The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide For Her
It's the season to celebrate the women in your life who bring you joy, so gift them something meaningful. A great gift says a lot about how important the person is to you, and we think a bottled gift makes for the perfect present as not only can they make wonderful things with the spirit, but the bottles can also be beautiful gifts themselves. Whether it's for your girlfriend, best friend, sister, work wife or mum, together with our drinks connoisseur Charlotte Barker, we've rounded up the best five Christmas presents for your favourite wing woman.
1. Raise A Dram In Her Honour
If you have a whisky enthusiast in your life, these recommendations are for you. If she likes her whisky light and sweet, treat her to a bottle of Haig Club. She can use it to give a twist to iconic cocktails, like an Old Fashioned. Or if she loves traditional whisky, Johnnie Walker Black Label is always a great option. It has a blend of up to 30 of Scotland's finest whiskies, with a fruity aroma and hints of sweet vanilla that she's sure to love. If she is a true whisky connoisseur, consider Johnnie Walker Blue Label. It has a dynamic depth of character, offering notes of hazelnuts, citrus fruit, vanilla and honey. It's an exceptional drink for whisky lovers which makes it a truly remarkable gift. You can even make it more special by engraving a heartfelt message on the bottle.
2. Gin Gifts For Botanical Lovers
For the gin-lover you can't live without, Charlotte suggests gifting her a bottle of Tanqueray London Dry Gin which is great for mixing up a classic Gin and Tonic or a Negroni. Or if you’re looking for something extra special, try a bottle of the Tanqueray No. TEN Gin. It's known for its exceptional quality and has a fragrant taste that will leave a lasting impression. It also comes in an elegant green bottle with beautiful artwork on the box. The bottle is designed to look like a citrus squeezer to mirror all the gorgeous grapefruit notes you'll find inside. Finally, for a simply stunning gift, look at the Tanqueray No. TEN Martini Cocktail Gift Set. It includes all the glassware, barware and recipe she'll need to craft the ultimate G&T in one unique and beautiful set.
3. Give Her The Gift Of Baileys This Christmas
For loved ones with a sweet tooth, it makes sense to gift a bottle of Baileys Irish Cream this Christmas. It's the perfect indulgence for the holiday season and she can enjoy it neat, over ice, or even add it to her favourite coffee. Level up the luxury and choose a bottle of Baileys Chocolat Luxe – it's a rich Belgian chocolate-flavoured delight which will indulge anyone.
Along with the bottle, why not include a handwritten recipe card so she can start mixing right away? Charlotte recommends this Baileys Flat White Martini which is delicious with either the original or Chocolat Luxe Baileys. Simply grate milk chocolate over the top for that deluxe finish.
Bailey's Flat White Martini
50 ml Baileys Original Cream Liqueur
25 ml Vodka
25 ml Espresso
Add everything to a cocktail shaker, fill with ice, and shake hard until very cold. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a couple of espresso beans.
4. Gift Her A Bottle Of Alcohol-free Deliciousness
If you're shopping for someone who doesn't drink alcohol, consider the Seedlip Trio Gift Set. A beautiful gifting option, it brings together Seedlip Garden 108, Spice 94 and Grove 42 for a sumptuous alcohol-free experience covering three different flavour profiles including herbs, citrus and warming spices. Alternatively, if she loves drinks with more of a bold and bittersweet taste, Charlotte recommends treating her to Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla 0.0%. It's bright, citrusy, and perfect for adding a little sunshine to those long winter nights. She can use it to make an alcohol-free Sevilla Spritz or Sevilla Negroni.
5. Tequila Gifts To Impress
Tequila lovers have exquisite taste, so you will want to gift something really special. Start with Casamigos Reposado, especially if spicy margaritas are her go-to cocktail. This tequila is smooth with a hint of caramel, buttery vanilla, and a full-bodied smoky finish. If you are looking to really wow and make a statement, Don Julio 1942 is an unmissable gifting option. It is extraordinarily smooth due to a longer ageing process and is best served neat so it can be sipped and savoured. On the other hand, if she prefers blue agave flavours, think about a Casamigos Blanco which works perfectly when mixed into a bright and fresh Paloma.
Include this Paloma recipe on a handwritten gift card with the bottle and she'll love it (and maybe make you one too!).
Casamigos Paloma
50 ml Casamigos Blanco
25 ml lime juice
10 ml agave syrup
Pinch of salt
Pink grapefruit soda, to top
Add all ingredients to a highball glass (giving the salt a little stir in), fill with ice, and garnish with bright wedge of lime.
Let’s Wrap It Up
It’s easy to spread the festive joy to all the special women on your gift list with a bottled treat. Whether she enjoys the boldness of whisky, the crispness of gin, or the sweetness of Baileys, our curated selection of drinks is sure to delight her tastebuds and elevate her Christmas celebrations. And if you want to go the extra mile, you can pair the spirits with some stylish glassware, depending on your budget. Let's raise a glass to unforgettable moments and spending Christmas with the people we love. Cheers!
