Do you find yourself wondering, “Can you drink alcohol in Dubai“? or “How much is alcohol in Dubai“? Since I am born and raised in Dubai, I can answer all your questions about drinking alcohol in Dubai and the UAE. Like perhaps you’re wondering if a 110 kilometres drive outside Dubai is necessary to purchase alcohol at affordable prices?! Learn all there is to know about drinking alcohol in Dubai in this blog post, or visit my YouTube Channel! Click below to access my informative vlog about the best alcohol deals in Dubai.
How to get alcohol in the UAE?
A year ago I did a vlog about comparing the cost of alcohol within Dubai as opposed to the cost of alcohol in another emirate, Rasal Hema. Well, now I have great news for you! As of 2021, you can purchase alcohol within Dubai right now and it is a lot more affordable than it was a year ago. In this blog, and vlog, I will show you how to purchase affordable alcohol in Dubai. Learn exactly how to buy alcohol in Dubai without driving 110 KM!
How to Find Affordable Alcohol in Dubai
The key to finding the right deals for alcohol in Dubai is to find sellers with promotional deals on alcohol! Wherever they sell alcohol, the store is always running promotions. For example, you can purchase three bottles for 109 dirhams ($29 USD) or three bottles for 119 dirhams. If you find your preferred alcohol in those deals, then you have hit a jackpot! There are deals on everything from beer, whiskey, rum, all the other spirits, and a lot of deals on wines. Now, since I’m a wine lover, I’m going to focus a lot on the wine deals!
Deals on Wine in Dubai
Wine is a staple for many people, but it can be expensive. That’s why we’re going to help you find some of the best deals in Dubai. You can expect yourself to save anything between three dollars to almost fifty dollars on these deals per bottle. So take your time and scout these sellers fully to find the perfect deal for your favorite wine. For example, we found this bottle of wine which we drink regularly and it costs the same as it would if we had to go and purchase it from Rafa Hema. You will see much much better pricing on wines as opposed to whiskey or rum, vodka, or any of the other spirits.
Buy Alcohol in Dubai
Friends, I highly recommend that you find discounted alcohol in Dubai instead of going to Ras Al Khaimah. Going to Ras Al Khaimah is time-consuming and the cost of gas is expensive. Plus, doing so will make it difficult for you because there are strict laws against bringing any kind of liquor into Dubai which makes your ability to drink less accessible when compared with this other emirate!
Do I need a permit to purchase alcohol in Dubai?
Yes! You need to have a permit to purchase alcohol in Dubai. Want to learn more about alcohol laws in Dubai? I’ve got you covered. Dubai residents who are non-muslims can get this license by paying an X amount and you can go ahead and purchase alcohol at these prices. This is the only glitch. Now, there is a way around it in the sense if you have a friend who has a license to purchase alcohol or permit to purchase alcohol, you can always take them along with you and they can help you purchase alcohol.
Happy Hours in Dubai
Now in case you can’t find a friend who has a permit and wants to buy alcohol, there’s an alternative. You could visit any of the pubs or bars that sell alcohol – as long as they’re licensed to serve it! Places like these are busiest during happy hour: when drinks prices get cheaper for only 1-2 hours per day. If this sounds up your alley, swing by one of the many bars in Dubai that offer promotional happy hours! Here are some bars I recommend for finding discounted alcohol in Dubai:
23 Rooftop Bar in Dubai
I love TWENTY-THREE’s rooftop bar in Dubai! It’s no surprise that the bar is located on the 23rd floor, in the Dubai media city. We are here to enjoy the happy hours and they have some great deals. For example, they have $50 off on their wines, house spirits, house beverages, and some beers as well. The happy hour timings are from 4:23 p.m to 7:23 p.m. Since the drinks are 50% off, during happy hour, expect to pay only 23 dirhams ($6 USD) per drink. On a bottle of wine that is usually 200 dirhams, during happy hour it’s only 115 dirhams during happy hour. This is an amazing discount in my opinion. If you’re visiting Dubai in 2021, visit TWENTY-THREE Rooftop bar for their cheap happy hour deals! It’s a really a very relaxing beautiful place. Are you looking for more bars in Dubai with happy hour promotions? Check out Time Out Dubai for a list of happy hours for each day of the week!
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