Industry · Kombucha & non-alcoholic drinks

Packaging for kombucha, alcohol-free cider and non-alcoholic drinks.

Kombucha, craft sodas, alcohol-free cider and other non-alcoholic drinks are often sold in multipacks, at markets and online. We supply bottle carry packs, custom printed carry packs, can boxes, shipping cartons, labels and mailers for drinks brands.

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Non-Alcoholic Drinks Packaging
6,000+products in our range
700+box sizes
1–3 daysdispatch on stock items
From 25units for digital printed boxes

Why it matters

Multipacks sell more.

Carry packs and boxes make it easy for customers to buy more than one.

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Lifts the order size

Four-packs and six-packs sell more than single bottles.

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Stands out in the fridge

Printed carry packs catch the eye at the point of sale.

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Ships safely

Drinks cartons stop bottles knocking together.

What to look for

What drinks packaging must do.

Drinks packaging has to carry weight and sell at the fridge.

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Strength

Carry packs and cartons that hold full bottles securely.

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The right fit

Packs sized to your bottle or can format.

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Shelf impact

Printed packs that stand out in a fridge or on a shelf.

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Safe shipping

Cartons that keep bottles apart in transit.

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Flexibility

Labels let you add flavours without new printed packaging.

The complete solution

Build your drinks kit.

Everything for retail, markets and online orders.

The essentials

What every order needs.

  • Carry packs or can boxesFor multipacks.
  • Custom labelsFor each flavour.
  • Drink shipping cartonsFor online orders.

The upgrades

Low-cost touches that make a big impression.

  • Custom printed carry packsA branded multipack.
  • Mailer boxesFor tasting packs.
  • Custom printed shipping boxesBranded wholesale cartons.

Quick decision guide

What packaging should I use?

Match the packaging to the format.

You ship

Bottled kombucha & soda

Use bottle carry packs

Add a custom label for each flavour

You ship

Canned drinks

Use can boxes

Add a custom label

You ship

Branded multipacks

Use custom printed carry packs

Add consistent labels

You ship

Online orders

Use drink shipping cartons

Add packaging tape

You ship

Tasting & gift packs

Use mailer boxes or gift boxes with clear lids

Add a tasting card

You ship

Wholesale & stockists

Use shipping boxes

Add labels on each carton

Comparison

Compare your options.

How the main drinks packaging options stack up.

PackagingBest forProtectionBrandingBudget
Bottle carry packsBottled multipacksMediumGood$
Custom printed carry packsBranded multipacksMediumExcellent$$
Can boxesCanned drinksMediumGood$
Drink shipping cartonsOnline ordersHighMinimal$$
Mailer boxesTasting packsHighGood$$

Buying guide

Tips from packaging experts.

Practical advice for drinks brands.

Match your bottle format

Check your bottle height and diameter before choosing carry packs and cartons.

Label new flavours

Custom labels let you launch new flavours without new printed packaging.

Test shipping cartons

Send a full carton to yourself before choosing your online packaging.

Plan for summer

Drinks sales peak in the warmer months. Order packs and cartons ahead.

Box size calculator

Enter your product size and how you'll pack it. We'll work out the box size you need in millimetres.

Enter your product size to see the internal box size you need.

This is a guide only. We recommend ordering a sample and testing it with your product before buying in bulk.

Sustainability

Better choices for the planet.

Our eco range →

Recyclable cardboard

Our cardboard boxes and cartons can go in kerbside recycling.

Kraft & recycled content

Our cardboard contains 60%+ recycled content.

Recyclable tissue

Our tissue paper is 100% recyclable.

Paper void fill

Swap foam and bubble wrap for honeycomb or kraft paper fill.

Made in Melbourne

Over 90% of our range is made in Melbourne.

Before you order

Your packaging checklist.

Tick these off before your first (or next) order to avoid the most common mistakes.

FAQs

Non-alcoholic drinks packaging questions.

Can't find your answer? Call 03 8689 9344 or contact us.

What packaging is best for kombucha?
Most brands use bottle carry packs for multipacks, with custom labels for each flavour.
Can I get carry packs printed with my brand?
Yes. We offer custom printed carry packs.
Do you have boxes for canned drinks?
Yes. Can boxes suit canned drink multipacks.
How do I ship bottled drinks safely?
Use shipping cartons designed for bottles so they can't move or knock together.
What should I use for tasting packs?
Mailer boxes or gift boxes with clear lids are popular for tasting packs and gift sets.
Do you deliver Australia-wide?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide. Stock orders typically dispatch within 1–3 business days, and we offer Click & Collect from Thomastown, VIC.

Ready to get started?

Packaging that sells by the pack.

Tell us your bottle or can format and volumes and our Melbourne team will recommend the right packaging.

Last updated: October 2026 · Reviewed by the PackQueen packaging team