New Hampshire - US Wine Shipping Laws

In a country that produces Napa Valley Chardonnays, Washington Rieslings, Long Island Cabernets and great wines from almost every other state, it can be a felony to ship one of these wines between two states. The laws are different for every single state. What are the New Hampshire laws?

Normally all liquor in New Hampshire is bought from a store operated by the Liquor Commission. Intriguingly, there is a list of Direct Shipment Wineries, including some case clubs, that can ship directly to individuals' homes!

Chapter 1100 is what allows this - the winery (or distributor) has to get a license in NH, provide all taxes on the wines, and ensure that the wine is shipped using a carrier that will check the age of the recipient.

Title 13, Chapter 175
This describes bringing alcohol into the state. Only 3 quarts can be brought in typically.
"No person shall transport liquor in this state in a greater quantity than 3 quarts, unless said liquor was purchased from a state store, from a direct shipper, from a holder of a combination or retail wine license in accordance with RSA 178:16 and RSA 178:17, or from a winery holding a limited winery special sales license in accordance with RSA 178:6." A special permit is required to bring in more.

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UPS does NOT accept shipments of wine within the state of New Hampshire.

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