The holiday season is upon us once again, and that means it’s time to start thinking about what to give the important people in your life. It’s no secret that alcohol can be an excellent gift in many different situations, whether you’re looking for someone to give your boss, co-workers, friends, or extended family members. As long as you’re sure the recipient is okay with receiving alcohol as a gift, you can’t go wrong by giving a bottle of something interesting. Below, we’ll show you seven of the best picks for alcohol gift-giving this holiday season. You’ll be able to find something for just about every budget and choose a bottle that you’re sure your recipient is going to love and enjoy.
Hennessy V.S. Edition
Hennessy isn’t a new name in the world of alcohol, but this bottle of cognac is as interesting to look at as it is to drink. You can’t go wrong gifting this beautiful and exciting bottle to just about anyone in your life—but be sure they are a fan of cognac before you shell out the money for this present. This bottle is widely available in many stores and should be fairly easy to locate this holiday season, but that doesn’t mean it’s any less of a good choice. Go this route when you want something you can get your hands on without too much trouble but still want to make an impression.
Ableforth’s Bathtub Sloe Gin
This very unique bottle of gin is sure to put a smile not he face of just about anyone you give it to. This bottle has an old-fashioned design and heartens back to the days when this type of drink would be sold in a general store or from a traveling salesman. Anyone who is into collecting the bottles after finishing the alcohol inside will be pleased to have this addition to their shelves, too, so it’s a great gift all the way around. It also has a unique name—which is always a fun bonus when giving alcoholic gifts.
Verve Clicquot Christmas Edition
If you prefer to give something with a higher price tag and a more refined flavor palate, consider the Verve Cliquot Christmas Edition bottle. This Champagne comes in a sleek and sophisticated black bottle with a bold label that’s sure to stand out on any shelf. And since it’s a bit pricier than most of our other suggestions on this list, it’s an excellent choice for any situation in which you need to give something with a little more class to it. Of course, it is a Champagne, so it may not be ideal for every gift-giving situation.
Roku Gin
Another great gin choice this holiday season is Roku Gin. This bottle is very elegant—and, as an added bonus, it tends to look like it cost a little bit more than it really did. This gin is made in Japan, which is also quite unique, and it is packaged in a glass bottle with minimalistic flowers etched into it. It’s a beautiful and subtle bottle that offers a striking contrast with the depth of flavor found in the alcohol itself. For an excellent mid-range gift, consider this lovely bottle.
Fair Quinoa Vodka
For the vodka-lover in your life, stay away from the well-known brand names and venture into the more unique with Fair Quinoa Vodka. This is an affordable mid-range bottle of vodka in terms of price, and it’s sure to make quite a statement when you gift it to just about anyone. The bottle itself is very understated and minimalistic, and it comes in a black and white box that is as beautiful and elegant as it is gentle. This is a very nice gift option for situations in which you need to give a quality present without overdoing it.
Ole Smoky Moonshine
This alcohol of choice has become more and more prominent in recent years, but that doesn’t make it any less of an interesting gift to give the right person this holiday season. While you may not want to give your boss a bottle of moonshine, it can be a fun addition to a family gift-giving experience or a great choice for a friend, too. This moonshine comes in several different flavors, some of which are also available in unique colors to make the experience even more memorable. Best of all, it’s packaged in a Mason-style glass jar with a metal lid so you can have a true moonshine experience every time you drink it. Grab a jar of moonshine cherries to go along with it if you like.
Honorable Mention: Craft Beer
Okay, so craft beer doesn’t usually come in a bottle (although it sometimes does), but it does come in a lot of interesting cans with unique and sometimes bizarre designs. If you know a beer drinker who needs a good holiday gift, consider giving craft beers with interesting labels and cans instead. You can often mix and match individual bottles to create a custom gift for the beer fans in your life, which is a good choice if you’re not sure what types of beers your recipient will enjoy drinking.
Were you able to find the perfect pick for the special people in your life? There are many different unique bottles out there to choose from, and depending on your budget and tastes of the recipient, you may want to stick to one category over others. Just remember that, no matter what you’re looking for, there’s sure to be a quality bottle of alcohol out there you can give as a gift this holiday season. Take your time considering and you’ll be sure to pick the right one!