You’re in the thick of the festive season, swiftly moving down the Christmas shopping list but you’ve come to a roadblock: what to give the epicurean in your life who is partial to a quality tipple?
You stumble upon this article within your frenzied research and decide to look into alcohol gifts, where you find an array of options — from alcohol gift packs to alcohol hampers, booze-filled baubles and more.
Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best alcohol Christmas gifts the distillery fiend and vino-lover are bound to appreciate this festive season.
The best alcohol Christmas gifts to buy in 2024
01
Whisky distillery tour with tasting, lunch and wine for two
$180, Red Balloon
Give the ultimate gift of experience this Christmas! Treat someone special to an unforgettable journey through Dysart House’s captivating history, spiced up with ghostly tales and premium spirits from Old Kempton Distillery.
Delight in a lively tour featuring four unique tastings and captivating stories about the art of distillation. Top it off with a heavenly Tasmanian antipasto lunch and their choice of red or white wine.
“Our dear friend gave us this voucher for a Christmas present,” wrote a five-star reviewer. “We were not disappointed. Our guide was very informative and passionate about the Kempton Distillery. We loved tasting the different products they made and enjoyed a fabulous platter. A beautiful sunny day, in the court yard with live music. Heaven.”
SLocation: Kempton, TAS
Duration:: Approximately 2.5 hours long
Start time: 11am
Key features:
- Tour of the distillery and Dysart House
- Guided tasting of four spirits
- Lunch with a bottle of red or white wine to share
- Lunch can be served before or after the tour (let the provider know at the time of booking)
- Closed on public holidays
02
Gingle bells floral gin baubles (set of 6)
$89, Hardtofind
This pack features a charming assortment of six distinct gin-filled baubles, each infused with a specialised blend of botanicals, evoking unique flavours and colours. Enjoy them as a festive addition to any occasion, whether sipped directly, chilled over ice, mixed with tonic, or crafted into a bespoke cocktail using the included guide.
Size: Gift box — 17.5cm W x 7cm H x 22cm L
Flavours: Wild hibiscus flower gin, fingerlime gin, wattleseed gin, pepperberry gin, butterfly pea gin and snow chrysanthemum gin
Materials: Plastic baubles, resealable metal screw cap, premium coated and printed cardboard box with magnetic soft close lid
Key features:
- Six different gin-filled baubles each threaded with a silver ribbon for decorating
- Includes one cocktail guide with a ribbon
- All natural colours and flavours
- Premium award-winning Australian gin
- Small batch distilling and production
- Free shipping within Australia
03
Georg Jensen Sky hip flask
$140, The Iconic
Perfectly sized to discreetly carry a sip of your preferred beverage, Georg Jensen’s hip flask is a unique and thoughtful gift that seamlessly merges form and function in a way that’s bound to captivate anyone.
Sizes: 145.3mm H x 76.5mm W x 28mm D
Volume: 0.15L
Materials: Mirror-polished stainless steel
Key features:
- Natural leather carrying handle
- Designed by Danish designer Aurelien Barbry
- Free delivery and returns via The Iconic
Also available at:
- $112 $140, Georg Jensen
- $140, David Jones
04
White Possum Australian gin-tasting flight gift set, 12 x 30ml
$113.90, Barrel & Batch
Dive into the rich tapestry of Aussie gin with this exquisite tasting set featuring 12 handpicked 30ml samplers from distilleries across the country. From established award-winning favourites to undiscovered gems, this selection showcases the spectrum of gin styles – London Dry to creative infusions, barrel-aged and navy strength – all presented in a sleek matte box adorned with timeless designs.
Size: 12 x 30ml tasters
Key features:
- Hand-picked selection
- Matte presentation box with vintage-inspired graphics
05
Canvas Cocktail Kit by Foster & Rye
$169.95, MyDeal
This kit was created to bring the spirit of mixology to any gathering, containing seven expertly crafted bar tools in a convenient, portable canvas roll-up for seamless storage and easy access. Complete with a jigger, strainer, true tap, zester, bar spoon, tongs and muddler, you’ll be ready to shake, stir and craft any cocktail with flair.
Key features:
- Set of seven bar tools
- Convenient canvas roll-up for storage
- Australia-made
06
Seek & Ramble Galveston bar cart
$370 (usually $529), Freedom
Made with a foldable design and adorned in a lavish gold-vacuum plated finish, this bar cart’s fluted glass detail exudes an aura of timeless elegance, adding sophistication to any space.
Sizes: 67cm W x 41.3cm D x 77cm H
Weight: 10.7kg
Colour: Gold
Materials: Steel and fluted glass
Key features:
- Foldable design makes it easy to store away when not in use
- Elegant fluted glass shelving
- Easy to assemble, no tools
07
Silver Linings gin advent liqueur advent calendar
$84.99, BWS
Featuring 12 premium 30ml gins, this festive collection allows that special someone to discover a new flavour leading up to Christmas. Whether they’re relaxing at the beach or enjoying a backyard BBQ with friends (AKA you), these gins can be either enjoyed on the rocks or mixed into a refreshing gin and tonic.
Size: 12 x 30ml tasters
Key features:
- 20 per cent alcohol percentage
- Screw cap bottles
08
The Essential Cocktail Book: A Complete Guide to Modern Drinks with 50 Recipes
$35, Dymocks
How do you create the perfect daiquiri? What type of glass should a whiskey sour be served in? What exactly is an aperitif cocktail? This book will answer all your cocktail questions. Written by the editors of PUNCH, and edited by author and drinks writer Megan Krigbaum, this book holds the history, mythology and tried-and-true recipes behind the cocktails that are essential to any aspiring home bartender. Plus, all 150 cocktails are beautifully illustrated with full-colour photography.
Pages: 352
Format: Hardcover
Key features:
- Written by editors of PUNCH
- Edited by author and drinks writer Megan Krigbaum
- 150 classic cocktail recipes
- Full-colour photography
What is the best alcohol to give as a gift?
Unsure what liquor to gift? The safest options are a beautiful gin, a premium whisky or a nice mezcal. Of course, you can never go wrong with a nice bottle of wine or champagne.
What should you gift someone who loves drinking?
Nowadays, purchasing a gift for someone who likes drinking goes beyond picking out a simple bottle from the local liquor store. There are cocktail books, bar carts, cocktail-making sets, alcohol advent calendars and distillery tours, which are all suitable gifts your alcohol-loving friend will adore.
Please remember to drink responsibly. If you or someone you know needs help, please call the National Alcohol and Other Drug hotline on 1800 250 015 or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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