Wine Bottle Covers for Blind Tasting - Simple Guide
Are you thinking of hosting a blind tasting party? If so, you might be wondering how to wrap the items easily and effectively.
I got you.
You’ll need a way to cover the bottles so no one can see what’s inside. And don’t worry — this isn’t the moment to get crafty or perfect. Blind tasting aims to be fun, relaxed, and a little bit chaotic.
The goal? Hide the label, pour the wine, and let the guessing begin.
Here’s how to wrap your wine bottles using things you likely have at home. I’ll also share some simple tips to keep everything organised for the night.
Why You Need to Wrap the Bottles
Blind tasting only works when no one knows what they’re drinking. The grape, the country, the price — it fades away.
Once the labels are hidden, people stop saying, “I usually don’t like Chardonnay.”
Instead, they start to focus on tasting the wine.
It’s weirdly liberating.
The good news? You don’t need anything fancy. Cover the label and number the bottles.
That’s it.
Option 1: Paper
Pros
Cheap, quick, and does the job.
Cons
The paper may tear if it gets wet from chilling your wine.
What you need:
A4 paper or kraft paper
Tape
A pen or printed number stickers.
How to do it:
Wrap the sheet of paper around the bottle.
Tape the back so it stays put.
Write a big number on the front (1, 2, 3… keep it simple).
Option 2: Foil Wraps (Easiest)
If you've got aluminium foil, you've got a blind tasting kit.
Pros
Foil moulds to any bottle shape.
It hides everything instantly.
Doesn't tear when chilled
Cons
It looks chaotic, but in a charming “don’t take wine too seriously” way.
Wrap the foil around the bottle and scrunch it at the top. Add a sticky note with the bottle number, or use a marker.
Option 3: Tea Towels or Napkins (Cosy Vibe)
This is perfect if you want your tasting to look boho and cosy.
How to do it:
Wrap a tea towel around the bottle.
Tie the top with string or twine.
Add a tag or sticker with the number.
It gives the table a soft, cosy feel. Very “wine night at home” energy.
Pros
An item that most people have at home.
Cons
If it is a large party, you may have to buy extra tea towels.
If your tea towels are anything like mine, they do not stay stain-free and pretty for long.
Option 4: Brown Bags (The Classic Look)
Channel your inner sommelier with the iconic brown-bag look.
You’ll need:
Brown paper bags (wine shops often give them out)
Number stickers or a marker
Just slip the bottle inside, fold the top over, and write the number. It’s the quickest professional-looking method.
Pros
Gives a chic classic blind wine tasting look
Affordable
Cons
Bags may start to tear if they get wet
Option 5: Reusable Bottle Sleeves (Elevated)
If you host wine nights often (or plan to), it might be worth investing in reusable sleeves. You can buy simple black ones online or go for cute patterned versions.
These usually come with built-in numbers or tags, and they look great in photos — always a bonus.
Pros
Gives that elevated look
Reuseable
Cons
An extra purchase for your wine night.
How to Number Your Bottles (Keep it )
Keep it clear and simple:
#1
#2
#3
That’s all anyone needs. Avoid names, emojis, or colours that could be used as clues. The fun of blind tasting is not knowing anything about what you’re drinking.
If you’re doing a mixed tasting (reds + whites), don’t separate the numbers. Mixing them up keeps it fun.
Extra Tips to Make the Night Run Smoothly
✔ Hide the neck + foil too.
People will try to guess from the capsule colour. Cover it.
✔ Keep the corks hidden.
They give everything away. Remove them or hide them until the reveal.
✔ Prepare a pouring station.
A tray with a tea towel underneath saves your table from looking like a crime scene.
✔ Keep the numbered list somewhere safe.
You do not want to forget which wine is which. Trust me.
✔ Don’t stress about perfection.
It’s a wine night, not MasterChef. Wrapped is wrapped.
Final Thoughts
Wrapping bottles for a blind wine tasting doesn’t need to be fancy. The goal is to make wine fun, relaxed, and pressure-free.
Whether you use foil, paper, or a tea towel grabbed from the drawer, it all works.
What matters most are the people, the talks, and the surprise when the big reveal happens.
For more hosting tips or wine ideas, check out the rest of the blog. Grab a glass and join us on this journey!