Yes, in principle, you can offer alcohol as a thank-you gift. However, you are responsible for ensuring that the sale or shipment complies with laws protecting minors—in particular, that minors do not receive any alcohol.
What is important here?
1) Observe age restrictions
For example, in Germany, the rule is, in simple terms:
- Ages 16 and up: e.g., beer, wine, sparkling wine
- 18 and older: spirits and alcoholic beverages
You must ensure that the thank-you gift can only be purchased by people who are of legal age.
2) Age verification upon delivery
When arranging delivery, you should make sure to include an age verification check (so that the shipping provider only hands over the package to people of the appropriate age).
Example: DHL Age Verification
3) It's up to you
Startnext provides the platform—you, as the seller, are legally responsible for protecting minors, product labeling, shipping, and any applicable regional regulations.
Tip
In your thank-you message, clearly state that an age verification check will be performed upon delivery (and that the item cannot be handed over otherwise).