Abstract: A carton for twelve bottles, the carton having a bottom panel, end panels and a top panel. The top panel is divided into a center section, two intermediate sections and two side sections connected together on hinge lines. Openings are formed on the hinge lines to receive the necks of bottles. A first row of bottles is inserted into each side of the carton with the necks lodged on the ends. The intermediate sections are swung to horizontal position to capture the first rows of bottles in the openings at the hinge lines. A second row of bottles is inserted into each side of the carton, and the side sections are swung downwardly to capture the second rows of bottles in the openings. The side sections are then sealed to side flaps.