The 40 Best Gifts for Cocktail Lovers, According to Bartenders

Estelle Colored Glass Champagne Coupe Set

$205 at Food52 $154 at Nordstrom $205 at Estellecoloredglass.com

Simply put: Cocktails taste better in beautiful drinking glasses. Add a bit of glam to a loved one's bar with this pastel-colored coupe set by Estelle Colored Glass. Handblown by glass artisans in Poland, the six coupes feature a mix of jewel tones and soft pastels, instantly elevating any dining room table setting.

Material Stirred Set

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“We are big fans of Material’s everyday drinking glasses, so we got excited when we saw the brand recently launched this gorgeous cocktail set in collaboration with the cocktail experts over at New York’s Death & Co. This set comes with everything you’ll need to make classic stirred cocktails at home, including a straight-walled pitcher, dual-sided mixing and muddling spoon, and a versatile step jigger. Just add booze.

This is a cocktail mixing set you’ll want to display on your bar cart, and we think this makes the perfect gift for cocktail lovers.” - Danielle St. Pierre, Commerce Editor 

Williams Sonoma Dorset Spirit Decanter

$200 at Williams-Sonoma

For folks who love to sip their whiskey neat at home, this gorgeous whiskey decanter will immediately upgrade any hosting occasion. This lead-free crystal decanter can be used to store any spirit, and its 45.6-ounce capacity is the perfect size. We love the simple, vintage-inspired design of this vessel and think it would look especially charming next to a matching crystal cocktail mixing glass.

Chopin x Sugarfina Martini Candy Bento Box

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“I love when two of my passions — spirits and candy — come together, especially when we're talking about Chopin Vodka, one of our best vodkas for every home bar, and Sugarfina, maker of highly giftable gummies. This bento box set comes with Lemon Drop and Cosmopolitan Martini Bears, as well as Espresso Martini truffles, which might be the one way to make my favorite caffeinated cocktail even more delicious.

I'll be gifting this to holiday party hosts, but let's be honest, I'll also be snacking on these bears all winter long.” - Oset Babür-Winter, Senior Drinks Editor

Crate & Barrel Set of 6 Cocktail Picks

$7 at Crate & Barrel

“These Crate & Barrel cocktail picks are a simple way to step up your home drinks game by adding a little flare. They come in a set of six, so you can break them out for a small dinner party or just for yourself.” - Sean Flynn, Senior Editorial Director

West Elm Jupiter Beaded Glass Martini Glasses

$41 at Target $40 at Williams-Sonoma $40 at Sur La Table

This gorgeous set of four textured martini glasses comes in Cornflower Blue, Pink, and Clear. Lower and thicker-stemmed than a standard martini glass, these fun and practical vessels are a practical and lovely option for people with home bars.

Via Carota Classic Negroni

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A classic Negroni never goes out of style. Luckily for home bartenders, you can now enjoy a delicious pre-batched Negroni from beloved New York City Italian restaurant Via Carota in the comfort of your cozy den. This mix features Forthave Red Aperitivo, dry gin, and bespoke vermouth. Serve cold, pour over ice, and garnish with an orange peel or a cherry.

Uncommon Goods Mixology Classes Online

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Gifting powerhouse Uncommon Goods has a wide range of cocktail classes and packages to choose from. Straightforward online classes like Cocktails in Spain are a casual and fun gift, as are the more posh offerings like Smoked Cocktails, which includes an online class and a fancy smoking cloche. From beginner to expert, there’s something here for everyone.

Huckberry Whiskey Peaks The Rockies

$37 at Amazon $60 at Huckberry

If you’re stumped on what to gift the whiskey connoisseur in your life, consider these editor-favorite whiskey glasses. These glasses feature topographic maps of different mountain ranges including Zion, the Tetons, and the Rockies, and you can even add a matching whiskey decanter to complete your gift set. Perfect for sipping whiskey, Scotch, or even water, we think these glasses make a thoughtful gift for cocktail lovers. 

Viski Crystal Negroni Glasses

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Does your favorite Negroni fan already have the liquor they need to concoct their favorite drink? The answer is most likely! Consider leveling up their Negroni game with these sleek Crystal Negroni glasses from Viski. They're not too fancy for the dishwasher, but they are too fancy to miss out on.

W&P Cocktail Ice Bundle

$22 at Amazon View on Wandp.com $15 at Urban Outfitters

“Keeping intricate ice cube molds filled in the freezer is an easy way to dress up a cocktail, especially for last-minute drinks. W&P looked to Art Nouveau and 1920s jazz clubs for design inspiration, while the ice’s larger size slows down melting. - Mary Claire Lagroue, Associate Commerce Editor

Bormioli Rocco America '20s Cocktail Coupe Glass Set

$35 at Amazon

“All of my friends are suddenly into martinis at home, so I've been gifting one of my favorite sets. While they are not traditional martini glasses, the 20's style Bormioli Rocco Cocktail Coupe is my current favorite martini glass. They come in a set of four and look like elegant crystal, but they are durable and dishwasher safe.” - Jennifer Zyman, Senior Commerce Writer

Viski Lewis Ice Bag and Mallet

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Every whiskey and bourbon lover needs a Lewis Bag. An affordable and unusual gift, a Lewis Bag is a pristine canvas bag accompanied by a wooden mallet designed to smash cubes into crushed ice. Why not just break your ice in a zip-top plastic bag with your handy kitchen meat tenderizer? A Lewis Bag is more than a holder for ice — it absorbs the excess moisture created by the crushing that would otherwise water down your whiskey smash or perfect mint julep.

Riedel Nick and Nora Cocktail Glasses

$32 at Amazon $45 at Walmart $23 at Wayfair

If you've been eyeing a set of trendy Nick & Nora glasses to add to your collection or to gift a cocktail lover, we recommend this classic set from trusted brand Riedel. Included in our list of the best martini glasses, these glasses are perfectly sized at 4.9 ounces and also well-priced at just under $50 for a set.

We appreciate the gently curved lip — similar in shape to a tulip glass — that makes this pick stand out. These glasses provide a nice balance of vintage charm with a clean, modern aesthetic that makes them feel giftworthy.

Sophie Lou Jacobsen Totem Glasses

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“I'm very excited about this limited-release drinkware collaboration between nonalcoholic drink brand Ghia and designer Sophie Lou Jacobsen. The stemmed Provence glasses would make a perfect holiday gift for the budding mixologist in your life.” — Danielle St. Pierre, Commerce Editor

Tempus Fugit 19th Century Style Cocktail Cherries

$20 at Amazon View on Kingfloyds.com

Every home bartender needs the proper garnishes for cocktails. Our advice: Don’t skimp on the cherries. Perfect for a classic Manhattan and a far cry from those sugary maraschinos you had in your Shirley Temple, these editor-favorite Tempus Fugit 19th Century Style Cocktail Cherries will upgrade whatever libation you’re serving to your holiday guests. 

Jacobsen Salt Fly by Jing Tingly

$15 at Jacobsensalt.com View on Flybyjing.com

“Whenever there's a new Fly By Jing collab, you can expect to find me interested. This drop with the MVPs of salt, Jacobsen Salt Co., is my new favorite way to rim cocktails at home — especially a spicy Margarita situation. It adds a punch of flavor and color, making it the perfect stocking stuffer for the home bartender in your life. Cheers!” — Oset Babür-Winter, Senior Drinks Editor

Ghia Le Spritz Sumac & Chili

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“When I'm purposefully not drinking, the last thing I want is a nonalcoholic drink that's loaded with sugar. This past year, I've reached for Ghia's Sumac & Chili spritz on many social occasions as an alternative to a cocktail. Sumac & Chili is, in my opinion, the brand's most interesting flavor so far. It's sharp, sour, and refreshingly tart, but it also has heat that mimics the "burn" of alcohol.

Ghia's spritzes come packaged in a cute carrying case with a handle, which makes it a perfect gift to bring to a holiday dinner party.” - Danielle St. Pierre, Commerce Editor

Thousand Oaks Barrel Foghat Cocktail Smoking Kit

$190 at Amazon

Perfect as a gift for your cocktail-obsessed friend, this kit goes beyond the basic cocktail smoker and provides everything from the cloche to whiskey barrel oak smoking fuel to a handmade serving board. The included smoking fuel is made from aged bourbon barrels, featuring a traditional oak flavor with notes of caramel, autumnal spices, honey, and vanilla — a great addition when creating bourbon cocktails at home. Plus, given the board's generous size, you can easily smoke a cocktail and your favorite meats and cheeses.

Casa Dragones Reposado

$150 at Drizly View on Totalwine.com

“Casa Dragones takes its love affair with sipping tequila to the next level with this new Reposado expression. Aged in Japanese oak casks, this is a cold-weather bottle that channels a crackling fireplace, vanilla, and caramel in a comforting way you never thought possible from tequila.” — Oset Babür-Winter, Senior Drinks Editor

Crafthouse by Fortessa Signature Collection Shaker Set

$112 at Amazon $120 at Williams-Sonoma $120 at Wayfair

If you're looking for a suitable gift for someone who recently developed an interest in cocktail making, you can't go wrong with a well-made cocktail shaker. This set from Fortessa is one of the best around, and it comes with everything, including a classic Boston shaker, Hawthorne strainer, jigger, and wooden muddler.

"The Crafthouse by Fortessa Boston Shaker is from the Charles Joly line of professional barware," says Eric Alperin Charles knows the importance of a tin-on-tin shaker set that seals perfectly and is strong enough to handle larger rocks of ice."

I’m Just Here For the Drinks

$15 at Amazon $15 at Target $25 at Barnesandnoble.com

The world of cocktail making is fraught with mystery for many people, which is why this book is one of the best for those just getting started making drinks solo. Wine Enthusiast's 2017 Mixologist of the Year Sother Teague covers everything from the history of both classic and lesser-known spirits to insights from industry pros and veteran bartenders. It includes plenty of easy-to-mix drink recipes that even the most novice cocktail maker will be able to master.

Viski Moscow Mule Mug

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Refreshing and balanced, a mule is not a Moscow Mule unless it’s served in a proper copper Moscow Mule mug with a ton of ice and fresh mint. This elegant faceted Mule mug from Viski is one of the prettiest we’ve found. Made of stainless steel and plated with copper, a pair is a lovely gift for the Mule drinker in your life. 

Geo Lacquer Wood Trays

$20 at West Elm

If you're working with a wood sideboard or coffee table, a bar tray is a perfect way to protect surfaces and add an element of design. Go with a lacquered version for an understated piece, or elevate the space with a glass mirror tray that reflects the art Deco bar style. Both are easy to clean with handles for carrying.

glacio Ice Cube Molds

$17 at Amazon

We could chat all day about the best ice cube molds and the ice itself, but the bottom line is that great cocktails always involve great ice. For a home bartender, serving drinks over large ice cubes makes a big difference and goes a long way in impressing your guests. These cube and sphere-shaped ice molds allow for slow dilution and get extra points for presentation.

Zulay Kitchen Metal Lemon Lime Squeezer

$15 at Amazon $15 at Walmart $27 at Macy's

No home cocktail bar is complete without a citrus juicer since authentic preparations of craft cocktails demand fresh juice over the sugary stuff that comes in a bottle. This heavy-duty hand juicer accommodates both lemons and limes (or big limes and little lemons!) and makes getting the maximum amount of juice from citrus a cinch. 

Mixology Bartender Bar Tool Set

$32 at Amazon

This kit supplies everything you need (except the booze) to make the perfect cocktail. Play around with all the tools the pros use — including a jigger and a muddler — and conveniently store the items on a stylish bamboo stand, keeping everything organized and accessible so you can quickly whip up a cocktail at a moment's notice.

BruMate Glitter Flask

$34 at Amazon $25 at Brumate.com

What's not to love about this high-shine Brumate Glitter Flask? Described as a "party in your purse," there's no way this head-turner of a gift won't be an absolute hit. Affordably priced, this fun flask is leakproof, fits five ounces of your favorite spirit, and discreetly fits inside a purse or pocket. Plus, you can mix and match glitter flask caps with options like black rhinestones, glittery silver, and multicolor jewels.

AeroGarden Bounty Basic Indoor Gardening

$180 at Amazon $232 at Wayfair View on Aerogarden.com

If you're looking to surprise a cocktail-savvy friend or family member, consider gifting this AeroGarden. Aside from bitters and fresh citrus, the key to plenty of traditional cocktail recipes is a handful of fresh herbs — what better way to have mint leaves, rosemary, and basil than with a miniature hydroponic indoor herb garden right in your kitchen? This is a multi-purpose gift that will delight any home cook or home bartender.

Breville The Smoking Gun Pro

$120 at Amazon $150 at Williams-Sonoma View on Breville.com

Smoke adds texture, depth, and flavor to any mezcal or whiskey cocktail. A smoking gun allows you to enjoy this sensory experience at home. Earning the top spot in our tests of the best cocktail smokers, we found Breville's Polyscience Smoking Gun to be perfectly sized and easy to operate with optimal smoke output.

This funky tool lets you infuse aromas into cocktails, mocktails, food, and desserts while putting on a one-of-a-kind bar show for friends and family. This is a great party trick that not only impresses your guests but also allows them to play mixologist at home, too.

Cocktail Codex

$20 at Amazon View on Uncrate.com View on Abebooks.com

There is plenty of excellent cocktail literature, but we recommend starting with this book for your home bar library. If you can make a solid Old Fashioned or Manhattan, you'll be the life of many parties — and Cocktail Codex is a must-have. This book breaks down all cocktails into six categories to help readers understand the rationale behind what can seem like an overwhelming number of recipes and steps to follow to create the perfect drink.

Riedel Drink Specific Glassware Highball Glass

$45 at Amazon $45 at Walmart $23 at Wayfair

Every home bartender needs a solid set of highball glasses for serving cocktails topped with soda. In our extensive Riedel Highball Glasses review, we found this set to be incredibly versatile for making everything from a classic Scotch and soda to DIY Ranch Water recipes. In terms of affordability, build quality, and design, these glasses check all the boxes. We think they'd make a great gift for a cocktail enthusiast.

Oxo Good Grips Citrus Peeler

$10 at Amazon

A garnish is such an essential component of a cocktail. It’s more than a pretty way to decorate a glass or whet the palate. A garnish enhances the olfactory experience of sipping a well-made drink. This easy-to-use citrus and vegetable peeler will help you pull those perfect strips of orange, lemon, or lime zest for drink garnishes. Express the oil over the glass with a quick twist, or place the peel in the drink near the side of the glass for color and fragrance.

Crafthouse by Fortessa Cocktail Smoking Box

$300 at Amazon $300 at Williams-Sonoma $299 at Nordstrom

This smoking box is sure to impress if you know someone who loves to make cocktails at home. It's a worthwhile addition to a home bar, perfect for entertaining and experimenting. The concept of the smoke box is simple: Put combustible wood chips into the device, light it, and allow the smoke to infuse into the drink.

GE Profile Countertop Nugget Ice Maker V2

$505 at Amazon $505 at Target $630 at Williams-Sonoma

If you have the countertop space and the money to spend, this is a worthwhile splurge for dedicated home bartenders. Switch from hard ice cubes to soft, crunchy, restaurant-style ice with the GE Profile Opal Ice Maker. It can make 24 pounds of nugget ice daily, ideal for chilling cocktails, sodas, and other beverages. The machine is also equipped with Wi-Fi functionality and voice-control software, which means you can request fresh ice from your smartphone or smart device and have it ready in 20 minutes.

Willa Arlo Interiors Tibo Bar Cart

$210 at Wayfair

A gorgeous bar cart is a great way to display your liquors and tools for a big gift or major bar upgrade. After all, part of the bar is the atmosphere — so why not try to recreate that at home? Setting up a bar cart with select bottles, bitters, tools, and possibly a favorite book can show the devotion to making an enjoyable, balanced cocktail, rather than just mixing alcohol over ice (don't forget to fill your ice cube trays first!). If this sounds like an ideal gift for someone in your life, we suggest the Tibo Bar Cart, a classic style at an affordable price.

Breville The Citrus Press

$150 at Williams-Sonoma $150 at Wayfair $150 at Sur La Table

Suppose you like to entertain large groups or happen to use juice in smoothies as well as in fresh cocktails. In that case, Breville’s electric juicer automates what would be a significant effort with a hand press. For weekend brunch mimosas or dinner parties with multiple cocktail pairings, we think this juicer makes a very practical gift for cocktail enthusiasts.

Magic Mill Food Dehydrator Machine

$150 at Amazon $298 at Walmart

If you decide dehydrated garnishes are your jam, invest in a food dehydrator. Earning the top spot in our list of the best food dehydrators, we found this pick from Magic Mill to be easy to use, even for beginners. You can dehydrate virtually any fruit or vegetable into a garnish in addition to making fruit leather or powdered vegetables and fruits for dusting the rims of drink glasses. It’s also a fun project for a cocktail enthusiast who seemingly has it all.

The Joy of Mixology

$18 at Amazon $18 at Target View on Abebooks.com

The perfect gift for the friend always hosting happy hour. “I would love to become a better home bartender,” says Alexandra Dorda, founder of Kasama Rum. “I’d like to make my way through The Joy of Mixology this year. It helps to demystify cocktails by breaking them down into easy-to-understand categories, all while keeping things fun, just as cocktails should be.”

Britta Punch Bowl Set

$147 at Crate & Barrel

There was a time when every extended family had at least one punch bowl set between them. Host an epic punch party or present the snazziest boozy eggnog at your holiday party with this killer punchbowl from Crate & Barrel. Not only is this low and curvy punchbowl sleek as all get out, but it comes with eight gorgeous faceted glass punch cups and a long, lithe glass ladle.