The owner Jim is as knowledge as it gets when it comes to whiskey. He always makes himself available to give recommendations. Plus the store stocks a variety of local liquors as well as the big national brands.What pushes the Packie above the rest for me are the store picks. Jim has the palate of Dionysus. He picks only the best whiskey to share with his patrons and if you’ve had one you know why people keep coming back.
Phenomenal Shop! Veteran owned and the owner, Jim is a really great dude. I won’t shop anywhere else. I’m going on 2 years as a customer, and started working here about 3 months ago. Nothing but great things to say on both sides. Quality beats normality and I’m here for it. Really really solid.
The Packie is my new go-to liquor store. You might say they are my packie to get the best spirits. They have a wide arrangement of liquor and I like that they have new whiskey selections each week. They even have a discount for us veterans. Head in and see Casey for a great recommendation! You can thank me later.
Best liquor store in the area by far. Staff is awesome, selection is fantastic specially for bourbon. They didn’t have exactly what I was looking for and Casey hooked me up with something that I think may be better. Highly suggest for all your needs.
Great little local liquor store!! Wonderful selection, including a ton of minis. Very friendly!! So glad I stopped in. Will definitely be back. 100% recommend!
Great selection, knowledgeable and helpful staff, and good prices. Best run liquor store in the area!
Nice store very clean Friendly staffGood selection.
The best local liquor store. I appreciate being able to go somewhere where the staff is friendly, knowledgeable about the products, and real. They know what I like and make good recommendations based off that. They’re straight with me about what’s good and what’s not worth it my money. I’m happy to spend a little more than the discount stores for that service alone, but the prices aren’t high either. They’re competitive and reasonable. If you want quality service and products, The Packie should be your only choice.
Great selection and super friendly staff. Best local liquor store, hands down!
Jim the owner was nice and friendly. He puts time and effort into picking barrels of bourbon. I bought an Eagle Rare pick from him that was hands down one of the best bottles I’ve ever had. Very competitive prices and a willingness to put in the effort to bring great barrel selections to the customers. Highly recommend.
Tldr; cool place, great selections, store picks, owner that cares, better than big box locationsThis is a great store with an owner (Jim) that actually knows (and cares) about what he carries. I have been in several times and have asked about a number of spirits (mostly whiskeys) and not once has the reply been I have no idea. If he hasnt personally tried it, he at least provides context as to why he has decided to carry it (based on reviews he has read or requests he has received for example). Its never been because a distributor is pushing him to buy it. Trust me, once you get to know Jim, youll know hed never give in to that kind of suggestion. He gets stuff because he thinks his customers will appreciate it. Not because his distributors want him too.Its nice to find a store with such a curated selection to begin with, but what puts this store over the top in my opinion is that he also regularly has a nice selection of barrel picks that Jim himself has selected from various distillates. Youre not going to find this level of curated offerings from any of the big box retail chains.Definitely worth a stop or three. If youre still reading this review, what are you waiting for?! You could be halfway there by now!Pro tip: When you visit, softly hum or sing Baby shark, just loud enough for Jim to hear. Its his favorite song and if he hears you, youll get the hook up!
No BS. The Packie is a store that has knowledgeable staff that knows their wine and spirits.You could go to some chain store and get suggestions from little Timmy or Suzie who havent had a drop of alcohol. Or you could go to The Packie where youll get real suggestions that steer you in the right direction so that you have a great night with a nice drink in hand.Lets put it this way, would you rather have an experienced pilot like Han Solo (The Packie) teaching you how to fly the Millennium Falcon or would you want some random rebel pilot whos never even sat in the pilot seat?The answer is simple. The Packie for the Win!!!
When traveling it can be tough to find a great store that is clean with a staff that has the consumer at heart. I loved my experience at The Packie.Jim not only took the time to make sure that I understood what I was buying but also shared his personal story with me. It made the overall buying experience a true pleasure. These type of stores are few and far between.
Store has a great selection and fair prices. Jim knows about all the different spirits not just bourbon even though that’s all anyone wants to know about nowadays. He’ll get you away from chasing those overpriced allocated bourbons and get you something better based on your palate. He does gets allocated bourbons and instead of selling to restaurants or at secondary prices, he sells it to his customers at fair prices. Packie has some of the best bourbon barrel picks in the whole state. He takes pride in the store he has grown and a good contributor to the Summerville community.
This shop is hands-down one of the best in SC for bringing GOOD BOURBON to the masses. Jim is very knowledgeable and has a great ability to pick excellent barrels, making their inventory literally one of a kind. I highly recommend this place!
Since my first experience at The Packie, Jim and his staff are extremely knowledgeable about their products. The selection is great and if they do not have something, they will try their best to get it for you. As a veteran myself it great to support another local veteran who always looks out for us. Highly recommend The Packie.
Awesome place to get your bourbon and other spirits! Not a more knowledgeable staff, and has the best variety I have ever seen in the area, and probably the state. Every time I stop in there is something on the shelf that I haven’t tried so it’s nice to have all those options in one place. Packie’s is a must stop for those that appreciate a great, extensive bourbon selection, and those who are looking to stock their liquor cabinets before the next big game, holiday party, or whatever your next event is! Best liquor store in the low country, HANDS DOWN!!!!
So there I was on a rainy Charleston day stuck in traffic on Dorchester Rd., when all of a sudden a piercing ray of sunlight beamed down from the heavens upon a small store. I pondered to myself what establishment could this be to get such a heavenly sign. It was.....The PackieI walked inside and was immediately flabbergasted at the amazing selection of the nectar of the gods. After my shock wore off I was greeted by the purveyor of these perfect pots of liquid gold. Jim was quick to offer assistance and regal me on the stories of bourbon and yesteryear.Cheers to this fine store. I will be back tomorrow.
My new favorite liquor store. Kasey was very friendly and helpful!
I dont know who does their sandwich sign, but she must be an amazing artist. great job!
I’ll be honest. I don’t really do a lot of reviews but this place is well deserved of some love, maybe even awards. I think major distilleries should take note and send special allotments of their hard to find liquor to this store because they do such a good job. Fantastic family atmosphere, friendly, polite, and clean. We all know how important cleanliness is right now, and this store stays very clean. Maybe the cleanest I’ve ever seen. Also, if you use the password “big papi”, he’ll reach into the back for his hidden bottles of Pappy Van Winkle!
I live in Columbia and this store is worth the drive. They always have a good selection and the owner and staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. I try to stop by whenever I’m in the area and the occasional random trip. They offer store/barrel picks that are highly sought after. If you are ever in the area you need to swing in and check this place out.
Friendly staff, clean store, reasonable price! Great store?
Good selection of liquor. Service is always great!
The Packie is where I go for a great bourbon selection and for an owner who gives great recommendations. Jim doesn’t pressure you to buy anything, doesn’t push certain products and gives a no- BS opinion if you ask about different bourbons. Great store picks as well. Fair prices. Stop by almost once a week.
The Packie is hands down the best liquor store in the Low Country. There is an excellent selection of just about every spirit youre looking for, especially bourbon. Going here can feel like more of an experience than just a stop at a liquor store. The owner, Jim, can answer questions on every spirit or wine in the store and guide you in the right direction for your pallet. If you live in or visit the Low Country, definitely make a stop in at The Packie.
Great local shop for spirits! As an avid bourbon guy, I was happy to be able to sneak in while in the area and get one of the renowned packie picks — Pancake Batter. This lock was a highly regarded single barrel pick of Eagle Rare available only at this location. Would highly recommend stopping in to see what they have — who knows, you just may be lucky enough to walk out with a pick 🥃
Im a bourbon guy, and the Packie is the only place in the Summerville area where Ill spend my money. They have a huge selection of good bourbons at great prices. Also, they frequently (seems like almost always) have barrel select or single barrel store pick bourbons that the owner selects himself. Jim is super knowledgeable and eager to help find something that fits your palate. I occasionally venture away from bourbon, and the Packie has me covered there. They recently had a store pick Rum that was fantastic! Definitely recommend you stop by if youre in the area!
This place is fantastic. I have only been once but my favorite part were the cats. I love cats and he had cats everywhere! I mean all kinds of cats. Brown cats, black cats, white cats.....really all kinds of cats. Ill never shop for bourbon anywhere else. Keep it up with the cats!
I’ve been to The Packie several times. Always friendly, knowledgeable service! Asked for recommendations and received great advice. I live in West Ashley but the drive is worth it! I also appreciate the Veterans discount!
The Packie is a great spot to grab all of your spirits. Large selection of popular items, including my favorite, bourbon, at reasonable prices. Jim makes the effort to know his customers and cater to their needs. Also love that he gets hard to find barrel selections of bourbon, rye whiskey and rum! Its a clean, veteran owned and operated establishment in a great location in Summerville.
Casey was on the register and helped me pick out a bottle for the closing of my sellers home today. He had such a awesome personality and made my day by how cool he was.
My absolute favorite place to purchase spirits! The guy that works there is top notch! He is very helpful and is just a fun guy. The store is set up very nicely and always clean.
There’s finally a liquor store in Summerville that you can go to where the ownership looks out and listens to their customers. Jim always makes you feel at home and is quick to start up conversation with everyone that enters the store. He’s always wanting to know what I’m in looking for and is quick to make suggestions based off of my passed picks from visiting the store. If you’re looking for a hard to find bottle, a good selection of all liquor or just a great conversation, The Packie is your one stop shop.
Those other big box stores are a waste of time. They cater to restaurants and dont really offer their finest products to regular customers. The Packie has some great liquid and it is competitively priced. And their staff is knowledgeable. And they care. We stop by whenever we are in town to see what store picks are available. Big thumbs up from Columbia!
Best place in Charleston to get good quality bourbon barrel picks and even good everyday drinkers. Jim and his staff are very knowledgeable and willing to help you find what you need. Would highly recommend!
Super friendly and helpful. Im usually in there for gift-buying, with a vague request like, I dunno. Shes turning 26, wears a lot of pink, and likes karaoke, and I always end up leaving with what ends up being a perfect gift bottle of booze for someone. Great selection and convenient location.
The Packie is a must visit for all your liquor needs in the Summerville/Charleston area. It presents a superior variety and supply while still maintaining a small town feel. Jim is a great guy who has a vast insight into helping you pick out just the right bottle(s). Supporting The Packie supports a local veteran-owned small business that frequently gives back to the community. Great values and variety at great prices.
A.must stop anytime you are in the Charleston area. I’m an hour and a half away and make the trip as often as possible. Friendly and knowledgeable staff, local veteran owned store. Great selection to take care of all your needs. Stop and see Jim, you won’t be disappointed!
Great selection and great prices. The decor and signage in front of the store set this place apart from the rest.
Great experience! The selection is great the prices are great and Jim was very helpful! I will be making all of my purchases at the Packie from now on. Thanks Jim!
They had both of Hubbys drinks & He got a Veterans discount‼️
The Packie is a must stop if you are in Charleston or the Summerville area. Jim and staff are extremely personable and knowledgeable about whatever kind of spirit you are searching for whether that be vodka, rum, bourbon, or whatever. Not only are the prices great, but Jim goes above and beyond to get customers hard to find things such as barrel picks that no other stores in the area will have. And trust me when I say the barrel picks are fantastic! If you are looking for a place with all your spirit needs at more than reasonable prices and a phenomenal selection, look no further than the Packie! Did I mention they are also veteran owned too? Stop by the Packie today! You wont be disappointed!
Best store around Summerville/Charleston area! Jim is awesome and always has something new and cool to try. Never have to worry about outrageous secondary pricing and the bourbon selection is great. My go-to store for everything. Store picks are always on point. Not to mention the store is AMERICAN and VETERAN owned. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
The Packie is a great store. I live on James Island but I make the drive to the Packie when I get a chance because it has a great selection and very reasonable prices. The owner is very knowledgeable and always makes you feel welcome as soon as you walk in the door. Well worth a visit!
Great selection, very knowledgeable and helpful. The owner doesnt push you to buy bottles with a popular label. He will make recommendations that fit your needs/wants. The store is incredibly clean and organized. They get great Barrel Picks and is Veteran owned. My go to store in Summerville.
My first trip to the Packie was yesterday and I was definitely impressed with their selection and the knowledge by the staff especially with bourbon. I saw two different single barrel picks, available in his store. Even though I prefer bourbon, I settled on a single barrel Rum pick that is delicious!! I will be back soon. Love the small store feel and the staff.
Jim/the Packie reminds me of my time living in Boston with the accent, clean store and great variety/prices. Awesome store with some of the best prices in town. They have great store picks and Jim is easy to chat with about all spirits - his recommendations have been hits at parties/as gifts... see y’all soon!
Incredibly great store and staff! Very informative and as a bourbon novice they were helpful in showing me where to start and what to look for. It is well worth a trip! Cheers!
I learned about the Packie through a fellow bourbon lover, and it just happened to be on the way home (and only 5 minutes) from work. I have enjoyed many afternoons decompressing from work by chatting with Jim and company, browsing the selection for way too long, and often trying a new spirit or two. If youre looking for a great selection, helpful staff, and good prices, the Packie is worth the trip.
Friendly staff. Great selection. Great pricing.
Packie?... you hardly even know me! But for real, cool store just dont go there looking for good bourbon. Like at all! They dont dont have any, especially not store picks! ONLY vodka and Crown Peach. Good people but again wish they sold bourbon. Oh well, no ones perfect!
Great prices and selection of bourbon. I always try to stop in when heading down to the low country. Highly recommend for bourbon and great customer service.
Some of the nicest gentlemen you will ever meet! They always make me laugh!
Jim is a great guy and this is an AMAZING store! There is a vast selection of distilled spirits of every kind. The bourbon and american whiskey selection is the best in the region! Cannot recommend enough A+++
One of the best liquor stores in the Charleston area. Consistently has some phenomenal store picks. The staff is very kind and knowledgeable. If youre looking for some great bourbons, this is the store for you!
Good looking store me and my husband came in there for the first time on Saturday (last Saturday)and the owner is really nice and the store was clean and best of all its veteran owned!! We will definitely be back there!! Great selection too!!
When you walk into the Packie, even if for the first time, you have arrived home. Jim is always there to greet his customers--the regulars and the first timers. You can hang out and chew the fat or get in and get out with speed. His selection is wide and deep, from cordials, Tequila, Rum, Whiskey (Scotch, Irish, Canadian, or American/Bourbon). For those who look for allocated bottles, The Packie is the kind of establishment where you will find these bottles at MSRP. And......if you happen upon the Packie when Jim has any one of his many barrel picks out...then be sure to snatch it up. I drive well out of my way to patronize the Packie, and you would do well to do it too.
Great place! Very nice customer service. I love the down to earth atmosphere and the selection is great. Always very clean and organized. Fair prices and the great drink advice always! I thank the owners for their service on and away from the field ❤️🤍💙
Support your local Mom n Pop liquor stores! I dont know that Jim is even a mom OR a pop, but if hes not, he probably has one or two of them, so its support by proxy. I always stop in on Wednesdays which is the same day as Swig & Swines half-off Wing Wednesday right across the street, and Jim doesnt work Wednesdays, so I dont even get credit for shopping there, but thats alright. Hes shown a remarkable proclivity for picking whiskey barrels, and Ive plowed through a handful of those over the past year (bottles, not barrels). Staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and if you catch them on the right day, you might even get to sample some socially-distanced hooch at the register. Also, on a scale of 1-5, Jim has a 6* beard, and smells generally inoffensive.Shop Smart. Shop the Packie.
Great store picks great service definitely found my liquor store I’ll drive 45 mins there before I’d ever go to the one right down the road!
Packie is the best hometown liquor store in town. Always has a solid selection and knowledge to help you find whatever yout looking for. The guys there are always great with suggestions if your looking to try something new.
Definitely recommend to anyone. From the bourbon whiskey connoisseurs to the people just grabbing some Svedka for a shindig. Great place.
The Packie is the number 1 place to go in Summerville. The service is great, and Jim gives expert advice and recommendations. I highly recommend!! Don’t be afraid to ask for a sample, he’s super accommodating- and his store picks are not to miss! The atmosphere is inviting, and I appreciate how he treats my wife when she patronizes solo. Always a great experience. Go visit, you’ll be glad you did. Better still- follow him on Facebook, his store signs are entertaining enough to make it worth it. 👍👍👍👍👍
Great store, run by a great guy. I make sure to stop by and buy something anytime I’m even close to the store. If you see a bottle with a packie pick sticker on it, you are in for a treat. The owner picks out great single barrel fairly often.
Im not from the area but ventured into the store to grab a bottle of bourbon to take to a friend. I was pleasently surprised to find a nice selection and great customer service! Jim shares the love for bourbon and was a great reference to help me make a decision on which great bottle to buy! I only wish that this store was located in the midlands so I could shop there more often! Next time Im in the low country, I will be stopping by!
Do not pass the Packie by! Amazing overall selection with a focus on nice whiskey. The owner is a Vet & knows bourbon well. Fun single barrel store picked bottles too.
Best liquor store in Summerville! Excellent selection and extremely knowledgeable staff. The owner really makes an effort to bring in new products and has made some truly excellent barrel picks!
Living on Johns Island, it isnt often that I make it to Summerville, but when I do, I always make it a point to swing by The Packie. Veteran owner Jim and his fellow staff are always warm and welcoming, and they are especially knowledgeable of their liquor selection.If bourbons and whiskeys are your drink of choice, Jim can help you find the best bottle thats right for you. If youre looking to make the perfect weekend cocktail and entertain guests, The Packie also offers a wonderful and competitively priced selection of liquors and cordials to satisfy your guests and your wallet.The Packie is hands down my favorite package store in the Lowcountry. Go check it out!
Great selections, great prices and friendly, helpful and informative staff! Not only is the Packie a local business, it’s veteran owned an operated! Overall top notch establishment!
I had heard about Packie Wine and Spirits and decided when passing through the area, I would stop and check them out. It was well worth it. Not only do they have a great selection, the service is top notch. If you’re ever in the Summerville area, swing by and check them out.
Kasey and Perrt rock!!! Love this location. Veteran owned rocks!!!!
There is always a good selection of alcohol and even some special brands that I can’t find locally. I enjoy visiting and learning about different bourbons. The staff is knowledgeable, veteran owned and very friendly.
I went in for advice on different bourbons to try since I was new to the area. The guys here are amazing with the best customer service and dedication to make sure you leave happy!! I will always come to Packie’s to shop for all my spirits! I’m glad I found such an amazing liquor store to come to with the nicest people working here!!
What an great place!! The staff is always professional and more than helpful to answer any of your questions are just chat about the selection. They also have amazing store pick!!!
Regardless of your spirit of choice, The Packie is the place to shop. They have a great selection of bourbons, rums, tequilas, brandys, and vodkas. Jim is always quick to help with suggestions to help a customer find the perfect spirit. Be sure to check in regularly for his stores barrel picks. He has had great picks of bourbons, ryes, and even rums. I personally drive about 10 miles and pass numerous other package stores just to shop at The Packie. It is worth the trip for the selection, service, and price.
AWESOME STORE!!! Enjoy every time I go in knowing there could be something on the shelf I’ve never seen. Look forward to all of the great store picks and customer service that comes with THE PACKIE!!
My husband is a bourbon drinker and I, admittedly, don’t know much about it. Usually I go in blind and don’t get much help. At The Packie, Jim takes his time and asks questions. He didn’t treat me like I knew nothing, and actually taught me a thing or 2 about bourbon. He gives honest reviews and opinions, making sure I leave with something great. It also doesn’t hurt that he’s a fellow Masshole (like my husband). The Packie has become our ‘go to’ place. Best liquor store in Summerville...that also sells wine. 😀
I get all of my liquor needs met at The Packie. They have anything you need and may even have the occasional hard to find bourbon. They have barrel picks in regularly, their prices are great and the guys that work there are great to deal with. Go support a local, veteran owned business.
Favorite place to get spirits in the lowcountry. Very friendly and warm environment, excellent bourbon selection, great store picks. The owner Jim is very helpful and fun to talk with.
Great service, good prices, and one of the best assortments available in the low country. Would highly recommend stopping in whether you’re a local or a visitor.
Incredible prices, great people to deal with.. Answers any question and had tons of knowledge on all products.. And a member of the military family, Marines 🤗
Casey KC was very nice and helpful!@
Best store in the Lowcountry! Great selection and great prices can be hard to find these days, but The Packie knock both out of the park! Highly recommend!
The Packie is the Lowcountry spirits Mecca. In addition to the standard fare, much effort is put into their barrel pick program and they have released great bottles with unique stickers, worthy to be shown off in your glass and on your shelf. Stop by and give them your business, it won’t be the last time you do so!
Great selection and fair prices. The owner has always been spot on with his recommendations. Their private barrel picks are always top notch as well. Best liquor store in Summerville!
The Packie is hands down the best Liquor store in Summerville. The owner is very knowledgeable on all the Spirits that he sells . The Packie has a good selection of spirits. I definitely recommend this place.
Great store with a knowledgeable veteran owner. For Bourbon lovers, you can find store picks here periodically! Best liquor store in Summerville!
Great selection, especially of local spirits. Definitely grab a bottle of Carolina Cream... You will not regret it.
Excellent store with awesome staff and prices! Look out for all the awesome barrel picks they have!
Was working in the area and was told this is the place to go . Very impressed with the prices & selection - i’m a Bourbon guy and was not disappointed .... great store picks !store owner very accommodating, not used to someone not pushy!
I could tell you to shop a local, veteran-owned liquor store, but that would be simply inadequate. I dont live nearby, but stop in whenever Im in the neighborhood because its the kind of place that improves your life. I walked in on a Tuesday afternoon, timid and down on my luck, hoping to earn brownie points from the wife by learning to appreciate Appletinis and Cosmopolitans. The owner, Jim, told me that was unacceptable. He taught me to drink hard liquor like a man. He taught me to like mezcal, rye, and especially bourbon. My life changed. I walk a little taller, lift more weight at the gym, grow a fuller beard, and impregnate my wife just by winking at her. Do yourself a favor: be a man; shop The Packie.
Easily the best local spirits store I’ve encountered. Solid selection. Knowledgeable staff.
The Packie is the best win and spirits store in town! Great selection, great prices, and great staff.
Great spot with an awesome selection. Jim is a great guy and its impossible to walk out without finding something to take home.
Hands down of the the best liquor store experience Ive had! I travel to liquor stores all over the state. The owner, Jim Daniloff, is doing amazing things! His store picks are the best in charlston and its not just whiskey. Hes done rum and tequila too! The only thing better than his customers service is his knowledge of spirits and the growing spirt community here in South Carolina. I cant say enough good things about this place! Keep up the good work man, youll see me again soon!
Great place with enough whiskey to float a battleship around. Very knowledgeable staff with great taste.
Definitely worth the trek from downtown charleston! Awesome staff, a couple of amazing perks while shopping! Store picks are not to be missed!!! Cheers!