Bottle Labels
Personalised wine, beer, gin and water bottle labels for brands, weddings and gifts. Water-resistant options, with free artwork set-up in Tooting.
- No design yet? We set up the artwork free of charge when we print the job.
- Tight deadline? Same-day printing is possible on many jobs if your file is ready early. Call to check first.
- Can't get here? Collect from Gatton Road, or have it delivered in the UK for a quoted charge.
Custom labels for bottles
A printed label can turn a plain bottle into a gift or a brand. Small drinks producers use them for gins, wines, juices and hot sauces. Couples use them on wedding favours. Companies use them for Christmas gifts and client events, and families use them for birthday or anniversary bottles, usually with a photo and a personal message.
Personalised labels for gifts and events
You can fit a label over an existing bottle, either by covering the original or by using a neck label. For a wedding, "Thank you for sharing our day", the couple's names and the date often work well. Birthday bottles with a photo and an age are popular, and a retirement or a thank-you gift can be made special with a simple label and a good bottle. Remember that you may have to soak off the original label, depending on the look you want.
Choosing a material
Bottles spend time in fridges and ice buckets, where paper gets wet, wrinkles and comes away. Consider these options:
- Water-resistant vinyl or polypropylene (BOPP) is the safest choice for chilled drinks.
- Textured or uncoated paper looks elegant for wine, but it will need a suitable adhesive and can stain.
- Clear film gives a modern "no label" look. See clear stickers for the ink limitations.
Test a label on your actual bottle in an ice bucket before ordering a full run, if it is going to be chilled.
Size and shape
Measure the bottle's flat area, not just its height. Wine bottles have a straight side that is good for a large label, but many spirits and beer bottles have curved shoulders. A label that runs on to a curve will wrinkle. A typical wine label is around 90 x 120 mm, and a beer label is around 75 x 100 mm. Sizes vary, so tell us about your bottle. A paper mock-up taped in place is a good way to test the size.
Legal requirements for drinks
If you are selling a drink, certain information is required by law. This may include the product name, the alcohol by volume, the volume, allergens, the lot number and the producer's details. Some drinks also have rules on wording and health information. Check GOV.UK's guidance on food and drink labelling, or speak to your trading standards officer, as you are responsible for what is on the label. Selling alcohol also requires appropriate licences. Personal gifts are less restricted, but you should still mention allergens if you are serving guests.
Ordering
Tell us the bottle type, the material, and the quantity, and send your artwork, or your photo and wording. We set up the label free of charge when we print the job and show you a proof. Short runs of labels can often be printed quickly, and a small test batch is a good idea. To finish your gift, add a wine box or a canvas wine bag.
Questions we hear about bottle labels
What material is best for bottle labels?
Water-resistant vinyl or polypropylene is the safest for chilled bottles. Paper looks elegant but can wrinkle in an ice bucket.
What size is a wine bottle label?
Often around 90 x 120 mm. Measure the flat part of your bottle, as sizes vary.
Can you print labels for wedding favours?
Yes. Mini bottles and full-size wine labels with your names and date are both popular.
What must a drinks label show?
If you are selling it, typically the name, ABV, volume, allergens, lot number and producer. Check the current rules with GOV.UK or trading standards.