Dear Royal Customer,
The 2019-2020 Holiday season is nearly upon us! To help plan ahead, please see the list of important closure dates for our U.S. warehouses and most popular carriers for below.
Please keep in mind that shipments during the entire 9 business day period of 12/23/19 – 1/2/20 are greatly affected by holiday closures. Transit times are always estimated and carriers may adjust schedules as they see fit, so we do experience an increase in missed pick up and extended transit times during this time.
Our best advice: Get your order in early to make sure you have coffee for the holidays (510) 652-4256
Thanksgiving- To receive your delivery before Thanksgiving, we recommend:
- Customers with 3-5 day transit time should place orders by Tuesday, 11/12
- Customers with a 2 day transit time should place orders by Friday, 11/15
Christmas- To receive your delivery before Christmas, we recommend:
- Customers with 3-5 day transit time should place orders by Monday, 12/16
- Customers with a 2 day transit time should place orders by Wednesday, 12/18
- Please note: Caffeinated Cargo will be closed 12/24, 12/25 and 12/26.
New Year’s- To receive your delivery before New Year’s Day, we recommend:
- Customers with 2-5 day transit time should place orders by Friday, 12/20
Warehouse Closures:

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