Choosing the Right Reusable Bag for Your Store

Choose the right reusable bag for your store.

Grocery vs. Liquor Stores

Reusable bags are no longer just a checkout add-on. They are part of your brand experience. As single-use bag regulations expand and shoppers become more sustainability-minded, choosing the right reusable bag for your store can impact customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and even repeat visits.

But not all reusable bags serve the same purpose. A grocery store has very different needs than a liquor store or a specialty retailer. Here’s how to select the right reusable bag for your retail environment.

Woven Polypropylene Bag

Cotton Bottle Bag

Non-woven Polypropylene Bag

Jute Bottle Bag

Cotton Grocery Bag

Woven Polypropylene Bottle Bag

Grocery Stores: Strength, Capacity & Everyday Convenience

Grocery bags must handle weight of at least 30 pounds, volume, and frequent use. Customers expect durability and ease of carry, especially when transporting heavier items like produce, milk, and canned goods. This is why we recommend cotton, jute or woven polypropylene bags with GSM between 130 & 150.

What to look for:

• High load capacity to prevent tearing or stretching

• Wide gussets and structured bottoms for boxy grocery items

• Reinforced handles for comfortable carrying

• Washable or wipeable materials for food safety and hygiene

Reusable grocery bags that stand upright and fold flat for storage offer added convenience for both customers and store staff. Branding on grocery bags also delivers high visibility since these bags are used repeatedly in public.

Liquor Stores: Reinforced, Compact & Protective

Liquor retailers face a unique challenge: bottles are heavy, fragile, and often purchased in small quantities. Reusable bottle bags need to prioritize protection and control. We recommend cotton, jute or woven or non-woven polypropylene. For non-woven bags we recommend GSM between 80-100.

What to look for:

• Reinforced stitching and thicker materials to support glass bottles

• Internal dividers to prevent clinking and breakage

• Narrower, upright designs that fit bottle shapes

• Premium finishes that elevate gifting and special occasions

A well-designed reusable liquor bag enhances the customer experience while reducing the risk of spills and returns. It also positions your store as thoughtful, responsible, and premium.

Grocery vs. Liquor Store Reusable Bag Requirements

Compare reusable bag materials, GSM, and design features to choose the right reusable bags for grocery stores and liquor retailers.

Store Type	Recommended Bag Types	Materials & GSM	What to Look For
Grocery Stores Designed for heavy loads, volume, and frequent use.	PP Woven Grocery Bags PP Non-Woven Grocery Bags Cotton Tote Bags Jute Tote Bags	Cotton, jute, or woven polypropylene GSM: 130 to 150 Washable or wipeable materials	30+ lb load capacity Wide gussets and structured bottoms Reinforced handles for comfort Stands upright and folds flat High visibility branding for repeat use
Liquor Stores Built to protect heavy, fragile bottles.	PP Woven Bottle Bags Reusable Bottle Bags with Dividers Premium Gift Style Bottle Totes	Cotton, jute, woven or non-woven polypropylene Non-Woven GSM: 80 to 100 Premium finishes available	Reinforced stitching and thicker materials Internal dividers to prevent breakage Narrow upright bottle-friendly designs Elevated look for gifting and special occasions Helps reduce spills, damage, and returns

Ready to Source the Right Reusable Bags?

Talk to our team about category-specific reusable bag solutions.

We offer durable, compliant, and customizable bags designed for grocery, liquor, and specialty retail, available in scalable quantities to meet your procurement needs.

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