The Best Alcohol Gifts to Buy for Christmas 2025

Celebrate the season in style with unique drinks and beautifully crafted bottles guaranteed to impress even the most discerning drinker. From sparkling bubbles to fine whisky and beautifully crafted cocktail mixers, here’s our ultimate guide to savouring the best drinks with loved ones over Christmas dinner — and gifting spirits that bring both joy and sophistication this festive season.

JOHNNIE WALKER 

Johnnie Walker Vault – The Couture Flask, £600.00

A beautiful collaboration with Olivier Rousteing is this Couture Flask that transforms the classic whisky flask into a must-have fashion accessory. This 10ml metal refillable flask features a removable chain, allowing it to be worn across the body or styled with an outfit.

PROJECT #173

Dubai Chocolate Rum 50cl • 42%, £25.00

Whether you’re treating yourself or surprising a friend, this rum makes a standout Christmas gift. Blending rich chocolate, creamy pistachio, and delicate filo pastry notes. It’s bold, smooth, and utterly indulgent. Enjoy it neat, stirred, shaken with espresso, or even as a luxurious rum-based White Russian.

HENNESSY 

Kim Jones Hennessy X.O Cognac 70cl, £200.00

Here’s another stunning collaboration with British fashion designer Kim Jones, who brings his innovative touch to the iconic Hennessy X.O. The bottle is encased in an exquisite aluminium vessel with a golden-amber finish that reflects the rich hues of the cognac within. This limited edition masterpiece celebrates over 150 years of Maurice Hennessy’s legendary blend.

DON JULIO 

1942 Rosado Reposado Tequila 70cl, £155.00

Don Julio is always a great idea for gifting. And this one is made from Mexican blue agave and aged for four months in Port wine casks, resulting in the rosy hue and notes of red fruits and caramel. Enjoy straight on the rocks, or add a splash of soda water and a twist of lemon for a refreshing drink.

BILLECART SALMON

Elisabeth Salmon Rosé Champagne 2008 Magnum 1.5L, £445.00

A unique gift for him this Christmas, this exquisite Champagne embodies the Maison’s ancestral savoir-faire for a truly exceptional drinking experience. It’s abundant with aromas of wild berries and sweet spices. Its signature salmon-pink hue and delicate texture are the result of over a decade of meticulous ageing.

FORDS LONDON

Dry Gin 70cl • 45%, £33.95

This exceptional gin features a remarkable blend of botanicals including Italian juniper, Spanish lemon peel, Turkish grapefruit, and Chinese jasmine — all steeped for 15 hours before distillation. The result is a vibrant, perfectly balanced spirit that’s equally delightful sipped neat or used to elevate classic cocktails.

KAY

Sake Junmai Daiginjo 72cl • 15.8%, £36.00

Sake makes a brilliant choice for Christmas gifting, and this one is expertly crafted in Japan from all-natural ingredients, free from additives, sulphites, and gluten. Light and refreshing with a lower ABV than traditional spirits, it’s perfect enjoyed neat, over ice, or as a refined alternative in cocktails.

KYLIE MINOGUE

Petit Rose 75cl, £8.00

Here’s another wonderful choice for Christmas, a lightly sparkling rosé brimming with notes of summer berries and delicate florals. Crafted from sun-kissed French grapes, it offers vibrant flavour in a beautifully balanced, lighter style. With its gentle sparkle and elegant finish, this modern rosé is perfect for toasting life’s Petit moments.

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