How do I ship a package with wine?
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- 1) Foam Chips or Shredded Paper. Foam chips or gift shred can be used to add a layer of cushioning around the wine bottle, reducing the risk of breakage during shipping.
- 2) Molded Paper Pulp Packaging.
- 3) Corrugated Dividers.
- 4) Protective Foam Cushion Wrapping.
- 5) Air Packaging and Bubble Wrap.
How do I ship wine to a friend?
How To Ship Wine To A Friend
- Check your state laws and those of your friend (if out of state). Alcohol shipments are carefully regulated, whether you’re sending within the same state or out of state.
- Select a shipping company.
- If possible, ship in late spring or early fall.
- Package the wine safely and effectively.
How much does it cost to ship 12 bottles of wine?
More reasons shipping costs vary
| Box size | Price per box | Total cost of ground shipping |
|---|---|---|
| 3-bottle | $4.05 | ~$30.00 |
| 4-bottle | $4.48 | ~$35.00 |
| 6-bottle | $2.24 | ~$50.00 |
| 12-bottle | $8.99 | ~$77.00 |
How do you wrap a bottle of wine for shipping?
We recommend using polystyrene inner packaging with a corrugated outer container when shipping wine or alcohol bottles. You can also use molded pulp or die-cut corrugated packaging to protect beer, wine, liquor, and champagne. Reinforce the bottom of the box with extra tape.
Can I ship alcohol as a gift?
The United States Postal Service (USPS) prohibits sending alcoholic beverages through the mail, but you can ship alcohol via couriers, such as FedEx or UPS if you’re a licensed alcohol shipper.
Can FedEx deliver wine?
As an individual, you may not ship alcohol, including wine, beer, liquor, or champagne, through the FedEx network. If you’d like to send alcohol as a gift to a friend or family member, you’ll need to have it shipped from the licensed retailer or winery you purchased it from.