How to Buy Polish Beer Online
When thinking about European beer, most people think of Germany and England first. But Poland is also home to a large number of beer fanatics and excellent beer brands. Those curious about Polish beer can find it online. Does this Spark an idea?
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Select a Brand
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Educate yourself about what Polish beers might suit your palate. Some Polish beers are lagers, while others are dark ales. Popular Polish beers include brands such as Zywiec, Okocim and and P'iast.
Contact the Brewer Directly
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Especially in cases where the Polish beer you are looking to buy is produced in small quantities, the best way to order this beer online may be to directly inquire with the brewery via email. If the brewery is larger, an email sent to the company will result in a response that should tell you what stores and websites will sell their beer.
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Contact the Distributor
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One of the largest Polish beer importers/distributors in the US is Amtec, based in Brooklyn. Contacting the distributor directly via email is the best way to get the lowest prices on your beer order, particularly if you are ordering a very large amount of product.
Online Retailers
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Several online retailers ship Polish beer, including sites like Shoppers Vineyard and Crown Wine and Spirits. To make sure you are getting the best price, use a site like Google Shopping to compare prices between different sites.
Warning
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Consult your local laws regarding the purchase of alcohol online. Not all states allow shipments of alcohol through the mail, so check out FreeTheGrapes.org to make sure that you will be able to receive shipments of alcohol.
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