Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom who enjoys experimenting with mixology and craft cocktails, there are several thoughtful and meaningful gift ideas that will enhance her passion and bring a smile to her face on her birthday.

1. Mixology Kit: Consider gifting her a high-quality mixology kit that includes essential tools like a cocktail shaker, muddler, strainer, jigger, and a mixing spoon. This will provide her with all the necessary equipment to craft her own cocktails with precision and style.

2. Drink Recipe Book: A unique and personalized drink recipe book can be a great gift idea. Look for a book that features a variety of cocktail recipes, including classics and innovative creations. You could even make it extra special by adding in some of her own favorite recipes or leaving some blank pages for her to document her own concoctions.

3. Premium Spirits: Surprise your mom with a bottle of her favorite premium spirit. Whether it's a high-quality gin, whiskey, or tequila, choose something she enjoys or has been wanting to try. By adding a personalized note, you can make the gift even more meaningful.

4. Craft Cocktail Subscription Service: Consider signing her up for a craft cocktail subscription service. These services provide monthly boxes with curated ingredients, recipes, and tips to create unique, artisanal cocktails at home. This will give your mom the opportunity to discover new flavors, techniques, and trends in mixology.

5. Cocktail Glassware Set: Upgrade her drinkware collection with a set of elegant and unique cocktail glasses. Look for glasses that showcase her style and personality, whether it's vintage-inspired martini glasses, stylish copper mule mugs, or delicate coupes. Opt for a set that matches her favorite cocktail choices.

6. Mixology Classes or Workshops: Treat her to mixology classes or workshops where she can learn from professionals in the field. Look for local distilleries, bars, or culinary schools that offer hands-on experiences. This gift will allow her to further develop her skills and knowledge, and she may even discover new techniques and flavor combinations.

7. Homemade Infused Ingredients: If your mom enjoys experimenting, why not give her a selection of homemade infused ingredients? These can include infused simple syrups, flavored bitters, or fruit-infused spirits. You can personalize the flavors based on her preferences, such as lavender-infused syrup or spicy jalapeno bitters.

Remember, the most important element of any gift is the thought and effort put into it. Consider your mom's preferences, style, and interests, and choose a gift that will not only support her passion for mixology but also show her how much you appreciate her.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”