I don't really know why Drinx is spelt with an 'x' and not 'ks'. I guess they thought 'Drinks'…read morewasn't an imaginative name enough name for an off-licence, so they decided to be a bit edgy and spell it with an 'x'. Maybe they thought this sort of poor spelling would attract a young clientele, who knows. Anyway, Drinx is a moderately-sized off-licence located in Maghull's square and offers the usual modest selection of alcohol that you would expect from an off-licence of its kind. The prices aren't particularly cheap but as with most places like this, you're paying a little bit extra for the convenience (and them not being warm, usually). There is the usual selection of lagers and bitters available but nothing too obscure generally and the range of wines on offer is fairly extensive. If you're looking for the cheapest deals possible then you should probably head to the nearest supermarket but if you're in a rush then Drinx isn't too bad a place to go to.

Drinx is a little discount alcohol shop in Maghull Square. You can get your beer, wine, and spirits…read morehere at decent prices, but I wouldn't count on the quality. I always question alcohol that comes from a shop that doesn't know how to spell. (What's with Drinx, Boozze, Boooooooz, etc???) But if you're in a bind and you gotta have a drink ... wait, I shouldn't be promoting that kind of behaviour. :p

The Bottle Stop is another of my staple bottle shops. It's a short journey in the car (they have a…read moresmall car park around the back of the store). Or if you are travelling from Manchester City Centre you can catch the X57 bus that will stop directly outside or get the train to Bramhall station which is a 10-15 min walk away. They have a very good selection of beers mainly from the UK, Belgium and German with a small selection of USA craft beer. Which is all priced very well. You will struggle to find a better price elsewhere on the beers they have for sale here. One of my favourite beer styles is Saison and they have an excellent range of them here. They also have a couple of beer lines. So you can purchase a pint to sip while you shop or sit on the beer tables outside. It's great on a hot summers day! The selection they have for sale on draft changes quite regular too. They also have a large selection of wines and spirits available. If you a throwing a party and need a great range of beers, wines and spirits then this is the one stop shop you will need. I really like this place, the selection is varied and the price is great. If you love a good beer this place is definitely worth the short trip.

Threshers wine shops always remind me of my teenage years, trying to sneak in and get away with…read morebuying a few bottles of cider without being asked for ID! They remain traditonal off licences where you can browse the wine racks, ask advice, place special orders, and appear to dying off in favour of the brasher, cheaper bargain basement off licences. I still enjoy visitng this Threshers, the service is good, friendly and helpful, and they stock an excellent range of wines, beers and spirits. they may be a little bit pricier than the supermarket, but they have much better quality products, if you're keen on your wine.

Shiraz Merlot Clairet…read moreCabernet Sauvignon Chardonnay Soave Pinot Noir Verdelho or Riesling? Whatever your choice of wine, this branch of Oddbins has a great selection of European, English and New World wines. Prices range from £7-£15 for a great bottle of red, white or rose but they usually have special offers on for around a fiver too. The staff are friendly and knowledgable and more than happy to recommend new wines if you're looking for something fruity, spicy, dry or sweet. They also have regular tastings on Saturday afternoons where you can sample new lines. The reason I've given it an extra star is simple: last time I popped in they were playing a classic Lee Hazlewood and Nancy Sinatra album. How many other off licenses offer customers sublime wine and sublime music? My point exactly!

This place gets 10/10 for knowledgeable and friendly staff! I shop here whenever I want a really…read morespecial bottle of wine for a special occasion and they're always soo helpful! They really do know everything about wine.. Inside out. I know nothing about wine, and this is obvious, but they never make you feel silly or patronised! Instead they put everything in layman's terms to help you find the right wine for your meal or occasion. They can even recommend a wine to suit whatever you're planning to cook for your dinner. They have a huge selection of different wines and their prices range from about £5.99 up to £50+ Well worth a look and getting a nice bottle or red for a treat, a present or a special occasion!

If there's one thing you can always rely on at the end of a hard day's work, it's a nice cold…read moreglass, bottle or pint of beer. Whether it's a more exotic brand or just your bog-standard Foster's or Carling, you can always rely on them to quench your thirst. The Inn Beer Shop is a lovely little café/bar up the far end of Southport's busy Lord Street that offers customers a chance to take the weight off their seat and have a coffee and some cake for a small price. However, unlike the other cafes in the area, The Inn Beer Shop also specialises in a great range of interesting beers that are both unusual and very refreshing. Their selection is gloriously wide and you can even browse them as you sit and drink as they have a large selection of bottles on display, all lined up for your perusal. The café itself isn't massive but they make good use of the space, and there's even a pleasant seating area outside if you can't find space inside, enabling you to enjoy the perfect combination on a sunny day - great weather and great beer.

The 1st craft beer shop in town,great place,outdoor seating if it doesn't rain,mind boggling array…read moreof bottled beers,and 2/3 pumps,local sandgrounder brews