Five Star Gift Ideas

For your cocktail-loving son, there are plenty of meaningful and personal gift options that align with his passion for mixology. Consider the following ideas:

1. Mixology Kit: Invest in a high-quality mixology kit that includes essential tools like a shaker, muddler, strainer, and jigger. This will enhance your son's cocktail-making experience and allow him to experiment with different techniques.

2. Craft Cocktail Recipe Book: Look for a recipe book that focuses on craft cocktails and mixology techniques. This will provide your son with a wide range of recipes to try and help him expand his knowledge of flavors and ingredients.

3. Premium Spirits: Consider getting your son a bottle of premium spirits, such as a top-shelf whiskey or a small-batch gin. These high-quality spirits can be the foundation for creating exceptional cocktails and will allow him to enhance his mixology skills.

4. Cocktail Class or Workshop: Treat your son to a cocktail class or workshop where he can learn from professionals and further develop his mixology skills. Many bars and restaurants offer mixology classes, and this experience will not only be educational but also enjoyable.

5. Customized Barware: Personalize his mixology experience by gifting him with customized barware. Engrave his initials or a special message onto a set of cocktail glasses or a jigger. This small touch will make his cocktail-making moments even more special.

6. Unique Ingredients and Bitters: Surprise your son with a collection of unique ingredients and bitters to enhance his cocktails. Look for artisanal syrups, flavored bitters, or rare liqueurs that he can experiment with and incorporate into his creations.

7. Cocktail Subscription Box: Consider a cocktail subscription box that delivers a curated selection of ingredients, spirits, and recipe cards to his doorstep each month. This will allow him to discover new flavors, experiment with different cocktails, and stay inspired throughout the year.

8. Home Bar Decor: Help your son create a stylish and inviting bar space at home by gifting him with some elegant bar decor. Consider items like a personalized bar sign or artwork that reflects his love for mixology.

9. Mixology Course or Certification: If your son is truly dedicated to his craft, consider enrolling him in a professional mixology course or certification program. This will provide him with a deeper understanding of bartending techniques, flavor combinations, and the history of cocktails.

10. Cocktail-Making Gadgets: There are various gadgets and tools available that can make cocktail-making more fun and efficient. For example, a molecular mixology kit or a smoking gun can add extra flair to his creations and take his mixology skills to the next level.

By selecting a gift that caters to your son's love for mixology, you're showing him that you support his passion and appreciate his unique interests. It's a thoughtful and meaningful way to celebrate his enthusiasm for cocktail-making during the holiday season.

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.”