Symbol of Wine and Hospitality: Grapes are the fruit used to make wine, which historically was a popular and prestigious drink in Britain alongside beer and ale. Naming a pub "The Grapes" symbolized a place where wine (and other drinks) were served, signaling hospitality and conviviality. Medieval and Religious Roots: Many old English pubs took their names from symbols familiar to people in medieval times, including plants, animals, and religious iconography. Grapes, often associated with the Christian Eucharist (wine symbolizing the blood of Christ), were a common motif. Some pubs named "The Grapes" date back centuries and may have been originally linked to vineyards, wine merchants, or simply adopted the name to attract customers by evoking the idea of fine wine. Here its a bit odd as a pub name, especially since it has no direct connection to Liverpool’s maritime history, yet it’s been a local staple for centuries. They're all supposedly 18 great in the city.