MOST of us will want to raise a glass or two to toast the festive season, but the cost of alcohol can quickly spiral out of control. Luckily, the big supermarkets have a number of special offers that can help you keep down costs. 1 Save on wine and beer with top deals Credit: Getty It's a good idea to plan the alcohol you are likely to need over the festive season now.

That way, you can get ahead and take advantage of any bulk buying offers, as well as look for special offers on the booze you want. If you are after a particular brand of wine or beer, it's worth using a price comparison site such as Price Runner to find the cheapest place to buy - it may not be from the big supermarkets. And you should always check if you can get cashback through sites such as Quidco or Topcashback to help make an extra saving.

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BUY SIX GET 25% OFF Most of us will manage to get through a fair amount of plonk over the festive season. Plus, a bottle makes for an easy gift to a Christmas host. Happily, many of the big supermarkets can help you save money with bulk buying offers.

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