Nestled alongside the swanky Elliot Stables, you will this beautiful little store. There isn't an…read moreextensive range of accessories but the selection of whisky here is amazing. Scotch, bourbon, even New Zealand whiskey and then a selection of gin and vodkas for good measure. The quality of the product in The Whiskey Shop is first class and they offer tasting and appreciation experiences along with helpful tips on their website. The staff in-store were a little preoccupied during our Sunday excursion there however it is a great little specialist shop in the CBD.

Money can't buy you happiness but it can buy you whiskey which is pretty much the same thing. Never…read morea truer statement I don't reckon. The Whiskey Shop is a real mans man sort of store. Dark wood veneers, sumptuous leather couches. All you need is a cigar in one hand and a tumbler of whiskey in your other and you could be the perfect picture of the country squire. They stock all imported and hard to find bottles of whiskey here, many of them aged to perfection. And if whiskey ain't your thing, you can find a mixture of other alcoholic drops in their Spirit Store. I found a 21 year old bottle of Appleton rum here which was so out of my price range to be laughable, but I coveted it anyway. For an interactive experience they do whiskey tastings that cater to whiskey newbies to self proclaimed connoisseurs. I'm planning on attending the next friend bring a friend event!

Being a loyal Milford resident I am chuffed that we have such a great local bottle shop. Flag…read moregeneric supermarket wines, here you'll find interesting wineries from New Zealand and further abroad. What's more, I've always found the staff to be friendly and knowledgable. They're happy to recommend a bott or two based on your tastes.

Frog in a Barrel is a really good local independent wine shop. The staff are very friendly and…read moreknowledgeable and they often have a few reds and whites open for a quick wine tasting while you are deciding what to buy. A good variety of NZ wines coupled with a wide variety of French wines - not surprising as the owner is French - which you can try when you are feeling adventurous. Overall a definite place to pick up something different on your way to a dinner or a friends place

A new shop for these guys…read more.. They used to be situated directly in front of the Counties Inn Pub, but have moved a few doors down on the same side of the road at #21. Always great friendly service from them all, good prices, and now a cool new shop to house them. Worth repeat visits for these guys.

Titirangi Village Wines is basically what you can expect from a standard liquor store - a good…read moreselection of NZ wines and beers, and with a nice range of imported stock too. What is useful is that they have quite a few information tags underneath the stock, with content such as a quote from a magazine review, which can be helpful if you're a bit stuck deciding what you want. They also have a lot of wines, beers and other drinks on special which are all well priced and easy to find as they are marked with a red tag. Beware of the automatic sliding door to the fridge however; a sudden breeze of cold air certainly surprised me a few times as I was wandering around the shop.

Independently-owned wine shop in Mairangi Bay, close to the supermarket and offering a good…read moreselection of wine and spirits. Can't say I buy much wine here but it's definitely my go to for liqueurs, more often brandy or gin for cakes, but today it's Baileys for fudge. Not quite the same service now that Dean's gone, but I'm looking forward to some wine tasting events.

Mairangi Bay Fine Wines is exactly what the name suggests. An alcohol store, which is a little bit…read morefancy. There is a wonderful selection of wines here and although the specials may not measure up to the $7 selection of cheap savs you find in the supermarket, the quality of some of the wine makes up for that fact. The service is friendly and helpful and best of all, you may sometimes be treated to a bit of a tasting when you head in. And nothing beats a quick thirst quencher in the way of delicious wines! They always religiously check ID here and although it's a hit to the self-esteem to be mistook for a baby buying a bottle, I personally think that's always a sign of real quality liquor shop.

Very handy location for those who live in the heart of the city . Courthouse Lane Grocer stock's a…read moregreat range of grocery products from Fresh fruit and veg to toilet paper, plus an awesome range of international wines and craft beers. Staff are also very friendly and always keen to help. Sort of place with the friendly warmth you would only expect to find in a small town but located in the concrete jungle.

An efficiently run store Very handy near Chancery/Freyberg…read moreSquare Try it You will like it

The best liquor store in the Myers park area? It's certainly the one with the most character and…read moregood bargains. At the end of the day - it is just a liquor store. But the staff are friendly and willing to help you pick , and the prices are good if you are keen on a little cheeky pre drink before heading on out somewhere. Sometimes they arent quite proactive enough with their drink rotation , so check the box you get and see if there are any colder ones in the back of the fridge.

Rannach is a stunning boutique vineyard, definitely worthwhile visiting on a leisurely Sunday drive…read moreor after a morning at the local Clevedon Farmers market. They produce a fantastic Merlot which is available for tasting and purchase. The property is magically serene, and feels a million miles away from the hub bub of Auckland city. Pro Tip, pack a picnic to enjoy with your wine!

This Thirsty Liquor is a pretty standard liquor store with all the usual suspects of wine, beer,…read morecider and liquor. Price has a small premium but otherwise pretty much business as usual. The best part is the handy location in town especially if you are going up towards Albert Park. I think there are a few hostels around the area too whose backpackers probably patronize this shop quite a bit.