Best Boozy Christmas Gifts and Festive Drinks for 2023

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As the festive season approaches, it is time to consider thoughtful gift options for your loved ones or even for yourself this Christmas. From luxurious alcohol gift sets to unique festive drinks, we have compiled some of the finest options for your home bar. Whether you have a passion for gin, a penchant for whisky, or simply wish to find the perfect present, we have you covered.

Regency Hamper’s “Supreme Indulgence” collection is the epitome of a lavish foodie gift. Encased within a hand-crafted willow picnic basket, this elaborate collection includes Nyetimber English sparkling wine, Hennessy VS Cognac, Chase Vodka, and Cotswolds Single Malt Whisky, alongside a Dom Pérignon champagne gift box.

Berry Bros. & Rudd, the UK’s oldest fine wine and spirits merchant, presents a range of wine cases featuring experts’ hand-picked favourites from producers across the globe. The Connoisseur’s Collection is a six-bottle case featuring carefully selected wines for the discerning drinker.

For gin enthusiasts, Pickering’s baubles offer six individual baubles, each containing a double measure (50ml) of a different festive Pickering’s gin flavour. From Christmas Clementine to Plum & Ginger, this gift pack is sure to delight any gin connoisseur.

Drinks Distilled and Kaneo have collaborated to create a “Spirit of Christmas” cocktail-themed velvet reusable cracker set. Each cracker is accompanied by a curated selection of six miniature bottles of premium spirits, bespoke cocktail recipe cards, stirrers, and gold paper crowns.

Devon-based cider maker Sandford Orchards has launched Figgy Pudding Ice Cider, a limited edition, oak-aged ice cider steeped in dried fruit. It is available in 500ml bottles or in a gift box with two brandy-style serving glasses.

Wiston Estate’s Christmas collection offers a range of products, including a hamper for two, celebration magnums, and the Blanc de Blancs selection. Perfect for wine enthusiasts seeking a special festive treat.

Whitebox Cocktails’s Pocket Negroni Christmas cracker contains two 100ml single-serve cans, ideal for enjoying a delicious Negroni during the festive period. There are also crackers with Squeezy’s Margarita for those who prefer a different cocktail.

This gift pack contains a Silent Pool Gin Copa Glass, Silent Pool Gin Miniature, and a 150ml Fever-Tree Indian Tonic. A great option for gin lovers looking for a unique and stylish set.

Islay single malt Scotch whisky brand Smokehead has released a gift tin for Christmas, featuring three miniatures. This is a fantastic choice for whisky enthusiasts looking for something a little different.

For a truly unique festive tipple, Atom Labs has created Bourbon Bourbon – Candy Cane, a combination of bourbon (whiskey) and bourbon (biscuits) with added candy canes. An ideal gift for those who enjoy experimenting with different flavours.

Salcombe Brewery’s yuletide ale makes a perfect stocking filler or gift for beer fans, coming with two 500ml bottles of Christmas Tide and an etched, branded pint glass.

Pickering’s has used the humble Brussels sprout to create festively flavored gin with tasting notes of juniper, underlying citrus, and a peppery finish. This unique concoction is sure to surprise and delight gin lovers this Christmas.

Camden Town Brewery’s Christmas cracker includes 300ml cans of Hells, Pale Ale, and IPA, plus a Camden pin badge and a beer joke. A great present for beer enthusiasts.

This expression from Project #173 is clearly inspired by the Christmas pudding, offering notes of candied orange peel and mince pie filling. A unique and flavorful option for rum enthusiasts.

Packed full of flavor, Cotswolds Distillery’s Cloudy Christmas Gin features nine carefully considered botanicals, including sweet zesty clementine and cardamom. A delightful choice for gin lovers.

Whisky Me’s tasting pack showcases whisky’s flavor diversity, offering varieties expressing smoke, sweet, spice, and fruit. The pack comes with tasting cards and access to recorded Whisky Me tasting videos.

Handcrafted on the Isle of Wight, Mermaid Pink Gin infuses the flavor of fresh island strawberries with a blend of lemon zest, grains of paradise, and fragrant rock samphire. This gift set includes a 700ml bottle and two gold-patterned tumblers.

The Ramsbury Single Estate Vodka has been celebrated with best-in-class and double gold awards. This gift set includes the vodka along with highball glassware, making it a sophisticated and elegant present for vodka enthusiasts.

NIO Cocktails has your Christmas drinks menu covered with six festive-inspired serves. The pre-mixed cocktails included are sure to add some flair to your holiday celebrations.

This festive expression by Black Cow Vodka is “Christmas in a glass”, packed with the flavors of Christmas pudding and naturally infused with traditional festive fruits and spices.

That Boutique-y Gin Company’s Yuletide Gin is made unmistakably festive with juniper, cassia, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a range of distillates from Christmas cakes to gingerbread houses.

This gift box includes a bottle of No.3 Gin, voted the world’s best on multiple occasions, and two NUDE x No.3 Gin martini glasses, specially designed to keep liquid cooler for longer.

Created in Jersey, The Tidal Rum offers a light and refined spirit packed with tropical and dried fruit flavors. The miniature set comes with three 50ml bottles, making it a perfect gift for rum aficionados.

This elegant gift set includes a bottle of Champagne Laurent-Perrier’s Cuvée Rosé accompanied by two flutes, perfect for toasting to merry festivities with loved ones.

Guinness fans will love the MicroDraught bar tap, which adds a unique touch to any home bar. The starter bundle includes four Guinness MicroDraught cans and two Guinness pint glasses.

Signature Brew’s popular “pub in a box” features a selection of craft beers, glassware, snacks, a beer mat, a music quiz, and exclusive playlists. It’s a fantastic option for beer enthusiasts looking for an all-in-one package.

This luxury gift set from Hampshire winery Hattingley Valley includes a boutique sparkling wine, two elegant flutes, a bottle stopper, and a waiter’s friend corkscrew. A perfect addition to any festive celebration.

Guinness lovers will appreciate this personalised stout gift set, which includes a bottle of Guinness, a milk stout, a Guinness stout glass, and a Guinness toucan bottle opener.

The PerfectDraft beer machine keeps beer fresh for 30 days and offers a range of top-quality beers, including Stella Artois, Corona Extra, Budweiser, BrewDog, and Camden Town. An excellent gift for beer enthusiasts.

Drinks by the Dram’s collection series contains 12 specially-curated drams in beautiful wax-sealed 30ml bottles, featuring whisky, premium rum, premium gin, and tequila and mezcal.

This set from The Whisky Exchange takes you on a journey through the groundbreaking whiskies of the 21st century, with 20x30ml whisky drams, two glasses, and a tasting book.

Pinkster Gin’s “thirst-aid kit” contains a 50ml bottle of Pinkster, a 200ml bottle of Fever-Tree tonic, and a Pinkster highball glass.

Bloody Drinks has your festive hangovers covered with the Bloody Box, featuring four Bloody Classics, Bloody Mary Salt, Perello Gordal Olives, and Bloody Nuts.

When it comes to choosing the perfect Christmas gifts and festive drinks, there is no shortage of options for the alcohol aficionado. From luxurious hampers to unique festive concoctions, there is something for every taste and preference. So, whether you are shopping for a loved one or looking to treat yourself, these boozy gifts and drinks are sure to bring festive cheer.

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