Last Updated on November 17, 2023 by David Michael
Gifts for your favorite Mixologist
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Elevate your cocktail experience with an exquisite selection of gifts designed to enhance your home bar, delight your favorite mixologist, or even indulge yourself in the art of mixology. We have curated a collection of our top recommendations, carefully chosen to take your cocktail game to new heights.
From sleek and stylish bar tools to artisanal ingredients and innovative accessories, our assortment encompasses a range of offerings that will surely impress even the most discerning connoisseurs. These gifts not only elevate the aesthetics of your bar but also enhance the overall cocktail-making process, ensuring every sip is a delightful journey of flavors.
For the aspiring mixologist, we present an array of professional-grade bar tools and equipment. Imbued with elegance and functionality, these meticulously crafted essentials, such as shakers, jiggers, muddlers, and strainers, provide the perfect balance between form and function. They are the tools of the trade that will empower any cocktail enthusiast to create masterful concoctions with precision and flair.
In addition to essential tools and ingredients, we also present a range of innovative accessories designed to elevate your overall cocktail experience. Discover elegant glassware that not only showcases your creations but also enhances the visual appeal of your cocktails. Explore innovative chilling solutions, such as spherical ice molds or stylish whiskey stones, to ensure your libations remain perfectly chilled without dilution. And for those seeking a touch of creativity, consider cocktail recipe books that inspire and guide you through the art of mixology, unlocking a world of possibilities.
Whether you are looking to surprise a passionate mixologist, upgrade your own home bar, or simply treat yourself to the finer elements of cocktail culture, our carefully curated selection of gifts is sure to captivate your imagination and ignite your passion for mixology. Embrace the opportunity to unlock new flavors, refine your techniques, and embark on a delightful journey through the art of crafting exceptional cocktails. Cheers to raising the bar!
The Gift of Portability
A bar cart lets you bring the bar to wherever you are. I like this 3 tiered bar cart. It provides plenty of storage and showcases your barware with style.
3 Tier Bar Cart
Pour your favorite spirit from a crystal decanter by Waterford. I love the modern design of the London series – contemporary yet still works with traditional.
London Square Decanter by Waterford
Serve in these nicely sized double old fashioned glasses by Orrefors. The modern City design is a beautiful take on a traditional design, it works in any interior. These are roomy enough to hold a good sized ice sphere too.
Orrefors City Double Old Fashioned Glass, Set of 4
The Glacious Ice Ball Press makes perfect, seamless spheres of ice. And they fit nicely in the Orrefors double old fashioned glasses above. Available in silver, black, or gold. Make sure to also pick up an ice cube mold to make blocks big enough to use the press. We like THESE.
Glacious LE 60mm Ice Ball Press
Give the finishing touch to your cocktails with pure linen cocktail napkins. Available in a range of colors.
100% Pure Linen Hemstitch Cocktail Napkins
Gifts For the Wine Lover
We have some great gift ideas for the oenophile in your life. Wine lovers are sure to appreciate our picks for gifts.
The Riedel decanter isn’t just a sculptural piece of table art, it helps aerate the wine for maximum enjoyment.
Riedel Amadeo Decanter
Serve wine in these Riedel glasses. The Bordeaux glass makes a great all purpose wine glass.
Riedel Vinum Bordeaux Glasses, Set of 2
Serve in style with this malachite inspired tray.
Marble Patterned Serving Tray
Open wine bottles like a pro with this waiters corkscrew by Coutale Sommelier. Made of heavy gauge stainless steel, it’s built to last.
Prestige Waiters Corkscrew By Coutale Sommelier
Keep tasting notes on wines in style. Moleskine’s Wine Journal lets you keep track of your favorite wines in this hard cover notebook.
Moleskine Wine Journal
Shake It Up: Gifts for the cocktail master
Get your mixologist the gift of luxury and performance with the Georg Jensen Manhattan Cocktail Shaker. Mirror polished stainless steel accentuates the art deco styling. The generous 25 ounce size lets you make more than one cocktail at a time.
Georg Jensen Manhattan Cocktail Shaker
Keep ice handy with the Ettore Sottsass designed ice bucket. A classic design that has endured since its introduction in 1979.
Ettore Sottsass Ice Bucket by Alessi
Remember to pick up a pair of ice tongs. I love the sleek look of these Alessi Ice Tongs.
Alessi Ice Tongs
The right glass for the drink makes a difference in presentation and taste. Riedel has developed glassware for specific cocktail styles. I love these highball glasses and think they look great with drinks in them.
Riedel Highball Glass, Set of 2
Give your drinks a finishing touch with these handmade glass swizzle sticks. The elegantly simple stirrers topped with a swirling ball of gold and silver glass are perfect for the holidays. Michigan based Vstyle Productions makes these in a rainbow of colors.
Hand Blown Glass Swizzle Sticks in Gold and Silver
For your guests that would simply like a beer, keep this modernist elephant shaped bottle opener on your bar. The clean abstract design is by Georg Jensen, renowned for their high quality and design. Makes a great stocking stuffer!
Georg Jensen Steel Elephant Bottle Opener
Death & Co: Modern Classic Cocktails
The modern classic from Death & Company, one of the bars that spearheaded the craft cocktail movement. This is one of my go to cocktail references.
Bubbly Gifts for the Champagne Lover
Whenever a cork pops, a party starts; everyone seems happy when drinking champagne. Get the party started in style with these bubbly related gifts.
Make a statement with the Georg Jensen Indulgence Champagne Cooler. Chill up to three full sized bottles in ice in this mirror finished stainless steel sculptural vessel.
Georg Jensen Indulgence Stainless Steel Champagne Cooler
As long as it’s a party, serve the bubbly in these festive Champagne flutes by Waterford. I love these tall glasses with bubbles carved into the body.
Waterford Happy Celebrations Crystal Flute Glasses, Set of 2
In case you need to stopper the bottle, these are the best Champagne stoppers I’ve found. Easy to use, sturdy, and leak proof.
Champagne Stopper by Kloveo
We hope you find the perfect gift from our guide.
Be sure to check out our other gift guides:
Gifts for the Home – Gifts to enhance your living space.
Gifts for Cooks – Gifts for your kitchen and favorite cook.
Gifts for the Office – Gifts for your home office, or for coworkers.