During New Year or other special occasions when it is difficult to buy liquor from the store, the option of ordering liquor online and getting it delivered to your home is becoming more attractive. The Delhi government has allowed home delivery under the changed excise rules (Excise Amendment Rules 2021), but with some conditions. This facility is already available under different rules in different states across the country. Therefore, it is important to know where the service is legal, how it works, and what limitations apply to it.
Home delivery of liquor is allowed under the Excise Amendment Rules 2021 of the Delhi Government. According to these rules, only L-13 license holders can deliver liquor to homes after receiving orders through the app or web portal. However, it is not yet clear which app or website will provide this service. Liquor shops are not allowed to make direct home delivery, and delivery of liquor to hostels, offices or institutions is strictly prohibited.
How does online liquor sales work in other states?
Online liquor delivery is allowed in states like Maharashtra, West Bengal, Odisha and Kolkata, but these are also subject to several conditions and rules. Platforms like Amazon, Swiggy, Zomato and BigBasket have partnered with licensed shops to provide this service. A separate app called BevQ was launched in Kerala, which gave people tokens to buy liquor.
Liquor delivery apps and platforms that work in India
There are platforms like Living Liquidz, HipBar and Booozie that provide home delivery of liquor in many big cities of India. Living Liquidz is known for its Indian and imported brands in Mumbai and Pune. HipBar is popular due to its digital wallet and easy ordering system, especially in South India. Booozie is known for its fast delivery and real-time tracking and is available in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Bengaluru.
Legal rules, age limits and necessary precautions
When ordering alcohol online, it is important to follow state laws. In most states, the minimum age for customers is 21 or 25 years of age, and ID verification is performed during the ordering process. Delivery is only available from licensed stores, and ordering alcohol without a valid permit may be considered illegal. Therefore, users should check their state regulations and legality of the app before placing the order.
