48 Top Shelf Gifts for Whiskey Lovers That'll Arrive in Time for Christmas

MARK TWAIN once wrote, “Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough.” This holiday season, surprise the whiskey aficionado in your life with just the right amount of the distilled alcoholic beverage—and accompanying goodies, of course. To the whiskey superfan, it’s not just a drink, but a whole world to explore filled with rich history, a wide variety of styles and expressions, and a seemingly endless array of gadgets and tchotchkes to elevate each sip. It's a phenomenon that's international, transporting your palate to Scotland, Ireland, Kentucky, Japan, and beyond.

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Much like any great hobby, whiskey appreciation is much more about the journey than the destination and the proper accoutrement helps you get there. The spirit’s revered status amongst both amateur and experienced imbibers means whiskey—and its accompanying glassware, books, decor, and even board games—often makes for a memorable gift. Also, let us not discount the fact that sometimes you just want to get an awesome whiskey-centric gift for yourself.

Don’t fret—we’ve sifted through the many, many options to bring you this definitive guide of the best whiskey gifts you can give your friends, family, or even yourself. Whether you're looking for unusual whiskey gifts, versatile whiskey gift sets, or quality single malts, bourbons, and other great bottles, you've come to the right place.

Sláinte! Let’s get gifting—without one lame flask to be seen. (Also, just as a sub-note, this list is definitely better perused with a tumbler of something brown in hand.

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