Time To Make Wine / Hangar 41 Winery & Brew Shop

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A Private User

While on vacation in Cape Coral, Florida we stopped in the store for the wine sample advertised in the newspaper. There were only a few people in the store and we were ignored for a bit. A lady behind the bar finally asked us if she could help us (as if we were putting her out). We told her we were there for the wine sampling. She gave us the run down on choosing 6 wines off of a sheet, so we sat down to select the wines. Thats when I noticed the tasting cost $5.95. I looked around at another couple that was there tasting wine, both had half glasses of wine. We figured, since they were charging, wed get a good sample. Not the case - we received the normal tiny sample, that you receive free in most wineries - (we guessed the couple with half glasses were locals). We sampled the wines, which were all mediocre. We found one we thought was decent, and felt kind of obligated to buy a bottle. We were disappointed the store didnt have small travel cork screws that most wineries have on hand. The total cost of the stop was just over $20 (two tastings and a $9 bottle of wine). Not bad, but weve been on several winery tours and tastings, and have never had to pay for small samples. The staff wasnt too friendly, they didnt discuss any of the wines with us or offer much tips on top sellers, etc. Hopefully, we caught them on an off day, or the staff that was on hand wasnt as knowledgeable or friendly as others that work there. We did like the kiwi and chocolate merlot.

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Nathan D.

This is a store that sells wine kits and just so happens to sell some brewing grains. First impression: owner arrives late to open which is kind of hard to believe since they open at 11. This was really no big deal, life happens. We make our way around the store and the owner comes up to ask if we needed help; I told her that this was our first visit and we would like to buy some grains. She shows us the one shelf of grains and tells us how they do things. This is where things went south very quickly: she asked if we needed the grain milled. We did and that is when she lost all interest in helping us; she told us to get the grains we needed and we followed her to where she found someone else to help. she proceeded to carry on an entire conversation about wine equipment and found a place behind the counter to sit down as my wife and I were just standing and watching her in awe. Did this just happen? It did and it really is upsetting because we wanted to give her or money. Now it is back to the impersonal online brew stores for us.

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Pat Switzer

I am getting back in to Home Brewing and was looking for a less expensive alternative to ordering Malts and Hops on line and was pleased to find Time to Make Wine come up on a Google search. I wanted to make my boss a Hefenweisen and called to make sure the ingredients would be available. The young lady I spoke with confirmed almost all the ingredients were available but the Hefenweisen yeast which was to be delivered the next day. We discussed flavor profiles of a number Hops to offer a less bitter and more fruity flavor than Hallertau and we agreed to use a half and half of 2 different Hops. She was extremely knowledgeable and put all my items aside with my name on them so I wouldnt need to do anything more than pay and leave. I havent gone yet but this shop sounds so interesting I may wander around a bit before I pay.

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Sheldon Lee Smith Jr.

Nice place, great staff, reasonable prices. If you are a zymurgist this is the place for you. They have an extensive inventory dedicated to fermentation of literally any type. They have a huge selection of kit wines and brewers malt and hops. You will find equipment and supplies to cover all the bases for vintners and Brewers alike. The most complete selection in SW Florida. If you just want to have conversation and talk wine or beer you could not find a more knowledgeable or amicable forum. If you just want a good bottle of hand made wine this is your place... Great place, great selection great staff...

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Benjamin Westrum

When I asked the guys at the counter how they felt about the low ratings on google, they were quick to respond with how they have increased stock in bulk grains as well as specialty grains considerably in the last 11 months. I have developed a lot of trust in just the two short visits I have made. The employees are very knowledgeable and willing to offer input and opinions if prompted.

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Paul Knopf

Fun place to shop if you are a new home brewer !! The prices are great. The selection of beer supplies is super and the staff is well educated and answered any questions I threw at them. I was probably a pain in the ass all with the things I needed to know, but they had no problem with that. Going tomorrow to pick up another 5 gallon batch .....running low ...............Paul

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Travis Rule

Pleasant experience. Staff took the time to answer all of my questions. Just started my first batch of wine today and cant wait to start more.

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James Lazzaro

Very helpful staff.

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