The Best Gifts for Cocktail Enthusiasts

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From artisanal spirits to top-of-the-line barware, we've rounded up bartending essentials for anyone who loves a serious cocktail.

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Terrace Bar Cart

Courtesy of West Elm

Set up a picture-perfect cocktail station with this vintage deco piece that pivots along with the party. Terrace Bar Cart, $399 at West Elm

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Classic Blender

Amazon

This blender is essential for whipping up your favorite piña colada or daiquiri recipes, and the shatterproof 60 oz. glass pitcher is also dishwasher safe for easy cleanup. KitchenAid 5-Speed Diamond Blender, $129 at amazon.com

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Bar Tool Set

Courtesy of Pottery Barn

Rack up bar tools like a pro with this compact set including a jigger, strainer, bar spoon and a muddler all on a brass stand. Harrison Bar Tool Set, $69 at Pottery Barn

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Whiskey Decanter

Courtesy of Crate & Barrel

Continue the art deco spree with a crystalline decanter, for all your finest bourbon and whiskey. Elroy Decanter, $50 at Crate & Barrel

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Ice Ball Makers

Courtesy of Amazon

Update your old fashioned with better rocks-- these spherical and jumbo ice cubes will help for stylish sipping. (They can make boozy popsicles for the summer, too). Glacio Silicone Ice Cube Trays, $19 at amazon.com

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Glass Punch Bowl

Courtesy of Crate & Barrel

For cocktails for a crowd, get everyone in on the fun with this punch bowl set. 10 Piece Punch Bowl, $50 at Crate & Barrel

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Modernist Cocktail Recipes

You’ll need medical-grade quinine, but Dave Arnold’s book Liquid Intelligence will teach you how to make a perfect gin and tonic.Liquid Intelligence, $24 at Amazon

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Glass Salt Rimmer

Amazon

Top off your favorite tequila and mezcal cocktails with the perfect salted rim. Tablecraft Glass Rimmer Set, $12 at amazon.com

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Rocky Mountain Whiskey

Tincup is lightly spicy like Kentucky bourbon, with a gentle oakiness. The cap cleverly doubles as a cup. Tin Cup Whiskey, from $29 for 750 ml at tincupwhiskey.com

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Cocktail Gummies

Courtesy of Sugarfina

Seasonal cocktail kits paired with these tasty gummies will satisfy any sweet tooth. Candy Cocktail Kits, $20 at sugarfina.com

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Cocktail Bitters

Courtesy of Uncommon Goods

These small-batch bitters are made with natural ingredients in Queens, New York. Perfect for pairing with any cocktail style. Cocktail Bitters Set, $35 at Uncommon Goods

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Cocktail Shaker Set

Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma

This set makes the ultimate cocktail enthusiast gift, with a walnut wood muddler and a shaker, strainer, and jigger with vintage flair. Crafthouse by Fortessa Cocktail Shaker Set, $100 at Williams-Sonoma

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Cocktail Tribute

Robert Simonson's new book, The Old-Fashioned, is devoted to cocktaildom's ur-drink. It's erudite, entertaining and well stocked with innovative recipes from top bartenders.The Old-Fashioned, $19 at amazon.com

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Urban Bourbon

This Brooklyn-made bourbon, Widow Jane, smells a bit like Thanksgiving dessert: sweet, spicy and fruity. Widow Jane Bourbon, $53 at Drizly

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Olive Serving Bowl

Courtesy of Uncommon Goods

No cocktail bar is complete without a good serving of olives on hand. The pit section swivels so you can empty is as needed. Olive Server & Pit Bowl, $28 at Uncommon Goods

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Metal Straws

Courtesy of Sur la Table

Lean in to the metal straw trend with this festive gold version. Your Collins glasses are calling for it. W&P Porter Reusable Straws, $18 at Sur la Table

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Liquor Infuser Kit

Courtesy of Food52

Become a master of your own mixes and infusions with this game-changing kit. Liquor Infusion Set, from $30 at Food52

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Boozy Herb Book

Cocktail geeks love Amy Stewart's comprehensive but quirky look at the history of booze in The Drunken Botanist. "Every great drink starts with a plant: sake began with a grain of rice and Scotch emerged from barley," she writes.The Drunken Botanist, $13 at amazon.com

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Moscow Mule Copper Mugs

Courtesy of Amazon

The quintessential mug for your Moscow Mule, or experimental mug cocktail of your own. Moscow Mule Copper Mugs (Set of 4), $30 at amazon.com

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Bar Tray

Courtesy of Pottery Barn

A retro mirrored tray will compliment your stocked barware. Dress it up for the holidays or special occasions and impress the guests with your trendy cocktail aesthetic. Bleecker Bar Tray, $79 at Pottery Barn

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Bar Spoon

Sur La Table

Swizzle your cocktails correctly with a key long bar spoon. Crafthouse by Fortessa Bar Spoon, $15 at surlatable.com

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Terrace Bar Cart

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Classic Blender

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Bar Tool Set

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Whiskey Decanter

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Ice Ball Makers

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Glass Punch Bowl

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Modernist Cocktail Recipes

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Glass Salt Rimmer

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Rocky Mountain Whiskey

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Cocktail Gummies

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Cocktail Bitters

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Cocktail Shaker Set

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Cocktail Tribute

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Urban Bourbon

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Olive Serving Bowl

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Metal Straws

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Liquor Infuser Kit

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Boozy Herb Book

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Moscow Mule Copper Mugs

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Bar Tray

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Bar Spoon

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