’re thrilled to be expanding to Phoenix, our 20th Minibar market, and are excited to provide its residents with an easier way to shop for wine, spirits, beer and more,” said Andrews. Minibar works like this: Enter the
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Expansion plans include Scottsdale and Tempe. The duo hopes to eventually move into the West Valley and beyond. “We look forward to continuing to grow our footprint throughout sunny Arizona,” said Andrews. In addition to one-time orders, Minibar offers an auto-refill option for delivery at intervals from one to four weeks. Its platform also includes a party planning tool, tasting notes, pairing recommendations, cocktail recipes and gift delivery. For more information, visit: https://minibardelivery.com/store.
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