We will then leave the brewery village and continue along Stanhope Street towards Grafton Street. But just around the corner, it’s worth stopping for a quick pint at The Brewery Tap for another craft beer or even a cocktail.

After a few drinks it’s time to get some fresh air and stretch the legs a bit. Wander along Grafton Street and proceed (carefully) along Parliament Street to continue along Jamaica Street for another five minutes. At the corner of Jamaica Street and Bridgewater Street, check out the discreetly advertised Hobo Kiosk and enter a world of wonders and make your way downstairs.

At this point, when you find yourself in the Baltic’s most unique boozer, take a look around. Run by bohemian husband and wife team Delia and Tristan Brady-Jacobs, Hobo Kiosk is an oasis of eccentricity and, of course, good beer. The walls are decorated with fascinating curiosities and jazz is often heard from the speakers. Delia and Tristan have worked hard to create a creative and relaxing atmosphere and you will never regret your trip to the buffet.

Once back in the outside world, it’s time to head straight into the city center down Bridgewater Street until you find Love Lane Brewery. It’s fair to say that the brewery has gone through a turbulent time since its opening in 2017. It has had to be rescued from the brink of bankruptcy twice, most recently by TJ Morris, owner of Home Bargains. It’s great that this Baltic institution is now safe and well – offering a tremendous combination of great beer brewed on site and really good gastro food.

Now that you’ve had your fill of beer and food, it’s time for a little exercise again – but not too much. For me, as a craft beer lover, no visit to the Baltic Triangle is complete without visiting Black Lodge Brewing. From Love Lane, head towards the main road towards Wapping and head up, up, until you reach Kings Dock Street; The brewery will be on your right.

Black Lodge is one of Liverpool’s leading craft brewers and its impressive Baltic site has become a mecca for craft lovers, regularly hosting the Craft Beer Expo event. Inside the brewery is the taproom, where you can enjoy one of this great local company’s delicious beers – and if you’re somehow still hungry after your last stop, there’s usually a great pop-up spot with refreshments on offer.

So are you still with me? We have one last stop on our Baltic cruise, and it’s an important one. If you head down Kings Dock Street and onto the main Wapping road, continue on until you reach the Baltic Fleet, one of Liverpool’s most iconic boozers.

Surrounded by modern apartment buildings and hotels, the 19th-century building resembles a ship, an important reminder of this city’s maritime heritage in both its name and design. For me there is no friendlier Liverpool pub than the Baltic Fleet. The perfect place to escape from any bad situation weather or huddled together on a dark night (which may well happen when you’re done wandering). Grab yourself a hand-brewed draft beer and settle in. If you’re lucky, you might even hear the sounds of the sea shanties while contemplating a nice day spent drinking.