Ordering Bourbon Online?

[Joshua223]

Hi guys,

I don't really drink so all of this is foreign to me. I wanted to send a bottle of bourbon to someone in another state as a thank you gift. I know what kind they would like so I need to find a place that ships to Ohio that doesn't have too many hoops.

Not sure if anyone will be there to sign for it, is that usually a requirement?
If they had to pick it up to sign for it that would probably be okay, but one site mentioned it would be returned to sender and there would be a restocking fee.
One site mentioned a minimum purchase amount. Is that the norm?
Haven't really thought about shipping it myself since I don't know if there are any restrictions in those situations.

I may end up getting a gift card or something, but I think opening a REAL gift is a lot better sometimes.

Thanks guys!

 

[sarimento1]

Sir Josh, Welcome to B&B!

I'm not fully informed about shipping gifted alcohol to Ohio.

However, to be safe, I'd suggest a Total Wine gift card!

Nice thought to share some bourbon with others!

Cheers!!

 

[Joshua223]

Thanks for the welcome Sarimento!

Looks like they don't ship there and he doesn't have a store nearby so I'll keep looking. Thanks for the tip though. Maybe he has one of those chain stores (with gift cards) that sells spirits in his area.

 

[bobmsp]

Ohio is (for the most part) a liquor control state and liquor is sold through official agencies. I grew up in OH but have not lived there while of drinking age so I don’t know the rules re delivery. Your best bet is to call an agency near where you want the bottle delivered and see if they can help.

 

[TexLaw]

I'm pretty sure that any shipper will require an adult signature for alcohol. That may be a legal matter.

If you were to ship it yourself, I believe FedEx is your only option. It's illegal to ship alcohol via USPS, and UPS just doesn't want to do it.