Style Guide – Crafted Taste Cocktails
Trying to find a present for that person who always inspires gift-giving brain freeze? When generic stand-bys won’t cut it, consider opting for our unique, experience-based alternative. We’ve created our first ever Style Guide to help you find a cocktail kit suited to your loved ones’ special tastes and personality.

 

Cocktail Gifts for the Party Animal

Party Animal

Known for his fun-loving and inclusive nature, this extrovert always finds a reason to celebrate. He throws elaborate extravaganzas to bring people together, especially on holidays. This selection accompanies specific occasions: Cinco de Mayo, Mardi Gras, St. Patrick’s Day, Kentucky Derby, and Independence Day. Our kits can handle the Party Animal’s lengthy guest list, serving at least 12 and usually 16+ drinks. By contrast, most of our peer offerings are comprised of mini bottles serving 2-4.

Mezcal Julep
Basic B Bloody Mary
Classic Marg
Sazerac
Wild Rover
Mint Julep
Moscow Mule
Smash Bash

 

Cocktail Gifts for those that Love Christmas

Santa’s Little Helper

Already sipping egg nog in October, Santa's Little Helper never complains about ‘holiday creep.' She strings lights up the day after (or on) thanksgiving and her Christmas tree is always on point. Make the most of the holidays and give her a way to keep the spirit going.

Mulled Gin Fizz
St. Snowfall & Lusty Lady
Salted Caramel Apple Sour
Hudson Highland Cup

 


Cocktail Gifts for the Island Dreamer

Island Dreamer

Why choose between wanderlust and the real world? The Island Dreamer appreciates relaxing escapes more than most. He can be found flipping through Condé Nast Traveler or customizing his screensaver with old vacation snapshots. Infusing a summery spirit into dreary winter months, our tropical kits are the best way to satisfy his exotic tastes. Short of booking a flight to Fiji.

Rum Fancy
Mezcal Julep
Winter Tiki
Disco Sour
Mojito
Mai Tai
Classic Margarita
Blood Orange Habanero
Cucumber Jalapeno Marg

 

 

Cocktail Gifts for Spice Lovers

Fire-Breather

Possessing an unquenchable zest for life, the Fire-Breather isn’t afraid of a little spice. She abides by Oscar Wilde’s mantra: Everything in moderation, even moderation. The Fire-Breather worshipped sriracha before it was cool. But if you’re tempted to pick up a few bottles of ubiquitous hot sauce, remember: she loathes bandwagons and values originality.

Cucumber Jalapeno Marg
Mezcal Julep
Basic B Bloody Mary
Seven Spice Sour
Blood Orange Habanero

 


Cocktail Gifts for the Vintage Lover

Vintage Lover

Like clothing, people, and heartbreak, most things get better with time. You can find the Vintage Lover re-arranging his vinyl collection or searching for ephemera on eBay. These concoctions exude character and a vintage quality that doesn’t require a trip to the thrift store.

Rum Fancy
Penicillin & Rob Roy
Aged Manhattan
Old Dutchman
Sazerac

 

Cocktail Gifts for the Romantic

The Romantic

This type appreciates classic literature, soft lighting schemes, and handwritten notes. Delicate by nature and somewhat shy, the Romantic embodies F. Scott Fitzgerald’s characterization: “She achieved the elusiveness that gives hidden significance to the least significant remarks.” Despite her intimidatingly impeccable taste and tendency to notice everything, the solution is simple. A thoughtful, personalized gift always wins the day.

Frosé Mule
Gin Swizzle Twist
Juliet & Romeo
St. Snowfall & Lusty Lady
Cosmopolitan
Cherry Almond Fizz
Moscow Mule
Professional Bar Tools

 


Cocktail Gifts for the East Asian Enthusiast

East Asia Enthusiast

We curate from top bars around the world, and these Japanese creations are worth the jet lag. Thankfully, you can avoid the hassle and send these delicious libations right to the Enthusiast’s door.

Yakuza Old Fashioned
Seven Spice Sour

 

Cocktail Gifts for the Protagonist

The Protagonist

This type is magnetically charming. The Protagonist has an affinity for jazz, pocket squares, well-delivered witticisms, and late nights with smoky drinks in smokier rooms. He projects the rare poise, grace, and humble confidence of someone embracing - not manufacturing - his leading man status. This quintessential gentleman is classically handsome and imminently likeable, with a sensitivity that suggests hidden depths worth exploring. The Protagonist shares Don Draper’s multi-layered worldliness, effect on women, and preference for Old Fashioneds.

Classic Old Fashioned
Yakuza Old Fashioned
Wild Rover

 


Cocktail Gifts for the Southern Belle

Southern Belle

If your special someone is a Southerner (or Southern at heart), we’ve got you covered. These cocktails will transport your Belle or Gentleman to the days of outdoor barbecues, seersucker, and sundresses. The Kentucky Derby may be five months away, but it’s never too early to lock down a world-class signature beverage for the annual soiree.

Frosé Mule
Rum Fancy
Basic B Bloody Mary
Mint Julep
Moscow Mule
Amaretto Sour
Mojito

 

Cocktail Gifts for the Traditionalist

Traditionalist

Just the classics, please. This type is impervious to trends and exudes the old-world elegance of black-and-white movies. Traditionalists recognize the inherent luxury of well-crafted staples when choosing clothing, cuisine, and - yes - cocktails. If you’re shopping for the James Bond or Audrey Hepburn in your life, look no further.

Classic Old Fashioned
Classic Manhattan
Martini
Professional Bar Tools

 


Cocktail Gifts for the Sick and Stressed

Survivor

Know someone who needs TLC after some arduous months? Our comforting antidotes are terrific for anyone currently enduring stress, seasonal sniffles, or general malaise. 2016 was rough on the Survivor, but the New Year is almost here. Cheers to light at the end of the tunnel!

Basic B Bloody Mary
Spiced Hot Toddy
Star Superior & Hot Toddy
Penicillin & Rob Roy

 

Cocktail Gifts for the Marathoner

Marathoner

These low-alcohol cocktails are for the guy who paces himself over a night of drinking. This type views parties as marathons not sprints. Maybe he’s in training for an actual race. With these kits, the Marathoner can join the fun without compromising taste or fearing a hangover.

Seven Spice Sour
Milk Thistle Spritz
Moscow Mule

 


Cocktail Gifts for the Urbanite

Urbanite

Recreate a swanky New York bar from the comfort of home. With these cocktails, the Urbanite can unwind with easy decadence at the end of a long workday or host themed viewing parties (think: Mad Men, Sex & the City, anything from Woody Allen’s oeuvre). Just pour these year-round favorites, break out the h’orderves, and press play.

Frosé Mule
Sazerac
Milk Thistle Spritz
Juliet & Romeo
Seven Spice Sour
Cosmopolitan
Classic Manhattan
Professional Bar Tools

 

Cocktail Gifts for the Artist

Artist

Long before the first sip, our kits appeal to the Artist’s keen eye for aesthetic beauty and thoughtful presentation. She will relish the ceremony of unwrapping the gorgeous packaging and then mixing delightfully vibrant drinks.

Frosé Mule
Gin Swizzle Twist
Winter Tiki
Disco Sour
Milk Thistle Spritz
Smash Bash
Mulled Gin Fizz
Mojito
Cherry Almond Fizz

 


Cocktail Gifts for the Caffeine Junkie

Caffeine Junkie

Know someone that needs a caffeine fix constantly? Help your Caffeine Junkie ease the transition to cocktail hour with cocktails featuring coffee and tea. 

Gin Swizzle Twist
Star Superior
Wild Rover

 

Cocktail Gifts for the Fruit Fanatic

Fruit Fanatic

Her colorful personality matches the fresh fruits she loves to eat and drink. These cocktails offer a way to satisfy a natural sweet tooth and enjoy Nature's bounty, with more sophistication than a trip to the grocery store.

Rum Fancy
Gin Swizzle Twist
Winter Tiki
Hudson Highland Cup
Salted Caramel Apple Sour
Blood Orange Habanero Marg
St. Snowfall & Lusty Lady
Cherry Almond Fizz
Smash Bash

 

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