The Bourbon Daily Show #3,413 – Mailing it in for Valentine's Day

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Discover how the ABV Barrel Shop lets you try single barrels before buying in Arnold, Missouri.

This episode of The Bourbon Daily features hosts Nick Neal and Max Hedroom discussing listener-submitted questions about bourbon. The show is sponsored by ABV Barrel Shop, The Bar to Go, and the Neely Family Distillery. The hosts begin by noting they are recording near Valentine's Day. A listener named Mike from New York asks about the best way to mail bourbon to a friend, prompting a discussion on legal shipping methods. The hosts mention specific carriers like FedEx and UPS, noting their official policies prohibit shipping alcohol without a license. They reference the complex and varying state laws regarding direct-to-consumer alcohol shipment. One suggested method involves using specialized shipping services designed for wine clubs, which may also handle spirits. The hosts advise against simply boxing a bottle and declaring it as "olive oil" or another item, citing risks of breakage and seizure. They emphasize the importance of proper packaging, including bubble wrap and sturdy boxes, if a sender chooses to ship independently. A notable alternative discussed is using a service that purchases and ships the bottle directly from an online retailer to the recipient's address. The conversation touches on the high cost of insured shipping for valuable or rare bottles. The hosts share an anecdote about a listener who successfully received a bottle via a creative, but undisclosed, workaround. The tone is casual and conversational, blending practical advice with lighthearted banter between the hosts. The style is educational, focusing on answering a specific, everyday question from the bourbon community. Listeners seeking practical tips on sharing bourbon with distant friends will find this episode immediately useful. Those looking for in-depth reviews or industry news might find the topic too narrow.

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