These Craft Cocktail Kits Are Perfect For Whiskey Lovers On The Go
We all have someone in our lives who is obsessed with whiskey. So much so, often, that they won't stop talking about it. It makes it especially easy to give them a gift for the holidays. You can always go for a bottle of the good stuff—but odds are half of their friends and family will gift them one too. If you're looking to stuff their stocking with whiskey-themed gifts and accessories, we have plenty of options to choose from. And if you want to surprise them with a bottle they don't already have, don't worry! We rounded up some some cult-favorites and deep cuts that will expand their whiskey repertoire.
Whether you're ready to shell out major dollars or are ballin' on a budget this holiday season, there's something for every whiskey connoisseur in your life! You can get them something that will up their drinking game, like a nosing kit or stone set, or go for a gift that will bring their fave hobby into other parts of their life, like whiskey-flavored candy or a whiskey-scented candle. Browse our favorite whiskey-themed art, glasses, and cocktail books, and trust us, your whiskey-obsessed friend will thank you for it.
Still looking for a bottle to gift? These are the best bottles of whiskey you can buy.
etsy.com
$46.99
kingscountydistillery.com
$70.00
Aroma
amazon.com
$149.99
This one's for the real connoisseur, as it comes with 18 elements in a "nosing kit" that allow the drinker to uncover the nuanced notes in every bottle.
williams-sonoma.com
$33.00
uncommongoods.com
$25.00
DragonGlassware
etsy.com
$74.99
This glamorous decanter will be the star of any happy hour, and comes with matching whiskey glasses.
uncommongoods.com
$30.00
These cubes are basically hot cocoa bombs for cocktails.
drizly.com
$79.99
Final Touch
bespokepost.com
$22.00
Hella Cocktail Co.
amazon.com
$37.95
wandp.com
$2400.00
LAMOTI
amazon.com
$12.98
sugarfina.com
$15.00
Fort Standard
dwr.com
$60.00
BirchBarkCo
etsy.com
$19.99
These stones won't water down their expensive sip.
BattleGroundFarm
etsy.com
$27.95
Slide these bullets into a bottle of whiskey to add even more complex flavors like maple, oak, and cherry.
AngelsShareGlass
etsy.com
$9.95
This handy pipette helps you add the perfect amount of water to a glass of whiskey for the most enjoyable drinking experience.
lelabofragrances.com
$92.00
The NEAT Glass
amazon.com
$20.99
This is the exact sort of glass uses in spirit competitions, so give it to the expert in your life.
wandp.com
$3400.00
uncommongoods.com
$85.00
The real whiskey lover in your life will flip over this personalized barrel that lets you age whiskey at home.
williams-sonoma.com
$45.90
Becoming an at-home mixologist has never been easier.
Potomac Books
amazon.com
$21.17
STERLING EPICURE
amazon.com
$19.10
This guide ensures they'll become a connoisseur in no time!
Headline
amazon.com
$19.99
Make your list (of whiskies) and check it twice.
drizly.com
$69.99
The brand name Uncle Nearest is inspired by the first known African-American master distiller, Nathan "Nearest" Green.
Two Stacks
totalwine.com
$24.49
Hear us out: whiskey...but in a can.
MotorCityBarrels
etsy.com
$58.65
Help them become an expert mixologist with this set, which comes with authentic whiskey barrel wood to smoke their drinks with.
doyourgin
etsy.com
$64.90
Sure, the person you're shopping for probably has their favorite bottle of whiskey already, but with this kit they might find their new go-to...by making it themself. This kit comes with two bottles, botanicals, and reusable ice cubes.
Jet Performance Products
uncommongoods.com
$36.00
Another cool way to keep your drinks, well, cool? This granite rocks set, made from rocks gathered in New England.
williams-sonoma.com
$99.95
Whiskey-infused ice cream is the most ideal dessert you could ask for.
ChineshasCloset
etsy.com
$13.60
This hand-poured candle will burn for about 40 to 50 hours. The scent is a mix of rugged leather, sweet whiskey, and woodsy oak.
StagandPeachCo
etsy.com
$24.95
Well. It's true, isn't it?
bespokepost.com
$70.00
Try infusing your whiskey with any ingredient you think might be delicious or interesting—a fine pandemic hobby!
Stuart Gardiner Design
amazon.com
$20.00
This dish towel is as pretty as it is informative—it's decked out with facts about whiskey's history and how it's made. At the very bottom, you'll find a handful of different whiskey cocktail recipes, too.
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
amazon.com
$11.95
In 1917, Tom Bullock became the first African American to write a cocktail book—this one! A few years later, Prohibition happened and his career was cut short, but you can support his legacy with the reprint of this book.
Delish
delish.com
$27.00
For their morning coffee...or their evening Whiskey Coke 😉
SOAPSByKellyRae
etsy.com
$10.00
Finally—a gift for your guy that's not cliché. This shave soap smells like a whiskey barrel, in a good way.
Rabbit
amazon.com
$19.99
These stones suction to the bottom of your glass so you don't have ice sloshing around while you're sipping. Stash them in the freezer until you're ready to drink.
Zmart
amazon.com
$9.95
You read that right! Consider this the perfect stocking stuffer or add-on to a larger gift.
Atria Books
amazon.com
$15.74
Reese Witherspoon's grandmother used to say that a combination of beauty and strength made southern women "whiskey in a teacup." In the book, Reese teaches you how to drink, bake, and throw parties like a Southerner.
bossdotty
etsy.com
$25.00
This is a must for your home bar.
Cider Mill Press
amazon.com
$23.49
There are more than 1,100 recipes in this weighty tome, plus tricks of the trade, interviews with bartenders from around the world, and histories of classic cocktails.
Jack Daniel's
drizly.com
Don't overthink it—a bottle of whiskey is always appreciated, even when it's a budget-friendly brand.
Thomas O'Brien for Reed & Barton
bloomingdales.com
$150.00
This decanter has serious Don Draper vibes, don't you think?
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These Craft Cocktail Kits Are Perfect For Whiskey Lovers On The Go
We all have someone in our lives who is obsessed with whiskey. So much so, often, that they won't stop talking about it. It makes it especially easy to give them a gift for the holidays. You can always go for a bottle of the good stuff—but odds are half of their friends and family will gift them one too. If you're looking to stuff their stocking with whiskey-themed gifts and accessories, we have plenty of options to choose from. And if you want to surprise them with a bottle they don't already have, don't worry! We rounded up some some cult-favorites and deep cuts that will expand their whiskey repertoire.
Whether you're ready to shell out major dollars or are ballin' on a budget this holiday season, there's something for every whiskey connoisseur in your life! You can get them something that will up their drinking game, like a nosing kit or stone set, or go for a gift that will bring their fave hobby into other parts of their life, like whiskey-flavored candy or a whiskey-scented candle. Browse our favorite whiskey-themed art, glasses, and cocktail books, and trust us, your whiskey-obsessed friend will thank you for it.
Still looking for a bottle to gift? These are the best bottles of whiskey you can buy.
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