The Best Alcohol Gifts for 2024

Because a bottle of something special is always the right answer.

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Some people are just hard to buy for. While we dedicate plenty of time here at T&C to helping you find the absolute perfect gift for everyone on your list, the simple fact is sometimes it's the tried and true option that serves you best. Yes, we're talking about gifting a good ol' bottle of booze. From wine and spirits to ready-to-drink cocktails and alcohol subscription services, a good drink always brightens up the holiday season. With that in mind, we've pulled together some of our very favorite bottles for every type of gift recipient and every price point.

Born from a collaboration between Glenmorangie and Japanese botanical artist Azuma Makoto this 23 year old whiskey evokes notes of soft flowers and earthy moss. Finished in chardonnay casks used to age white wine in Burgundy, the flavor is lush with hints of wood and herbs, as well as fresh corefruit. And with a bottle emblazoned with an original floral creation by Makoto, it's as much a s work of art on the outside as it is on the inside—a perfect indulgence for your favorite Scotch lover.

The gift that keeps on giving for adventurous home mixologists, this monthly subscription box comes with everything you need to craft unique and impressive cocktails, just add alcohol. With three recipes, perfectly portioned syrups, shrubs, and juices, plus garnishes, fresh fruits, and herbs, this is an ideal gift for tipplers with the urge to explore.

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Notes of vanilla and citrus are accented by dried fruits, eucalyptus and cinnamon in this small batch tequila. Aged in oak barrels for over 3 years, this decadent tequila is perfect for the agave aficionado in your life.

Make the hugo spritz obsessive's whole holiday with a bottle of this versatile sweet-tart-floral elderflower liqueur.

Blended from some of the finest, rarest eaux-de-vie in the Hennessey cellars, this silky cognac includes notes of rose petals, honey, and truffle, with a delicate hint of spice.

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Give them a taste of history with two unique bottlings inspired by Nathan "Nearest" Green, the Black distiller who taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey (plus four elegant crystal tumblers to enjoy them from, of course.)

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Even if you can't nab a famously tough-to-get reservation at the famous NYC eatery, you can still drink like you're at Via Carota with their ready-to-drink sparkling French 75. Champagne cocktails on the go? Yes please.

Raise a glass with an art lover this season by popping open Dom Pérignon's latest limited edition bottling, which pays homage to the iconic artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. The bottle and it's cutom packaging comes in three iterations inspired by Basquiat's 1983 piece "In Italian"—when placed together, the boxes reveal a completed design.

While whiskeys are sometimes known for fruit notes, this Kentucky straight bourbon thoughtfully emphasizes those nuances by finishing each ultra-small batch (just 8-12 barrels at a time) in ruby port wine casks for three to six months, which brings subtle toasty, dried fruit notes forward in a way that lifts up the bourbon's palate to something that sure to inspire envy, angelic and otherwise.

For a heavenly flavor, this solera-style Guatemalan rum his aged at 2,300 meters above sea level, slowing the aging process to bring out complex notes of tropical fruit and cozy baking spices.

When it comes to an elegant reserve blend worthy of sipping, gin isn't always the first spirit that jumps to mind. This flavor-forward gin with notes of saffron and verbena make a strong case for why it should be.

Want to really wow the booze fan whose bar cart has it all? Think outside the usual spirit spectrum and opt for a luxe liqueur instead, like this orange liqueur which combines the most prestigious cuvée cognacs aged up to 25 years with wild oranges to create a lush tipple that's as delicious in a cocktail as it is on its own.

Whether they're a fan of the royal family or just of great red wines, this bottle is a winner—it's not only an acclaimed vintage with notes of dark fruits and chocolate, it's also such a favorite of Meghan Markle's she named her pre-royal lifestyle website The Tig after it.

What's better than gift somebody one bottle? Gifting them a subscription to tastes some of the finest spirits around, tailored perfectly to their tastes. That's exactly what Flaviar does, by sending boxes filled with tastings, bottles, and tons of info so they can explore the wide world of booze.

Looking for something special for the Outlander fan? How about a bottle of whiskey from the show's star, Sam Heughan, which pays homage to the show by taking its name from Jamie's term of endearment for his beloved wife Claire.

Add a work of art to your bar cart, that's also delicious. This mezcal uses the wild cenizo agave to highlight the terroir of the Mexican state of Durango, while the decanter pays homage to the region's culture with hand-carved details and a hand-beaded cap.

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Espresso martinis are still going strong in the trend cycle, and now you can save the work on whipping one up, thanks to this sophisticated batched version made with Ketel One vodka.

Made with a blend of whiskies sourced from Suntory’s Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita distilleries, this bottle from Japan's highest-awarded blended whiskey label has a smooth finish with a fresh combination of florals and fruit on the palate.

What better gift for the cocktail-loving Downton Abbey fan than a gin distilled with botanicals grown on the grounds of Highclere, which serves as the backdrop for Downton.

More: Gift Ideas for the Downton Abbey Lover in Your Life

Aged in barrels that have been infused with native cacao beans during the toasting process, this 100% Dominican rum brings forth a rich and complex palate of vanilla and dried fruit notes with a whisper of nuttiness and, of course, the bittersweet bite of chocolate.

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Lauren Hubbard is a freelance writer and Town & Country contributor who covers beauty, shopping, entertainment, travel, home decor, wine, and cocktails.

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