How to Buy Food Grade Ethanol in Maine

Yes — you can buy food grade ethanol in Maine. Undenatured ethanol is permitted for non-beverage use, including extraction and processing applications. You can order online and have it shipped directly to your home or business, or arrange for local pickup at our distillery.

Is Food Grade Ethanol Legal in Maine?

Food grade ethanol is legal in Maine for approved non-beverage applications, including herbal extraction, botanical processing, and formulation work.

Maine law permits both 190 proof and 200 proof undenatured ethanol as industrial alcohol when used for these purposes, making it accessible for compliant applications. 

This product is undenatured, food grade ethanol, meaning it contains no additives and is suitable for use where purity and consistency are required.

Shipping and Delivery to Maine

All shipments are sent via ground transportation due to ethanol’s flammable classification. This ensures safe and compliant delivery from the distillery to your location.

What to expect:

Orders typically arrive in approximately one business day after shipment, with one business day for processing. Tracking information is provided once your order ships, with updates through delivery confirmation.

Shipments must be delivered to a physical address. PO boxes and carrier hold requests are not permitted.

You may also choose to pick up your order in person at our distillery in Brewer by scheduling an appointment.

How to Buy Food Grade Ethanol in Maine

Step 1: Select Your Product

Browse available options based on your needs, including proof levels and sizes:
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Step 2: Confirm Shipping or Pickup

Choose whether you would like your order shipped or picked up locally. For shipping, enter a valid delivery address that can receive ground shipments.

Step 3: Place Your Order

Complete checkout securely. You will receive tracking information once your order is prepared for shipment.

Step 4: Prepare for Delivery or Pickup

Review delivery or pickup guidelines to ensure a smooth experience:
Shipping and receiving information

shipping food grade ethanol to Maine safely and compliantly

Step 5: Receive and Begin Using

Once delivered or picked up, your ethanol is ready for use. Proper storage will help maintain quality between uses:
Storage tips for food grade ethanol

Why Customers in Maine Choose Culinary Solvent

Customers value a direct-from-distillery supply, fast delivery times, and the option for local pickup. The experience is designed to provide reliable access to high-purity ethanol with minimal delays.

Ready to Buy Food Grade Ethanol in Maine?

You can place your order today for fast delivery or schedule a local pickup at our distillery.

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Updated: April 2026 by Josh Hopkins


FAQs

Yes. Learn more about customer pickup appointments here.

Yes, applicable hazmat fees are already included in the shipping price at checkout, no surprises or added fees.

Most orders are shipped via FedEx Ground and take between 1 and 4 days to arrive to your door, depending on the distance you are from our distillery in Maine. Orders over 20 gallons ship via LTL freight on a pallet. Learn more about receiving here.

Yes, qualified accounts are eligible for terms and wholesale discount prices too. Visit our wholesale account registration page to learn more.

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