The Cocktail Lover’s Wish List
What to get the discerning drinkers and home bartenders in your life.
Not all gifts can be both luxurious and utilitarian. But there's something about cocktail gifts this time of year. They're indulgent, and yet also seem somewhat essential. After all, it's a season for celebration. And for family gatherings—which comes with a license for liberal imbibing. If you're not already adept at crafting a cocktail for yourself and friends, then hopefully you know someone who takes on that responsibility with great care and pride. That VIP is to whom this gift guide is aimed at, and we can assure you these gifts are 100% winners. In other words, there are no whiskey stones in this round up.
Holiday Gift List
for the Home Bartender
Decanter and glasses set, $64.95 / $49.96 by Sur La Table
Anchovy-stuffed olives,
$10 (for a 2-pack) by La Tienda
Stainless steel cocktail picks,
$9.99 (for 20) by Lasenersm
Amarena wild cherries,
$14.99 by Fabbri
Charred American white oak mini barrel, $55 by Marcellin
Old Fashioned “mocktail” kit, $110 by Cork
Bitters variety pack, $25 by Bitter Queens
Harlan ice bucket with scoop, $90 by West Elm
Hot Honey syrup,
$6 by Cheeky
Pebble ice machine, $599.99 by GE
Clear ice cube maker, $57.99 / $44.98 by True Cubes