This Christmas, try not to worry about possibly being visited by three spirits… instead, hope that you’ll find one of these eight great spirits waiting under your Christmas tree for you to open.
Booze Gift Guide
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Maestro Dobel Silver Tequila in Guitar Case
The perfect gift for the rock star (or wannabe rock star) in your life also happens to contains a bottle of Maestro Dobel Silver Tequila. This was designed exclusively by Jane’s Addiction front man Perry Farrell. It pays homage to his rock and roll life and his love for tequila. Not only does it come in a very cool guitar case, the extremely smooth, double distilled silver tequila is a great way to get into tequila. Produced in small batches for unique character and taste profiles, Maestro Dobel proves that tequila isn’t just for shots anymore. - Available nationwide for $41.99.
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Hudson Maple Rye
Hudson was the first whiskey produced in New York State since prohibition. It’s only been the last few years that the boom of craft distilling has made states like New York explode with large numbers of small, craft distilleries. Hudson Whiskey will be releasing a brand new seasonal whiskey for the holidays. This whiskey has the headiness of a classic rye with a hint of spice and maple. It’s perfect neat or mixed into your favorite cocktail. - Available nationwide for $44.99
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Boodles Gin + John Smedley Wool Scarf
Gin is commonly associated with England, specifically London. When I think of London, I always think of it in the wintertime covered in an almost Dickensian small, blanket of snow. In this scenario, the perfect compliment to a fine gin is a warm, wool scarf. Like John Smedley himself, Boodles is the epitome of everything British. - Available for a limited on johnsmedley.com/US for $105
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Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey
One of the State’s first whiskies since prohibition, Stranahan’s Master Distiller Rob Dietrich uses locally grown malted barley and actual Rocky Mountain water to create his whiskey. The whiskey has a cult following in Colorado where fans actually wait in line to purchase their limited edition Snowflake version. Jess Graber, who also created TinCup Whiskey, started Stranahans after helping George Stranahan save his burning barn. After the incident, the pair bonded over their love of whiskey and decided to make their own. - Due to its limited quantities, prices for Stranahan’s vary between $39-$59.
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Monkey Shoulder Whisky
One of the most popular whiskies for American bartenders, Monkey shoulder is the perfect gateway for the scotch novice. Before you try a smoky, Islay scotch, you need to start somewhere. It’s perfect neat or in cocktails and is very approachable. Monkey Shoulder is a blended whisky that is made from a combination of three Speyside single malts. - Available nationwide for $29.99
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Reyka Vodka
Distilled at Iceland’s first distillery, this pride of the land of fire and ice is distilled by an actual descendant of the Vikings. In a country that touts an overall population barely larger than Buffalo (around 300,000), Reyka is one of their most exciting exports. The use of glacial spring water and filtration through volcanic rocks gives Reyka a crisp, clean taste not found in other vodkas. - Available nationwide for $21.99
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1800 Milenio
You might know 1800 Tequila from their TV commercials featuring Michael Imperioli (Christopher Maltisonti from The Sopranos among other roles) explaining that if you turn the bottle over, the tequila pretty much pours itself. 1800 is more than just gimmicky bottles, though. This limited edition tequila was originally produced in very limited quantities in 2000. This is just the second edition of 1800’s super-premium tequila. This tequila made from Blue Weber Agave goes through a longer aging process prior to extra maturation in French oak cognac barrels. - Available nationwide for $125
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Sailor Jerry Rum
Norman Collins was the original American badass. His Tattoo Parlor in Hawaii became a hangout for locals, sailors and as a destination for those looking to get inked by this iconic artist. He is well-known for creating a style of tattooing that is mimicked by thousands of tattoo artists throughout the country. This is the perfect rum for those who have aspirations of being a modern day pirate and anyone who enjoys a smooth rum that somehow still clocks in at 92 proof. - Available nationwide for $24.99
