Once upon a time, gin had a bad rap as 18th-century London fell into the grips of the so-called “Gin Craze.” During that time, the liquor earned some not-so-nice nicknames like “Mother’s Ruin” and “Old Tom,” given its devilish ability to tempt drinkers into overindulging.
Fortunately, modern mixologists have reclaimed the once-scrutinized spirit and transformed it into a trendy tipple featuring botanical bouquets and innovative infusions.
Finding the perfect gift can be a real challenge when it comes to the “ginthusiasts” in your life who can’t get enough of that juniper berry goodness.
You could buy them another bottle of Tanquerey or Beefeater, but where’s the fun in that? Instead, get creative with our curated list of cocktail-inspired gifts for gin lovers.
The “Do Your Gin” Infusion Kit contains everything your gift recipient needs to transform a basic bottle of gin into a botanical-infused concoction of your creation. Inside the box, they’ll find 12 glass botanical vials, an easy-to-follow instruction book, a stainless steel funnel, two glass bottles with cork stoppers, and more. It’s easy to use, too. Just pour the base spirit into the bottle, add juniper berries, let it steep, and infuse it with a customized blend of botanicals. They’ll have an ori-GIN-al bottle catered to their tastes in just a few days.
These Vintage Art Deco Gin and Tonic Balloon Glasses are the bee’s knees! If your loved one is a sucker for all things classy and vintage, these cocktail glasses are a total win. They can hold a generous 13.5 oz of their favorite gin-based drink, and the unique balloon shape concentrates the botanical scents for a more aromatic experience. The glasses are hand-blown from fine crystal, with vertical ribbing that pairs perfectly with the Great Gatsby-inspired storage box.
You know how they say variety is the spice of life? For gin lovers, that spice is juniper, and this gift delivers the goods in spades. THE DRAM Premium Gin Collection is a curated box of 12 30mL wax-sealed drams of gin that lets you explore the world of boutique producers and well-known distilleries. Fancy a gin with a tea twist? Try the Jindea Single Estate Tea Gin. How about something from an American distiller? Bluecoat American Dry Gin has them covered.
Next time your gift recipient craves a G&T at noon, make sure they have a supply of Jelly Belly’s Gin and Tonic Jelly Beans around for a happy-hour-anytime snack. They’ve got all the crisp taste of elderberry and tart lime in a tiny, chewy bite. Plus, they’re alcohol-free, so you can indulge without turning your buddy’s Tuesday afternoon into a tipsy debacle.
“Gin: How to Drink it: 125 Gins, 4 Ways” by Dave Broom isn’t your run-of-the-mill cocktail book. Instead, it’s a masterclass in this aromatic alcohol with a nomination for the 2021 Tales of the Cocktails Spirited Awards to back up its credibility. Broom will quench any gin lover’s curiosity about the best gin for a negroni or the perfect martini with his encyclopedic knowledge of every juniper-based spirit worth mentioning.
If you know a gin lover who’s a mixologist wannabe, introduce them to the Genuine Fred Good Measure Gin Cocktail Recipe Glass. It’s a gin cocktail cheat sheet with seven classic libations printed on the glass, including Tom Collins, Gin & Tonic, Bee’s Knees, The Gimlet, French 75, Salty Dog, and Martini. There are also oz and mL measurements so that they can add a splash of this and a shot of that with a bit more precision.
The Aberdeen Oak Mixology Bartender Kit will turn your giftee’s counter into a full-fledged speakeasy. The set comes with a stainless-steel 18 oz/28 oz shaker, double jigger with multiple inner measurements for precise pouring, muddler/ice crusher, and more! The three included strainers– Hawthorne, Julep, and mesh conical– give your gift recipient everything they need to whip up anything from an herbally-infused batch of gin to a complex Aviation cocktail.
Give the gift of endless flavor exploration with the Honest John Bitters Sampler Set, with ten mini bottles of bitters. The handcrafted flavors run the gamut: NOLA, chocolate, cherry + coffee, black walnut, cardamom, grapefruit, sarsaparilla, lavender, orange, and lemongrass. The set includes two Honest John Coasters and a recipe book.
Ridley’s Gin Lover’s 500-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle is the ultimate mashup of gin geekery and puzzling fun for the giftee in your life who also loves a good brain-teaser. It’s done up with hand-drawn illustrations of exotic gins, tasty botanicals, lip-smacking cocktails, and random gin facts they’ll be excited to share at your next cocktail party.
If you’re looking for something that will net you the official title of gifting “gin-ius,” check out the Hand-Painted Copa De Balon! The thinner rim lets you get up close and personal with those iconic aromas, while the fishbowl-shaped vessel holds a generous 19 oz of the good stuff. These beauties are also stackable, making them a win for those with more gin than cabinet space.
The Cocktail Box Co’s Gin and Tonic Cocktail Box Kit is like a portable party, designed for the modern explorer who refuses to let location limit their love for a killer G&T. They can now mix up three hand-crafted premium gin and tonics with the orange & lavender bitters, boutique tonic syrup, lime juice, bartender spoon & muddler, linen napkin, and cocktail picks. Plus, it’s TSA-friendly, so their layovers can be a little more interesting.
With the Gin & Tonic Retro-Style Magnet set, you can add some Happy Hour flair to your giftee’s fridge with nine nostalgic designs that wouldn’t look out of place on Don Draper’s fridge door. They come in two sizes and have an epoxy resin coating, making this inexpensive gift feel swanky.
Diamonds might be a girl’s best friend, but for a gin lover, their preferred jewelry might be a pendant made from recycled Bombay Sapphire bottles. The Glassoholics Gin Teardrop Pendant Necklace is handmade in sunny Miami, Florida, with traditional glassworking techniques to transform a used gin bottle into a piece of wearable art, fully annealed for durability. The frosted sea-glass-finished drop comes on a silver chain.
Do you know someone who deserves a G&T with some G&G (glitz and glamour)? The Vemacity Luxury Gin Glasses Set comes in a lined gift box with two embossed crystal balloon glasses with ritzy gold rims, a gold double-sided jigger, a twisted bar spoon, and a spirit measure for nailing that perfect pour. This luxury set makes a stellar any-occasion gift that screams sophistication without hitting you too hard in the pocket.
“Behind the Bar: Gin” is a hardcover book with 176 gin-steeped pages that will take your gift recipient on a tour of gin culture’s most intimate nooks and crannies. One minute, they’ll learn the nuances of mixing a Two Suns from Old Glory bar in Nashville, and the next, they’re immersed in a story about a speakeasy that transformed an entire era. The vibrant illustrations are gorgeous enough on their own, with richly saturated colors that bring every gin creation to life.
When you’re passionate about gin, having it in your drink is not enough. You need it under your glass, too. The Gin & Tonic 4-inch 4-Piece Coaster Set is made from premium MDF with a cork backing, ensuring your favorite amateur mixologist’s surfaces remain ring-free. These coasters are practically begging to be gifted to the gin enthusiast in your life.
The Rokz Gin & Tonic Spirit Infusion Bottle and Cocktail Mix Set is an all-in-one gift that lets your recipient create a custom-crafted G&T made with artisanal ingredients like cane sugar, fragrant rose petals and buds, zesty lemon and orange peel, spicy black peppercorns, and aromatic fennel. It comes with a refill pack, but they can mix things up with other tasty options like Ginger Cardamom to make a Pear and Ginger Ginny.
Spice up their sock drawer with Gin & Tonic Socks made with a cozy blend of 65% cotton, 33% nylon, and 2% spandex for the kind of snug they’ll want to dive into feet first after a long day. They feature mismatched but coordinating designs, with one sock dedicated to the “G” and the other to the “T.” It’s whimsical, wearable fun.
Give your favorite budding botanical infuser an entire spice rack for their gin creations. This stylish kit features 15 botanicals, ready to add that extra oomph to their favorite gin. Each box holds about two tablespoons of botanicals like juniper berries, lavender, lemon peels, star anise, and hibiscus. This kit is a hit for the holidays when dreary days need a dose of fresh flavors to keep your loved one’s spirits bright.
Gin lovers will appreciate the chance to lather up their mitts with the refreshing scents of juniper berry, zesty lime, and a splash of tonic. Not only does this Gin and Tonic Boozy Hand Soap smell amazing, but it’s also gentle enough for frequent handwashing and a quirky way to add some pizzazz to one of the more mundane parts of their day.
The Thoughtfully Cocktails Premium Cocktail Mixers kit is a gin lover’s dream wrapped up in five petite, pre-measured bottles of pure flavor. They can choose from lime, elderflower, rose flower, mandarin, and raspberry, mix with gin and ice, strain, garnish, and sip their way to relaxation without the mixology mess. Pair with a bottle of their favorite gin brand, and they’ll crown you the “World’s Best Gift Giver,” hands down.
Suppose your gift recipient has everything a modern gin lover could ever dream of owning. They’ll appreciate your old-school approach when you give them a Heritage Pewter Gin Liquor Decanter Label. It’s sophisticated and swanky, crafted from a luxurious fine pewter alloy that promises a gleaming, tarnish-resistant finish. The adjustable chain makes it versatile enough for most bottle shapes and sizes.
For the gin-uine aficionados in your life, A Gin & Tonic Dream BroBasket is as good as gifting gets. Tucked inside a reusable rosewood crate is a cornucopia of gin goodness, epitomizing thoughtful gifting. It comes loaded with high-end G&T necessities, like Bombay Sapphire and Evertree Tonic Water. And because you don’t want your boozy bros to sip on an empty stomach, it includes plenty of snacks.
Undoubtedly, one of gin’s best attributes is its alluring aroma, so it makes sense that a candle that captures the botanical bouquet is one of the best gifts you can give a fan of the libation. The Dry Gin & Cypress Soy Candle has inviting juniper top notes and a warm, woodsy base of oak, cedar, and cypress, with just a hint of sweet, red currant. And with a 35-40 hour burn time, your loved one has plenty of time to drink their gin and smell it, too.
Does your giftee love sipping on artisanally-crafted cocktails as much as they adore posting about it on Instagram? Then, your favorite influencer will appreciate this elegant Sipsy gift box, packed to the gills with Insta-worthy goodies. The Flower Bomb Gin starts with Empress 1908 Indigo Gin, with its gorgeous purplish-blue hue, along with Sipsy Rose Syrup, Fever Tree club soda, fresh lemon, and an assortment of edible flowers for a floral finish that’s sure to attract likes.
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