How to create a beverage

Use this guide to find information on How to create a beverage on Bemakers platform.

The process is divided into 4 sections: Basic beverage information, Details about the packaging, setting prices in each market and adding the product picture. 

Let's get started! 

1. Go to the Product page
2. Click on Create product 
3. Select Beverage in the drop down

Beverage basics

In this section, you give basic information about the beverages

1. Add the SKU for your beverage (what is an SKU?).
   • Note: If you don't have an SKU you can make up your own. Be aware that creating a new SKU can compromise/challenge the stock management tool you use.
2. Enter the name of your beverage. Keep in mind this is also the name that customers will see in on invoices and the webshop.
3. Indicate the percentage of alcohol in the beverage.
4. Indicate the volume of the beverage.
   • Note: Remember that the volume is indicated in Liters, so if your product is below 1 Liter add a 0 in front e.g. If the volume of your wine is 750ml you should add 0,75L.
5. Enter the GTIN number - the GTIN number is mandatory if you intend to list the product on Systembolaget or Amazon Listinhs. GTIN, or Global Trade Item Number, is a unique identifier assigned to products for easy and accurate identification.
6. Select the correct Excise category for your beverage (Wine, Beer, Sparkling Wine, Spirits, and Intermediate products).
   • Note: Intermediate products are not taxed as beer, wine, or other fermented beverages and have an alcohol percentage between 1.2% and 22%. Intermediate products are often products where multiple beverages have been combined together. Example products are port, sherry, vermouth, Madeira, and kir.
     • Add the CN Code for the beverage. (What is a CN Code?)
       • Note: You can find your CN Code here.
7. If the product includes allergens, define them all by selecting them in the Allergens field. If the product doesn't have allergens, leave it empty. It is required to provide truthful information about product allergens to your customers.
8. If you check the "This is an organic product" checkbox, the product will have the EU Ecological icon on your webshop. The invoice to the customer will also state which products are ecological in accordance with regulations provided by the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries of Denmark.
9. Identify if the product is a premix. The rules for premix products vary across different markets; you can learn more about them here. Provide truthful information on whether your product is a mix of alcohol and non alcoholic beverage. If no, select Non a Premix.

Packaging

1. Select the type of package in which the beverage is contained.

   • Bottle, non-protected - A glass bottle without additional protective packaging. Typically bottles for wine, spirits, beer etc.

   • Bottle, protected cardboard- A glass bottle with additional protective packaging, such as a shrink wrap or box. Suitable for delicate beverages or for added security in shipping.

   • Bottle, protected wood - A glass bottle with additional protective wooden packaging. Suitable for delicate beverages or for added security in shipping.

   • Can, cylindrical - A cylindrical can, typically made of aluminum or steel. Commonly used for carbonated drinks, beers, RTDs and some juices.

   • Carton - A rectangular or square carton made of paperboard or similar materials. Ideal for wine, milk, or juices.

   • Keg - A large, cylindrical container, usually made of metal, used for storing and dispensing beer or other beverages in bulk.

   • Plastic Pouch - A flexible plastic pouch that can stand up, often with a spout or cap. Suitable for juices, smoothies, or other ready-to-drink beverages.

   • Plastic Bottle - A bottle made of plastic, available in various shapes and sizes. Suitable for a wide range of beverages including water, sodas, and juices.

   • Paper Packaging (e.g., Bag-in-Box) -A cardboard box containing a sealed plastic bag with a spout. Commonly used for wine, juices, and other large-volume beverages.

   • Cask, Wooden - A wooden cask typically used for storing and aging beverages such as wine or spirits. Suitable for products that benefit from long-term storage and maturation, commonly used in the alcohol industry.

2. Indicate the Gross weight of the beverage. Remember that the weight includes the packing.

Pricing

Enter the prices for wholesale (ex.vat) and retails (ex.VAT) for the countries you want to sell in. BeMakers will automatically calculate the price, including VAT, based on the country.

Note: It's your responsibility that the price for the product is correct. So please double-check before saving. 

Media

This is the final step. Here is where you upload all the visuals of the beverage, the Images will be used to present your beverage in your webshops.