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Most Practical Whiskey Gift
Corkcicle Whiskey Wedge Glass
For anyone picky about their ice-to-whiskey ratio, this wedge-shaped ice mold and double Old Fashioned glass will give them something to think about.
Best Whiskey Club
Spirits Subscription
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Why pick one present? A Flaviar membership introduces them to a digital whiskey-drinking club, with access to bottles and tastings, special whiskey releases, member events, and more.
Best Pre-Made Whiskey Cocktail
Via Carota Craft Cocktails Old Fashioned
Sometimes, the best gift you can give them is a recipe to replicate. You could take them to Via Carota or Bar Pisellino in New York's West Village, or you can save a few bucks and order some pre-made cocktails from the minds behind those bars. If you're questioning how good a ready-made cocktail can be, the answer is, "Good enough to win an Esquire Spirits Award."
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Most Fun Decanter and Glasses
Whiskey Peaks Mountain Decanter + 4 Whiskey Glasses
I got my brother this set a while back, and it's one of his prized possessions. If they're any sort of outdoors-person, this decanter and glasses set is the perfect gift.
Best Bitters Tasting Set
Honest John Bitters Sampler Set
A suite of bitters tasters to get them out of their Angostura comfort zone.
Best Scotch to Gift
Glenglassaugh 12 Year Old
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Best Japanese Whiskey to Gift
Suntory Whisky Yamazaki 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky
A great Japanese whisky, as rare and sought-after as they've become, isn't exactly easy to track down. So do your giftee a solid and score a bottle of Yamazaki 12, a quintessential Japanese offering that makes a long-lasting impression.
BEST FOR THE FULL WHISKEY EXPERIENCE
Uncommon Goods Pocket Whisky Water Dropper
The correct way to drink whisky is with a few drops of water to unlock the fullest flavor. These little pipettes do the perfect job, and the Harris Tweed carry pouches look great on any bar.
Best Whiskey Tumbler
Norlan Glass Rauk Heavy Whiskey Tumbler
Sure, this Norlan glass looks cool as hell. But it's also carefully crafted for drinking chilled whiskey right. A win-win.
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Best for Whiskey Lovers with a Sweet Tooth
Dalmore Scotch-Infused Chocolate Collection
The essence of Dalmore Scotch whisky is used to flavor these decadent truffles. Two vices, satisfied in one box.
Best Book for Whiskey Lovers
By Sean Muldoon, Jack McGarry, Jillian Vose "The Dead Rabbit Mixology & Mayhem"
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The Dead Rabbit is a world-renowned bar hiding in downtown Manhattan, with an ethos built on the lore of Irish gangsters and Irish whiskey. Its cocktail recipe book is full of utterly astounding cocktails, as well as a nefarious tale of blood and revenge (and drinking) told in graphic novel form. You have to read it to believe it.
Best Decanter Gift
Ralph Lauren Home Hudson Plaid Decanter
A beautiful decanter to showcase and preserve whatever they happen to be sipping on at the moment.
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For the Anytime Bartender
Aged & Infused Traveling Bar Cart
They'll never be without their beloved tools.
Best Pewter Flask to Gift
English Pewter Company Hip Flask
A pewter hip flask is as classic of a gift as you'll find. This one from English Pewter Company—which is from the pewter capital of England, Sheffield—is the best version you'll find now. You get a beautiful leather case and a cap you can't lose. Take it to a jeweler to get it engraved for a special touch.
Best Whiskey Candle
Ranger Station Old Fashioned Candle
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Best Bourbon to Gift
Pinhook Collaboration Series 2
An Esquire Spirit Award winning bottle that'll make them think. It's not an outrageously priced bottle, nor is it difficult to find at a liquor store. If you need something quick, this is a great shout.
A Great Finished Bourbon
Angel's Envy Port Finished Bourbon
Angel's Envy brought mainstream attention to finished bourbon. Even though a bunch of distillers are finish liquid in a variety of casks now, there's still something so special about putting bourbon in port casks. The result is perfect for sipping, without being super challenging like the whiskies from across the pond.
Best Educational Whiskey Gift
Graphic Image 'World Whiskey'
This gorgeous, leather-bound guidebook serves as an encyclopedia to 700 of the most interesting whiskey makers in the world, from Scotland to Japan to Australia.
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Best Flask to Gift
Clayton & Crume The Original Glass Flask
There's some evidence that metal flasks can actually change the taste of your spirt. Not sure about the science on that, but what we do know: This shatterproof glass flask with a leather wrap looks a million times better than anything else out there.
Best Whiskey Ice Cube
Uncommon Goods Ancient Rocks Prehistoric Whiskey Stones
For those who like their drink ... on the rocks. (Sorry!) These ice cube replacements will give them the temperature, without watering down their drink.
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