How Do I Save on Alcohol Delivery in Australia in 2026?

Published: 8 October 2026 · Author: Trang Do, Beauty Editor, ShopBack

To save on alcohol delivery in Australia in 2026, compare the same product on BWS and Liquorland, buy by the case or carton, use Click and Collect when the delivery fee is high, and collect points: Everyday Rewards turns every 2,000 points into $10 off or 1,000 Qantas Points, according to Everyday Rewards. Then go through ShopBack Australia before you check out so the order costs less.

New to ShopBack? ShopBack Australia is a free shopping app and website. When you start an order from a store's page on ShopBack and pay as normal, part of what you spent comes back as cash once the order is confirmed. You can join in a minute at shopback.com.au/signup.

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How do I save on alcohol delivery in Australia?

Use the same four steps every time you order:

1. Step 1: compare prices. Check the same product and pack size on BWS and Liquorland, and compare the total including delivery for your postcode.
2. Step 2: look for a promo code. Check each store's own specials and any codes listed on the store's ShopBack page.
3. Step 3: go through ShopBack. Open the ShopBack BWS page or the ShopBack Liquorland page, tap through, and order in the same session.
4. Step 4: pay with your best rewards card, and scan or link your store loyalty card so you collect points as well.

The rest of this guide explains how to get the most out of each step.

Alcohol delivery: where the money goes

An alcohol delivery bill has three parts: the price of the drinks, the delivery fee, and anything you lose by buying the wrong pack size. You save the most by working on all three.

• Drinks price. Cases and cartons usually cost less per can or bottle than single packs, and mixed dozens of wine are often priced lower than buying bottles one by one.
• Delivery fee. Fees depend on the store, the delivery option and your postcode. A fee that looks small on a big order can be a large share of a small one, so it usually pays to order less often and in bigger baskets.
• Pack size. Compare the price per can, per bottle or per litre, not the shelf price, because a "deal" on a smaller pack can still cost more per drink.

Alcohol delivery Australia 2026: the main options

Two of Australia's largest liquor chains both deliver:

	BWS	Liquorland
Owner	Endeavour Group (also owns Dan Murphy's)	Coles Group
Store network	Around 1,455 stores in 2026 (Wikipedia)	743 stores as of March 2023 (Wikipedia)
Loyalty programme	Everyday Rewards	Flybuys
Ways to get your order	Delivery and Click and Collect, depending on your area	Delivery and Click and Collect, depending on your area

Other names in the alcohol delivery category include Dan Murphy's, Liquorland Warehouse (formerly First Choice Liquor Market), Vinomofo and Naked Wines, which suit bigger wine orders and specialist ranges.

Alcohol delivery best deals Australia 2026

The best deals usually come from timing and bulk, not from one magic code.

• Shop the specials. Both chains change their specials regularly, so check both sites in the same session before you order.
• Buy for the month, not the night. One bigger order spreads the delivery fee across more drinks.
• Use Click and Collect when you can. If a store is on your way home, collecting skips the delivery fee and still gets you the online price.
• Plan ahead for parties and holidays. Ordering a few days early gives you time to compare and lets you choose a cheaper delivery window instead of paying for speed.
• Use Boosts. Everyday Rewards members can activate Boost offers in the app for bonus points, according to Everyday Rewards.

BWS vs Liquorland alcohol delivery: price comparison 2026

There is no permanent winner on price. Both run rotating specials, and the cheaper store for a particular case or bottle can change from one week to the next. The fair way to compare is:

1. Pick the exact product and pack size.
2. Add it to the basket on both sites with your postcode entered.
3. Compare the checkout total, including delivery.
4. Add the value of the points you would collect.

On points, the numbers are public. Everyday Rewards says members collect at least 1 point per dollar on eligible purchases and can turn 2,000 points into $10 off a future shop or 1,000 Qantas Points. At 1 point per dollar, a $100 BWS order earns 100 points, which is roughly 50 cents of value before any Boosts. Liquorland orders earn through Flybuys instead, so check the Flybuys app for how your Liquorland order earns.

If you already collect one programme heavily, that can be the tie-breaker when prices are close.

BWS and Liquorland alcohol delivery in Australia: what to know before you order

• Age and ID. You must be 18 or over to buy alcohol in Australia, and the person receiving the delivery is usually asked to show photo ID. Choose a delivery window when someone 18 or over will be home.
• Delivery areas differ. Not every option is available in every postcode, so enter your address early in the order to see what applies.
• Order from the browser, not a separate app. To make sure ShopBack sees your order, start from the BWS or Liquorland page in the ShopBack Australia app or website and finish the order in the browser that opens.
• Store credit and gift cards. Orders paid with store gift cards or rewards dollars are often treated differently, so check the terms on the store's ShopBack page if you plan to use them.

How ShopBack Australia lowers the price of your order

Going through ShopBack gets you a cash rebate on the same order, at the same store. You shop BWS or Liquorland as you normally would; the only change is where you start.

1. Open the ShopBack BWS page or the ShopBack Liquorland page in the ShopBack Australia app or website.
2. Tap through to the store and place your order in the same session, without clicking other links or ads.
3. Once the order is confirmed, the cashback shows in your ShopBack account and you can withdraw it to your bank.

Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles.

Illustrative example: on a $150 drinks order at an illustrative rate of 2%, $3 comes back, so the effective price is $147. Rates differ by store, can vary by order size and change through the year, so check the live rate on the store's ShopBack page before you order. ShopBack usually works out the amount on the drinks themselves, not the delivery fee.

Can you combine points, a card and ShopBack?

This works in many cases, but not all, so read this section before you rely on it. Paying with a rewards credit card usually earns the card's points as normal, because that is between you and your bank. Scanning or linking Everyday Rewards or Flybuys usually earns points from the store's own programme. Going through ShopBack is a separate step that applies to the order itself. The catches are promo codes and how you pay: some stores do not count orders that use codes not listed on ShopBack, and orders paid with store rewards dollars may not count either. Check the merchant's terms on its ShopBack page before you order.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest way to get alcohol delivered in Australia?

The cheapest way is usually to compare the same product on BWS and Liquorland, buy a case or carton rather than single bottles, and order enough in one go that the delivery fee is spread across more drinks. If a store is nearby, Click and Collect skips the delivery fee altogether. Before you check out, go through the store's page on ShopBack Australia so the order costs less.

Is BWS or Liquorland cheaper for alcohol delivery?

Neither is always cheaper. Both run rotating specials, and the cheaper store for a given case or bottle can change from week to week. Compare the same product and pack size on both sites, include the delivery fee for your postcode, and pick the lower total. Your loyalty programme can tip it: BWS is an Everyday Rewards partner, while Liquorland, a Coles Group chain, is a Flybuys partner.

Who owns BWS and Liquorland?

BWS is owned by Endeavour Group, which also owns Dan Murphy's, and had around 1,455 stores in 2026 according to Wikipedia. Liquorland is the liquor chain of Coles Group and had 743 stores as of March 2023. Coles' former First Choice Liquor Market stores have been rebranded as Liquorland Warehouse.

How do Everyday Rewards points work at BWS?

According to Everyday Rewards, members collect at least 1 point per dollar on eligible purchases when they scan, and every 2,000 points can become $10 off a future shop or 1,000 Qantas Points. BWS is a partner, and Boost offers in the Everyday Rewards app can add bonus points. At 1 point per dollar that works out to roughly 50 cents back per $100 spent, before any Boosts.

Do I need ID for alcohol delivery in Australia?

Yes, usually. You must be 18 or over to buy alcohol in Australia, and liquor retailers usually ask the person receiving the delivery to show photo ID. If nobody 18 or over with ID is home, the driver may not be able to leave the order, so pick a delivery window when you will be in.

Is Click and Collect cheaper than alcohol delivery?

Usually yes, because Click and Collect avoids the delivery fee while you still get the online price. It suits people who live or work near a store. Delivery makes more sense for a heavy order such as several cases, or when the delivery fee is small compared with the order total.

How does ShopBack lower the price of an alcohol order?

Going through ShopBack gets you a cash rebate on the same order, at the same store. Open the BWS or Liquorland page on ShopBack Australia, tap through, and order in the same session. Once the order is confirmed, part of what you spent comes back as cash, which lowers what you actually paid. Check the live rate and terms on the store's ShopBack page before you order.

Does the delivery fee count when ShopBack works out my cash back?

Usually not. ShopBack generally works out the amount on the products you buy, not on delivery fees, taxes or other charges. Check the terms on the store's ShopBack page for the exact rules.

Can I use a promo code and still go through ShopBack?

Sometimes. Codes listed on the store's ShopBack page are usually fine, but some stores do not count orders that use codes not listed on ShopBack. Check the merchant's terms on its ShopBack page before you apply a code you found elsewhere.

Can I order alcohol through the BWS app and still go through ShopBack?

The safest way is to start from the BWS page in the ShopBack Australia app or website and complete the order in the browser that opens, rather than switching to the separate BWS app. Starting the order somewhere else can mean ShopBack does not see it.

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Disclaimer

The views and recommendations in this article are those of the author. Liquor prices, specials, delivery fees, delivery areas, loyalty programme rules and store details are set by each retailer and programme and can change without notice. Rates on ShopBack vary by store and campaign; check the current rate and terms on each store's ShopBack page before you order. Please drink responsibly. Alcohol is sold only to people aged 18 and over.

This article is for general information only and is not professional or financial advice.