BWS

Beer, Wine & Spirits (BWS) is a specialized product category on Amazon that covers the sale of alcoholic beverages. It includes:

• Beer: craft, lager, ale, etc.
• Wine: red, white, rosé, sparkling
• Spirits: vodka, whiskey, gin, rum, tequila, etc.
• Accessories: glasses, decanters, bottle openers, and more

Because alcohol sales are heavily regulated, BWS listings are only available in certain regions and require:

• Pre-approval from Amazon
• Valid alcohol licenses (where required)
• Compliance with local age verification laws

Key notes for sellers:

• Available in limited marketplaces (e.g., Amazon UK, DE, IT - not in Amazon US for most alcohol)
• Not open to all sellers - typically vendor-only or curated 3P brands
• Strict packaging and labeling rules apply
• Delivery must support age verification at the door

💡 Example: A premium gin brand in the UK may sell its products through Amazon under the BWS category, using Vendor Central and fulfilling orders via Amazon’s logistics - with age checks on delivery.

In short: BWS is Amazon’s category for selling alcohol and related products - tightly regulated and available only to approved sellers in select regions.