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 you send a bottle of wine in the mail?
It is illegal in the US for non-licensed individuals to ship wine through the mail. If you would like to send someone wine, you will need to buy wine through a licensed company. Fortunately, there are many companies that can send fine vintages, bottles, gift baskets, and club memberships to your recipient.
Can I ship wine to a friend USPS?
First of all, the most important thing to keep in mind is that it's illegal for one individual to ship any amount of wine to another person through the mail in the United States, regardless of where you live or whether you try the U.S. Postal Service, UPS, or FedEx.13 Apr 2020
Will USPS know if I ship alcohol?
Heads up: USPS will deny your shipment if your package has any labeling or branding that shows it MIGHT carry alcohol! If you're asking yourself why this matters, keep in mind that lots of people like to reuse old packaging for new shipments.
Does shipping wine damage it?
For years, wine shipping in the heat of the summer has been discouraged. If the internal bottle temperature rises above 80°F, wine can begin to deteriorate. Nearing 86°F and above, wine starts to cook, and the pressure will begin pushing the cork out. Freezing can damage the wine, the cork, and the bottle.3 Feb 2020
Is shipping wine safe?
Due to its alcohol content, wine freezes at a lower temperature than water, around 20 - 22°F. Freezing can damage the wine, the cork, and the bottle. Wine not adequately protected during shipping can suffer significantly when external temperatures approach 5°F. The same thing happens to wine.3 Feb 2020
How do you mail wine safely?
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.
Does wine go bad in shipping?
What are the shipment policies of the store you are ordering from? You don't want your wine shipped in the really hot or cold months. If it sits on a truck for too long in either extremes, the wine can ruin. All your reputable online stores will have temperature polices on their sites so look for them.16 Sept 2015
Can I ship a bottle of alcohol to a friend?
It is technically legal to ship alcohol in the United States. However, that does not mean that it is easy. The only people who can legally ship alcohol are companies who are licensed to sell alcohol to parties in states that permit shipments.9 Jan 2018
Can I ship a bottle of wine through FedEx?
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.