SHIPPING POLICY (Alcohol Compliance Included)

This Shipping Policy explains processing times, delivery options, costs, legal requirements, and customer responsibilities when ordering from our website.

1. Order Processing Time

  • Orders are processed within 0–1 business days.

  • Weekend and holiday orders are processed on the next business day.

  • Age-sensitive orders (alcohol products) may require additional verification time.

2. Legal Age Verification (For Alcohol Orders)

Because we sell alcoholic beverages, U.S. law requires the following:

  • You must be 21 years or older to purchase alcohol.

  • A valid government-issued ID is required upon delivery.

  • Carriers will not deliver alcohol to:

    • Minors

    • P.O. boxes

    • Unattended addresses

  • Failed age verification results in the package being returned.

  • Re-shipping fees may apply.

By placing an order, you confirm you are 21+ and legally allowed to receive alcohol in your state.

3. Alcohol Shipping Restrictions (United States)

Due to state and federal laws, we cannot ship alcohol to certain locations.

We currently do not ship alcohol to the following states:
❌ Rhode Island (restricted)
❌ Delaware (restricted)
❌ Any state where local laws prohibit direct-to-consumer alcohol delivery

We ship alcohol legally to all other U.S. states where permitted.

International alcohol shipments depend on each country’s regulations and may be limited.

4. Available Shipping Methods

We offer a variety of delivery options, including:

  • Standard Ground Delivery

  • Expedited Delivery

  • Express or Overnight Shipping

  • International Shipping (where allowed)

All alcohol shipments are handled by trusted carriers such as:

✔ UPS
✔ FedEx
✔ DHL
✔ USPS (where permitted)

Signature and age verification are required for all alcohol deliveries.

5. Shipping Costs

Shipping fees are calculated at checkout based on:

  • Delivery destination

  • Weight/size of the order

  • Selected delivery speed

  • Alcohol-handling requirements

Some premium or rare bottles may require additional insurance or protective packaging.

6. Estimated Delivery Times

  • Domestic U.S.: 3–5 business days

  • International: 5–7 business days

Delivery delays may occur due to:

  • Weather conditions

  • Carrier delays

  • Customs inspections

  • Age-verification issues

  • High-demand seasons

We process all orders quickly, but once shipped, delivery speed depends on the carrier.

7. Order Tracking

After your order ships, you will receive:

  • A tracking number

  • Carrier name

  • Estimated delivery date

Tracking updates depend on the carrier’s system.

8. Incorrect Address Policy

If the customer enters an incorrect shipping address:

  • Contact us immediately to correct it

  • We are not responsible for lost packages due to incorrect addresses

  • Re-shipping fees may apply if the package is returned to us

9. Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Packages

If your shipment is:

  • Lost

  • Stolen

  • Damaged

Notify us immediately and we will file a claim with the carrier.

For alcohol orders, damaged shipments are handled with priority insurance due to fragile product nature.

10. Customs, Duties & International Tax Fees

For international orders:

  • Customs duties, import taxes, or clearance fees may apply

  • The customer is responsible for these charges

  • Alcohol shipments may require additional documentation

Please check local regulations before ordering.

11. Contact Information

For any shipping-related questions or concerns, please contact us:

📧 Email: service@worldofwhiskeyshop.com
📞 Phone: +1 6267655471
🌐 Website: worldofwhiskeyshop.com

🔒 TRUST & SAFETY BADGES

We are committed to safe, verified, and transparent shopping.

✔ Age-Verified Alcohol Retailer
✔ Secure Checkout (SSL Protected)
✔ Verified Shipping Partners (UPS, FedEx, DHL)
✔ Authentic Product Guarantee
✔ Fast & Reliable Delivery
✔ Dedicated Customer Support