The closure paves the way for ABS to open a larger flagship location in a newly renovated portion of the same shopping center, between the Giant and Starbucks retail stores. The ABS flagship store is slated to open in the fall. Cabin John Village is managed by retail real estate leader EDENS.
Highlights of the new store will include a wine library, dedicated tasting area and event space. The event space will feature beverage taps so local brewers and distillers can host events further strengthening ABS’ Maryland Made program. This space also will be available for product education and special events.
“We are excited to reimagine and relocate this store to a more visible and convenient location in the same shopping center and we thank EDENS for its partnership,” said ABS Chief of Retail Operations Kent Massie. “We apologize for any inconvenience as we wind down the existing Cabin John store and simultaneously gear up for the grand opening. We promise it will be well worth the wait.”
During the transition, shoppers are encouraged to visit nearby Montgomery County Liquor and Wine stores:
- Potomac Liquor and Wine at 10132 River Rd. in Potomac
- Montrose Liquor and Wine at 12015-B Rockville Pike in Rockville
- Fallsgrove Liquor and Wine at 14937E Shady Grove Rd. in Rockville
ABS is the alcohol wholesaler of beer, wine, and spirits for Montgomery County and operates 26 retail stores throughout the County. In addition, ABS manages alcohol licensing, enforcement and education for more than 1,000 businesses. Generating more than $30 million in net income annually, its profits are used to pay down County debt with a large portion deposited in the general fund to pay for resident services that would otherwise be funded by County tax dollars.
