The Ultimate List Of Alcohol Gifts To Buy For Christmas
Thinking of a good Christmas gift for a loved one – or even a more casual acquaintance – can be tricky at the best of times. If you opt for clothes or shoes, there's the risk they might not be to their exact tastes, or even fit at all. The same goes for accessories and jewellery, both of which feel very personal. A few fun stocking fillers are a safer bet, but might not quite feel 'big' enough for the occasion. Given that this time of year is so busy and expensive as it is, it's understandable that you might just want to go for a gift that's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
One such no-brainer gift? A fabulous bottle of booze (only for those who are partial to a tipple or two, of course). Alcohol is pretty much always well received, no matter the event – but especially, in our experience, at Christmas, when our personal stocks tend to be seriously depleted by all the parties, events and festive drink events going on.
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Even better, alcohol brands tend to get more creative at this time of year, releasing fun limited-edition gift sets in collaboration with fashion brands and designers to bring some extra sparkle to your drinks trolley. For Christmas 2024, there are some real corkers out there, like St-Germain's festive cocktail set designed by Issy Granger, Ridley Scott's limited-edition Gladiator II wines, and Malfy Gin's super chic bottles designed by Missoni (a fashion editor favourite, naturally). A big booze-filled hamper from Daylesford, Oranj or Fortnum's would go down a treat, too, as would Harvey Nichols' special festive-flavoured cocktails.
Whether for your mum, uncle, best friend, colleague, significant other or younger (but aged 18+) brother – or even just yourself we've found the best alcohol gifts to shop for Christmas:
Belle Epoque Champagne 2013 & Glasses Set
Christmas isn't Christmas without a bottle (or three) of PJ on ice. We don't make the rules.
X Missoni Gin Rosa
La dolce vita is but a bottle away... Missoni has brought its signature zig-zags to a limited selection of bottles of Malfy gin, that make for a seriously stylish addition to any drinks trolley. The gin itself is flavoured with a combination of Sicilian pink grapefruit and Italian rhubarb for all the summer vibes.
Cheese & Wine Hamper
Christmas is for indulging, and this Daylesford hamper filled with cheeses and wines makes it easy as can be.
X Issy Granger Carafe Pack
Everything you need to make a round of delicious St-Germain spritzes in one pretty box, complete with a bespoke Issy Granger glass carafe for a stylish serve.
x Perfect Moment Blue Label Ice Chalet Limited-Edition Scotch Whisky
Luxury skiwear brand Perfect Moment has teamed up with Johnnie Walker to design a puffer-style bag for its latest limited-edition, alpine-inspired whisky. It doubles up as a cross-body that makes for the perfect slope-side accessory – and if you're feeling particularly generous, you can splash out on the matching capsule of après chic looks, too.
Zesty Marmalade Negroni
A fabulously festive twist on the classic Negroni, with Grand Marnier and Seville orange marmalade in the mix. Simply add a load of ice cubes and a twist of orange peel, and you're good to go.
'Get the Party Started' Cocktail Kit
Curated by the legendary Mr Lyan, this cocktail kit contains everything you need for a festive boozy evening in including recipes, snacks and bitters.
Mezcal San Luis Potosi
Clase Azul has elevated the humble drinks bottle to a veritable work of art to be displayed with pride on the mantlepiece, and this mezcal encased in festive red is no different.
Sicilia DOC Rosato 2023
Dolce & Gabbana's Sicilian rosé is almost too beautiful to drink... Almost.
Dec's Martini
If you can't get all the way to Kensington for a festive tipple, bring the brilliance of the mixologists behind Amaro Bar into your home courtesy of its pre-bottled cocktails. Dec's Martini is our favourite, served ice cold and straight up.
Deluxe Hamper
The much-loved Shoreditch wine bar Oranj has put together a hamper of special, sommelier-picked bottles that will pair perfectly with everything from Christmas lunch to Boxing Day curry. An oenophile's dream – and a sure-fire way of ensuring everyone gets into the festive spirit, too.
Negroni Christmas Cracker
Christmas crackers with ready-made cocktails inside? Pure genius.
Sparkling Rosé & Chocolate Gift Set
A fabulous (and far more appetising) twist on the concept of 'bread and wine', Rathfinny's 2019 sparkling rosé and Pump Street's sourdough and sea salt chocolate bar are a perfect pairing.
Spicy Margarita
Who doesn't love a spicy marg? The faff that goes into making one from scratch, however, doesn't feel quite so festive – so being treated to a pre-made bottle will be a welcome gift.
Rosolio di Bergamotto Aperitif Liqueur
Not only will this bottle bring a lovely pop of colour to your alcohol collection, but it makes for the most delicious elderflower-flavoured spritz, too.
Magnum Imperatores Rouge Special Edition
There are just 100 numbered bottles of this magnum of red wine from Ridley Scott's Luberon vineyard, so this would make a very special gift indeed. The fact it comes with a commemorative card hand-signed by the legendary director himself, as well as a prop Roman coin from Gladiator II, is just the cherry on top.
2012 Glen Garioch Ed. 2023 Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
If you want to seriously impress the whisky-lover in your life, then treat them to a bottle of Samaroli. The Italian brand has bottled some of the rarest and most exquisite whiskys over the years, and is a real insider favourite. This Glen Garioch single malt is a great entry-level option, but if you want to splash out on something even more special, there are bottles retailing in the thousands, too.
The Bloody Mary Gift Box
A veritable essential for when that inevitable hangover hits...
Limoncello
A bottle that you know will come out at the end of every dinner party for months to come.
£40.00 at shoptherivercafe.co.uk
Brut Rosé Royal Champagne
You can never have too many bottles of champagne, and this pale pink Pommery rosé is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Absolut Warhol Limited Edition Swedish Vodka
This eye-catching limited-edition bottle brings together two legends: Andy Warhol and Absolut Vodka. It's discounted right now, too.
Gin Hamper
Cocktail connoisseurs will be all too familiar with The Connaught Bar's legendary gin martini, so why not give them the gift of making their own at home? This special hamper comes complete with two hand-decorated glasses, a shaker and a book featuring 100 recipes for the full experience.
Gin d’Azur Duo
Whisking you instantly away to the dazzling shores of the Côte d’Azur, this gin is a holiday in a bottle, and brings such joy, you'll need to get a pair of them. One to open and one just so you can stare at the gorgeous bottle. The botanical list includes lavender, Menton lemon peel, marjoram, mountain savory, rosemary, star anise, thyme and juniper.
Christmas Pudding Rum
Raisins and sultanas drenched in rum, candied orange peel, mince pie filling, fragrant wafts of ginger and cinnamon... This is far better than mulled wine, this is a Christmas dessert in a bottle!
Wine Trio
La Belle Angèle wines take inspiration from a famous character of the Belle Epoque by embodying the same values that characterised her: charm, elegance, and modernity. This perfect trio of wines is only surpassed by the gorgeous design of its labels and case - you'll be saving these bottles to use as candle holders for sure.
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