There are less than eight days until Christmas.
On top of everything else we already have to do in December, there’s all that last minute gift shopping.
The pressure to get a thoughtful gift when you’re already pressed for time is real.
Here are some quality tipples and some award-winning affordable booze options- guaranteed to please the fussiest of family members and friends this Christmas and hey, if they’re not into it you’ll still win, because you’ll have some festive spirits on hand.
Hendrick’s Gin – Curious, yet Marvellous
Hendrick’s Gin is infused with the curious, yet marvellous, essences of rose and cucumber, delectably supported by no less than 11 botanicals from the four corners of the world.
RRP $75. Suggested serve: Tonic water, ice and a thin slice of cucumber
Monkey Shoulder – Triple Malt Whisky
For that special someone who prides themselves on the reimagining the dull and conventional, Monkey Shoulder will be right up their alley. Monkey Shoulder can be enjoyed almost any way – whether it is neat, on the rocks, with a mixer, or as the base to a plethora of classic and signature cocktails.
RRP $55. Suggested Serve: Neat, over ice or with your favourite mixer
Tamova Vodka
winner of the Spirits International Prestige Awards 2017 – Gold Medal and Consumers’ Choice Award
700ml $27.99, available at ALDI
Storm Brewing Co
Winner of the Australian International Beer Awards 2017 – Gold Medal and Major Trophy.
24pk $34.99/6pk $8.99 available at ALDI
O’Donnells Irish Cream
Winner of the Spirits International Prestige Awards 2017 – Gold Medal + Consumers’ Choice Award
700ml $12.89, available at ALDI
Drambuie – Exquisite Blend
Dating back to the daily elixir of Bonnie Prince Charlie in the 18th century, Drambuie is a secret recipe, handed down for over 250 years, shrouded by mystery, steeped in an enigma. It is an exquisite blend of aged Scotch whisky and a secret combination of heather honey, herbs & spices. In short, it tastes like Drambuie, there’s really nothing like it.
RRP: $59.99. Suggested Serve: Neat or over ice or a Rusty Nail
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old – World’s Most Awarded
If you are looking to please, you can’t go past the world’s most awarded single malt, Glenfiddich. This world class whisky is widely proclaimed as the best dram in the valley.
RRP $70. Suggested Serve: Neat or over ice
South Point Rose 2017
Winner of the 2018 Sydney International Wine Competition – Gold; 2017 Royal Queensland Wine Show – Bronze; 2017 Riverina Wine Show – Bronze.
This is one mighty fine Rose!
$4.99, available at Aldi
Glenfiddich IPA Experiment – A World First
The IPA Experiment is a recent addition to the Glenfiddich range, which is the world’s most awarded single malt. The IPA Experiment combines the flavours of scotch and hops which is a world first. This whisky is bold but definitely sparks a challenge to those who seek it.
RRP $130. Suggested Serve: Neat or over ice
Glenfiddich Project XX – Truly Unique
This liquid is the perfect gift for those who are a catalyst by nature, and whose presence echoes prestige and esteem. When 20 of the whisky industry’s most exceptional minds came together, they channelled their knowledge and developed one of Glenfiddich’s truly unique whiskies, Project XX.
RRP $140. Suggested Serve: Neat or over ice
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