Five Star Gift Ideas

If your son enjoys experimenting with cocktail recipes, there are several gift ideas that would make his Christmas extra special. Here are some options to consider:

1. Cocktail Recipe Book: To help your son expand his repertoire, gift him a cocktail recipe book. Look for one that offers a variety of drink recipes, from classic cocktails to modern creations. A book with beautiful visuals and detailed instructions will inspire him to try new ingredients and techniques.

2. Mixology Kit: Enhance your son's cocktail-making experience with a quality mixology set. Look for one that includes essential tools like a shaker, jigger, strainer, muddler, and stirring spoon. A set with a sleek design and durable construction will impress your son and contribute to a professional feel in his home bar.

3. Unique Glassware: Help your son elevate his cocktail presentation with unique glassware. Consider gifting him an assortment of glasses specifically designed for different cocktails, such as martini glasses, old-fashioned glasses, and highball glasses. You can also find glassware with personalized engravings or unusual shapes, enhancing the visual appeal of his drink creations.

4. Premium Spirits: Surprise your son with a bottle of high-quality spirits to use in his cocktail experiments. Consider his preferences – whether it's whiskey, gin, rum, or tequila – and opt for a top-rated or specialty brand. If he enjoys a variety of cocktails, you could put together a gift basket with a selection of spirits and liqueurs.

5. Cocktail Ingredients: Help your son stock his home bar by gifting him a collection of cocktail ingredients. Consider essential items like bitters, syrups, fresh herbs, and citrus fruits. You can also add unique ingredients like flavored liqueurs or rare bitters to add an extra dimension to his cocktail creations.

6. Cocktail Subscription Box: If you want to surprise your son throughout the year, consider gifting him a cocktail subscription box. These boxes typically contain a variety of spirits, mixers, and recipe cards delivered monthly or quarterly. It's a gift that keeps on giving and allows him to expand his mixology skills with new recipes and ingredients.

7. Cocktail Classes or Workshops: For an experience-based gift, consider enrolling your son in a cocktail-making class or workshop. Look for local distilleries, bars, or culinary schools that offer mixology courses. Whether it's a beginner's class or an advanced workshop focusing on specific cocktail styles, he'll have the opportunity to learn from experts and interact with other cocktail enthusiasts.

Remember to personalize your gift by considering your son's preferences and style. Whether it's a book on cocktail history, a set of vintage glassware, or a unique bottle of his favorite spirit, a thoughtful gift related to his passion for mixology will make this Christmas memorable.

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.”