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Beer labels for bottles and cans, made for ice buckets
Beer lives in coolers, ice buckets and fridges, which is brutal on paper labels. Waterproof BOPP labels keep colours bright and edges flat through condensation, so your small-batch beer looks as good on day 30 as on day one.
- Best for: Bottles, growlers, cans with label space
- Recommended stock: White BOPP with gloss or matte finish
- Typical shape: Rectangle or oval
- Proof: Free digital proof
2 business days
typical turnaround after proof approval
Free proofs
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Any shape
precision die-cut to your outline
Small runs
welcome, order what you need
Good to know
What brewers should check
Wet-bottle performance
Apply labels to clean, dry bottles at room temperature, give the adhesive time to bond and only then chill.
Bottle curve and seams
Standard 12 oz bottles have a limited flat area. Keep labels short enough not to wrap past the curve, and avoid the glass seam.
Seasonal and one-off beers
Ordering each recipe as its own design means you can run a smaller quantity for a limited release.
Mandatory information
Alcohol content, volume and warnings take space. Plan your layout around the required text first.
Our recommendation
Material and finish
Gloss finish on white stock keeps colours rich and sheds water; matte gives a craft look that photographs well. Add gold or silver foil for anniversary or barrel-aged releases, or raised UV for a tactile logo.
Typical sizes
Sizes people usually order
These are starting points, not limits: the instant quote accepts your exact size. Measure the flat area of your container first.
| Use | Typical size | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Front label | 3 × 4 in | 12 oz bottle |
| Neck label | 2 × 2 in | Neck or seal |
| Growler | 4 × 5 in | Larger glass |
| Can sleeve accent | 2 × 3 in | Tallboys, hand-applied |
Need to know
Questions about beer labels
Will beer labels survive an ice bucket?
The standard stock does not absorb water. Apply to a dry bottle and let the adhesive set; test one before the full run.
Can I use different designs for each beer?
Yes, each design is a separate item with its own proof.
Do you print labels for cans?
We print the label; whether it adheres to a given can coating is something to test first.
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