Whether you’ve got a long list of presents to buy, or are simply looking for something special to brighten your own day, these hand-picked gifts are sure to please. Our 2020 favorites include items for those who are new to wine and beer, longtime collectors, aspiring home bartenders and more.
Here, our top picks for 2020 gifts.
Chocolate / Food to Pair with Wine
One of the best aspects about drinking wine is pairing it with food. So, next time you pour a glass, make sure you have something to enjoy with it in your glass. Petits Noirs offers everything from savory biscuits to chocolate salami, and is sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
$10–$14 Petits NoirsCoin Purse
We could all use a little help keeping important belongings like credit cards and keys organized, and this nifty little coin person gets the job done beautifully. Crafted in wine country, this cotton bag is available in a host of different designs and fits perfectly inside a pocket or handbag.
$12 Olive and PoppyWine-O’s Round
Who hasn’t had the awkward experience of picking up the wrong glass at a party and taking a sip? Fortunately, Wine-O’s Round are here to make sure that never happens again. Naturally stain-resistant and sustainably created, these wool charms slip easily onto either the stem or rim of your wine glass. Plus, they come in many colors, adding a touch of style to your glassware.
$19 AmazonWoodford Reserve Bourbon Cherries and Bitters
Woodford Reserve has been crafting spirits since the 1800s, so it was only a matter of time before the brand turned its expertise to cocktails. You can add some extra flair to your next Manhattan with Woodford Reserve’s own cherries for a garnish. And if you’re looking to get inventive with your drinks, check out Woodford’s variety pack of bitters, which includes a large array of flavors that are all tested in the distillery’s tasting room.
$20–$50 Woodford Reserve
Sangria Spice Blend
To make restaurant-quality Sangria at home, make sure you have these spices on hand. In the jar, you’ll find cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice and star anise. All you need to do is add them to your own house recipe (or follow the one included with the mix), and let it chill overnight. The next day, you’ll have three gallons of fresh and flavorful sangria ready to serve.
$20 UncommonGoodsFig & Musk - Wine Bottle Candle
The eco-conscious wine lover in your life will love these candles made from empty wine bottles from local restaurants. Each bottle contains soy wax, which ensures a long burn. You can also give this gift an extra touch by personalizing the label. And when the candle eventually does burn out, you can repurpose the base.
$20 AmazonMeehan's Mixology Spoons
For home bartenders with a passion for precision, this sleek mixology set has six spoons ranging from ¼ teaspoon to 1 tablespoon. All attached on a ring, so you don’t have to worry about misplacing them.
$25 Cocktail Kingdom1pt Liquor Infusion Set
Need a gift for the DIY cocktail enthusiast in your life? Then check out this liquor infusion set. In the kit you’ll find a 375-ml glass bottle, a stainless-steel infusion basket and more. Once you have your flavor picked out, simply add it to the infusion basket, pour in your spirit of choice and, a few short hours later, you’ll be sipping your custom-infused beverage.
$30–$170 Food52Craft Beer Lover's Candy
Candy and craft beer lovers, rejoice! Hilliards has created the ultimate treat by combing the two. Flavored with beer from local breweries like Shovel Town, these award-winning candies will definitely have you coming back for a second round.
$32 Hilliards ChocolateBonded Leather Wine Tasting Journal
Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned collector or someone new to wine, this Italian-leather-bound volume is a beautiful way to celebrate personal connections to bottles. Its 155 creamy pages have spaces to save their most memorable labels, jot down tasting notes and more.
$35 Food52Lyre’s Spiced Cane Non-Alcoholic Spirits
Even if you’re not drinking alcohol this holiday season, you should still get to toast with something special in your glass. That’s where Lyre’s non-alcoholic spirits come in. This bottle has everything you love about rum minus the alcohol. It’s perfect for mixing into drinks like Espresso Martinis and highball-style drinks.
$36 Lyre'sGreer Decanter
Whether you’re letting wine breathe, storing a liquor, or serving up something delicious, make sure you do so in style with this decanter. To complete the look, consider picking up the set of four matching glasses.
$38 AnthropologieFantastic Fox Corkscrew
Not only is this stainless-steel corkscrew adorably designed, but it’s also practical. Along with the integrated bottle opener, this corkscrew has a small knife to remove foil and an easy-to-grip handle.
$48 Macy'sWine Enthusiast Stag Horn Executive Corkscrew
Form meets function in this elegant kitchen accessory made from naturally shed stag horn. It can also be customized with your or your favorite wine lover’s initials.
$55–$65 Wine EnthusiastLast Updated: May 9, 2023