5 Festive Gift Box Ideas That Utilise Both Cocktail And Mocktail Pairings
Festive gift boxes make for a creative way to spread the holiday cheer, especially when they’re made up of handpicked and personalised gift items. These boxes can be tailored to include anything and everything that’s needed by the recipient in order to craft their favourite drinks in the comfort of their own homes, complete with garnishes and glassware, all the way down to the final touches.
Whether you’re gifting to a cocktail drinker or someone who prefers non-alcoholic options, these ideas are sure to make for good alternatives.
Gin and Tonic Box with a Non-Alcoholic Twist
A gin and tonic-themed gift box is simple yet oh-so-sophisticated. Your gift box should include a small bottle of a premium gin along with a few tonic waters. Options like elderflower, cucumber, or classic varieties will work well.
Adding a selection of garnishes such as dried citrus slices, fresh herbs like rosemary, and juniper berries, all packed in small glass jars is a brilliant touch. In order to elevate the receiver’s experience, you can also include a beautiful pair of gin glasses.
For the non-alcoholic option, replace the bottle of gin with a craft botanical beverage or any other alcohol-free gin alternative. Keeping the same tonic waters and garnishes, the recipient can relish the same fresh, botanical flavours, making this an apt gift for anyone who loves the classic G&T experience, with or without alcohol.
Margarita and Virgin Margarita Gift Box
For the citrus lovers, a margarita cocktail flavoured gift box is a genius idea. Pack in a bottle of tequila, a jar of lime juice, and some orange liqueur/triple sec. Complement the kit with a small tin of coarse salt for rimming the glasses, a couple of fresh limes, and a mini citrus juicer so that it becomes more interactive.
For the non-alcoholic version of this gift box, instead of the tequila and liqueur, use a bottle of agave syrup and some lime flavoured sparkling water or soda. With the same garnishes, the receiver can craft an excellent virgin margarita.
This is a great box for the Margarita lover with or without the spirits.
Whisky Sour and Sour Mocktail Box
A Whisky Sour box is a wonderful gift for people who like this balanced, tangy cocktail. Include a small bottle of whisky, some fresh lemon juice in a jar (ensure that it's sealed) and some simple syrup.
For those who like the frothy texture, add a small egg shaker. Finish off with a garnish of maraschino cherries and perhaps a set of stylish whisky glasses to complete the experience.
For the mocktail version, substitute the whisky with a strong, brewed tea like lapsang souchong so that the smoky, oaky vibe is not lost. The recipient can add some lemon juice and syrup to the tea and create a yummy sour mocktail.
Hot Chocolate and Non-Alcoholic Hot Cocoa Box
For a decadent gift box for the chilly winter months, go for a hot cocoa gift box. Making it the ideal box for wintertime, pack in some good quality hot chocolate mix, a bottle of cream liqueur or flavoured cream, and a jar of marshmallows. Add a pair of mugs and some cinnamon stick garlands and coffee beans as sweet holiday decor.
To make it non-alcoholic, swap the cream liqueur for a flavoured syrup like hazelnut or caramel, which can be stirred into the hot chocolate for a rich, indulgent drink.
Do remember: like everything, alcohol is best consumed in moderation. Drink and serve responsibly!
