Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who enjoys experimenting with mixology and cocktail creation, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that can enhance his passion and creativity in this field. Here are a few suggestions:

1. Cocktail Making Kit: Provide him with a comprehensive cocktail making kit that includes essential tools such as a shaker, jigger, muddler, strainer, and mixing spoons. This will give him the necessary tools to experiment with a variety of cocktails at home.

2. Mixology Recipe Book: A mixology recipe book will not only provide your son with countless recipes to try, but it can also serve as a source of inspiration for him to create his own unique cocktails. Look for books that cover a wide range of cocktails, from classics to modern interpretations.

3. Unique Ingredients and Flavors: Help him broaden his mixology skills by gifting him a selection of unique and high-quality ingredients and flavors. This could include artisanal bitters, specialty syrups, uncommon liqueurs, and interesting mixers. These ingredients will add depth and complexity to his cocktails and inspire him to create new flavors.

4. Craft Spirits: Consider gifting him a selection of high-quality craft spirits from local distilleries or those with unique flavor profiles. This will give him the opportunity to experiment with different spirits and explore their nuances in his cocktail creations.

5. Mixology Classes or Workshops: Search for mixology classes or workshops in your area and surprise your son with an experience where he can learn from professional mixologists. These classes often cover various techniques, flavor combinations, and cocktail histories, which can help your son enhance his skills and knowledge in the field.

6. Customized Barware: Personalize his mixology experience by gifting him customized barware, such as engraved cocktail glasses, a monogrammed mixing glass, or a personalized bartender kit. These personalized items will remind him of your support for his passion every time he creates a cocktail.

7. Cocktail Subscription Box: Consider a subscription to a cocktail-themed monthly box that delivers new and exciting ingredients, recipes, and tools directly to his doorstep. This subscription will expose him to a wide variety of flavors and provide him with ongoing inspiration for his cocktail experiments.

Remember, the most meaningful gift is one that aligns with his interests and passions. By choosing a gift that supports and encourages his love for mixology and cocktail creation, you are not only providing him with a thoughtful present but also showing him that you support his hobbies and want to nurture his skills in this field.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”