Spirits are a simple, no-nonsense gift for the significant people in your life. Especially during the holiday season, when you can be sure your present will be enjoyed by the recipient and their close circle. The question is which spirit  and what brand? Depending on the role they play in your life, we offer suggestions from some of our favorite brands. Cognac, Whisky, Champagne, Tequila, Wine, Rum, Bourbon, even Moonshine! Take your pick.

THE BEST
These are our top of the line selections.

Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 1999
Grand Vintage Collection 1999 is Moët & Chandon’s 66th vintage since 1842. The wine’s maturity is evident in the warm notes of wax, cake and cashew nut and scents of the fall harvest. On the palate, one is immediately charmed by the sensation of power and roundness, an affirmation of radiant, fleshy, expansive fruitiness. The generous flavour expands into notes of dates and honey, evolving toward a finish with a savoury bittersweet hint of coffee.
MSRP $140.

Johnnie Walker Blue Label
The ultimate luxury and rare Scotch whisky blend with a remarkable smooth taste makes the perfect gift for someone special at the top of your list. Make your gift extra special with complimentary custom engraving.
MSRP: $225

Zacapa XO
This deep, rich Guatemalan sipping spirit boasts a complex variety of flavors that include both sweetness and spice alongside dark cherry, chocolate and dried fruits. The varied palate of this intricate rum makes it a favorite among gourmet chefs and foodies who delight in pairing it with a wide variety of dishes, particularly desserts.
MSRP: $99

Facundo Paraíso
For the ultimate rum lover. Paraiso features a unique blend of Bacardi’s finest and most distinguished rums in the private Bacardi Family Reserves, individually filtered over activated carbon before aging. After aging, Paraiso rums are married in French casks. Paraiso is best poured into a snifter, served neat and sipped slowly. Aged up to 23 years.
MSRP: $250.

DELEÓN LEÓNA
Selected from our private reserve, this exceptional tequila is aged in robust American Oak, and then rested for more than a year in the finest French Sauternes casks. The result is a deep amber color with notes of fresh fruit, warm cinnamon and an elegant sweet brown spice finish.
MSRP: $850

DELEÓN EXTRA AÑEJO
Aged for at least 36 months in American White Oak barrels then bottled at 108 proof, this cask-strength Extra Añejo
features a full-bodied taste packed with oak, toasted almond, light agave notes and a sweet vanilla finish.
MSRP: $350

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COGNAC

Hennessy Privilege V.S.O.P. Cognac
Originally created for the future King George IV, Hennessy Privilege V.S.O.P. Cognac is a royal blend available to everyone. Subtle and sweet tones that work with the spicier hints of cinnamon and cloves. The finish is smooth, filled with honey and the occasional spice. The cognac is cured in oak barrels with most of the tannin removed for a smoother product.
MSRP $95.

Caractere
After 300 years Martell has crafted a singular spirit created to appeal to sophisticated Hispanic cognac drinkers. With the introduction of Martell’s Caractère the hombre latino has a blend to call our own. Possessing the style, elegance, tenacity and touch of class found in the Martell brand, this new entry is destined to capture a strong share of the Latin market.
MSRP $34.99

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WHISKY

Buchanan’s De Luxe
For all those rumbero friends who like to enjoy a good whisky while having fun, Buchanan’s De Luxe’s smoky flavor with hints of citrus fruits is a soft blend that has gained the hearts of many!
MSRP: $31

Chivas 12 ‘Made for Gentlemen’ by Bremont Limited Edition Gift Box Set
Chivas partnered up with award-winning British watch company Bremont to design the latest ‘Made for Gentlemen’ limited edition tin can. This gift tin houses a bottle of Chivas 12 blended Scotch whisky and boldly features a sleek design showcasing deconstructed watch elements symbolizing the elegant and complex engineering of Bremont timepieces.
MSRP $29.99 – $31.99.

DEWAR’S 15
A rare blend of carefully selected single malts and grain whiskies. This 15 year aged blended whisky is not only a new marque for the brand, but is also one of the only 15 year aged blended whiskies available in the US.
Matured in sherry and bourbon casks and, once blended, put back into specially selected oak casks to marry for greater smoothness and a longer, lingering finish.
MSRP $45.00

Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve
Celebrate special moments with this bottle of Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve. A rich blend of
 luxurious whiskies is the perfect gift for someone equally unique.
MSRP: $87

Ardbeg Ten Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Established in 1815 and known as the ‘Ultimate Islay Malt Whisky,’ Ardbeg is revered by connoisseurs around the world as the peatiest, smokiest and most complex of all the Islay malts.
Voted ‘Scotch Whisky of the Year’ three years in a row and was awarded ‘World’s Best Single Malt’, ‘Best Islay Single Malt’ and the ‘Global Icon Visitor Centre Manager of the Year’ at the World Whisky Awards 2013.
MSRP $47.99

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BOURBON

From Jim Beam’s brand new Single Barrel bourbon to the newest editions to the Signature Craft Collection and Jim Beam’s new Harvest Bourbon Collection, the newest premium variants make great holiday gifts.

Jim Beam Signature Craft 12-Year
The first ultra-premium spirit from the world’s #1 bourbon. 12 Year, is a hand crafted bourbon that carries notes of caramel, deep vanilla and oak.
MSRP $39.99

Jim Beam Signature Craft Harvest Bourbon Collection
A series of six-hand crafted ultra-premium bourbons that celebrate the distinctive tastes imparted by the distillation of different grains. More than 11 years of aging brings out the nuances of these unique ingredients to create some of the rarest, most unique whiskey expressions to leave the Jim Beam rackhouse.
MSRP $49.99

Jim Beam Single Barrel
Master distillers carefully select each barrel by hand – less than one percent are chosen for Jim Beam Single Barrel – ensuring the highest quality and craft. No two barrels are the same, and each is individually bottled, labeled and hand-numbered so that its heritage is unquestionable.
MSRP $34.99

Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve
A carefully hand selected, barrel-by-barrel, to bring a robust, mature flavor. Aged 9 years, this expression possesses the darkest and deepest amber and henna color offering vanilla and caramel notes and a slightly smoky finish – perfect for easy-going sipping.
MSRP 29.99
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TEQUILA

DELEÓN Platinum Tequila
Un-aged and unrivaled in finish, this is a provocative Blanco with a rich, complex agave honey that is slow-fermented and twice-distilled. Platinum has a remarkable smoothness and retains its depth of character.
MSRP $60.00

Don Julio 70 Añejo Claro
This truly unique spirit that redefined the silver tequila category is perfect for those who like to be on the know and are always looking for the trendiest spots. Enjoy it neat or on the rocks or mix it up in a classic Old Fashioned.
MSRP: $54

Don Julio 1942
This celebrity-adored sipping tequila is the perfect gift for those who like to enjoy a good tequila. 1942 is meant to be enjoyed neat or on the rocks to fully appreciate its flavors.
MSRP: $125.

Herradura Reposado Tequila
Crafted using the most mature blue agave and artisanal methods. Distilled twice and aged to perfection in American white oak barrels. Casa Herradura is one of Mexico’s most historic and renowned tequila producers having been hand harvesting, handcrafting and estate bottling fine tequilas since 1870.
MSRP: $49.99

Hornitos Black Barrel
A groundbreaking new spirit that that is triple aged to create a uniquely complex tequila with whiskey characteristics. The newest premium offering from Hornitos is a spirit unlike anything else in the tequila category. Best on the rocks or neat, it is also a perfect blend for a unique tequila cocktail.
MSRP of $29.99.

Jenni Rivera La Gran SeñoraTequila
Anyone who loves Mexican music and Jenni Rivera would be thrilled to receive La Gran Señora Tequila. Developed by the popular Mexican-American Singer-Songwriter. The tequila was an idea of Jenni Rivera to compete with the Don’s of the tequila world, just as she did in her music.
Variations MSRP: Blanco ($39) Reposado ($45.99) Añejo ($49.99)

MAESTRO DOBEL TEQUILA
If you’ve got a passion for tequila, you can’t do much better than Maestro Dobel Tequila ($75). This hand-crafted tequila is the first-ever diamond-clear tequila, thanks to a proprietary blending and filtration technique. Made from hand-selected agave (picked from the volcanic lowlands of the Jalisco region), Maestro Dobel is actually the combination of three different aged tequilas — Reposado (rested 15 months), Anejo (rested 24 months), and Extra-Anejo (rested for 36 months). For a special feel, each sleek, metallic-bottomed bottle is filled and labeled by hand and then individually numbered.
MSRP $75.

Sauza 901
Perfect for any occasion, this is a super premium tequila and collaborative effort between Sauza Tequila and singer, actor and entrepreneur Justin Timberlake. The co-branded spirit blends the creativity and one-of-a-kind personality of its founder with the quality and history of iconic Sauza Tequila to create a super smooth, triple distilled spirit.
MSRP $29.99

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VODKA

Absolut Elyx
The new expression from Absolut. Elyx is distilled from Swedish winter wheat sourced from the Råbelöf Castle in Sweden, that has been growing wheat since the 1400s. The vodka was distilled manually in a 1920s copper still, offering a silky texture and blended to 42.3% ABV for an ideal taste. Round, soft, creamy, and textural. With a rich and silky taste, Absolut Elyx is the most delectable, distilled vodka adorned in a beautifully designed copper and glass bottle.
MSRP $49.99

CIROC Ultra Premium Vodka
Made from Fine French grapes, which are distilled five times, providing a crisp, clean taste and citrus nose. In October 2007, DIAGEO- the world’s largest spirits, wine and beer company- entered into a strategic alliance with entertainment entrepreneur Sean “Diddy” Combs. The infused Vodka flavors in the portfolio to date include CIROC RED BERRY, CIROC COCONUT, CIROC PEACH, CIROC AMARETTO and CIROC PINEAPPLE.
MSRP: $33.99

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Especially For Her

Skinnygirl Wines

· Skinnygirl Chardonnay –
A complex combination of white peach, French oak vanilla, and orange blossoms with a light finish that balances the rich flavors
MSRP: $11.99

· Skinnygirl Pinot Grigio –
Offers rich aromas of tropical fruit balanced with a hint of natural grape sweetness for an intensity of rich, crisp flavors
MSRP: $11.99

· Skinnygirl Cabernet Sauvignon–
Presents bright aromas of dark berries with a touch of warm chocolate
MSRP: $11.99

Baileys Chocolate Cherry
With hints of luscious chocolate and bold cherry, perfect for the holidays. Makes for stylish shots.
MSRP: $21

Sauza Sparkling Margaritas
The first-ever sparkling margarita comes in four delicious ready-to-serve flavors- Original Lime, Wild Berry, Mango Peach and Watermelon
MSRP: $12.99

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RUM

The FACUNDO Rum Collection is comprised of the rarest and most exquisite, extraordinary rums sourced from the Bacardi Family Private Reserves. Connoisseurs everywhere can share in this revered tradition as luxury rum is elevated to an art form. The limited edition decanter-like bottles are handmade and hand sealed and inspired by Cuba’s Golden age.

NEO
For today’s modern, sophisticated man. Worldly and charismatic, this man knows that when he drinks NEO, one of the oldest, light rums available on the market today, he is discovering something special. Sipped neat, on the rocks, or to upgrade your classic rum cocktail. Aged up to 8 years.
MSRP $45.

Eximo
For the risk taker, the only rum in the collection that is blended before aging. Eximo is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks. Aged up to 10 years.
MSRP $60

Exquisito
Smooth and rich; the award-winning Exquisito celebrates the best of Bacardi rums, marrying 7 year and 23 years old rums that are finished in sherry oak casks. Exquisito should be served neat or poured over a sphere of ice. Aged up to 23 years.
MSRP $120.00

Zacapa Rum 23
A barrel-aged brown spirit, handcrafted in Guatemala, Zacapa Rum is well respected by mixologists and chefs for its complex flavor profile making it a unique gift for all the trendsetters and rum aficionados out there.
MSRP: $45

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WINES

From Napa Valley, CA

Chateau St. Jean Bijou Chardonnay
Looking for the perfect Chardonnay that isn’t too “oaky” or “buttery”? The newly launched, crisp and elegant Chateau St. Jean Bijou Chardonnay is sure to please at your next holiday cocktail party or dinner.
MSRP $14.

Beringer Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
From the oldest continuously operating winery in Napa Valley, Beringer’s Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc pairs perfectly with any number of holiday hors d’oeuvres and starters. It has bright citrus, lush stone fruit, and delicate melon flavors, along with sweet fruit and spice components.
MSRP $16.

Greg Norman Estates Shark Red
Greg Norman is one of the best-known and most respected golf personalities in the world. He strongly believes in the role of wine in an active, easygoing lifestyle, and his aim is to produce approachable yet bold wines that allow you to “Discover Your Shark Side.” With this in mind, the Greg Norman Estates Shark Red is crafted in an easy-to-drink style with bright fruit and spicy character for those who enjoy classic styled wine.
MSRP $15

Souverain Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignons are always a holiday favorite, check out the Souverain Cabernet Sauvignon for any elegant night you have in mind during this holiday season.
MSRP $15.

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MOONSHINE
For something out of the ordinary try Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine, in a wide variety of flavors.
Go back to the Prohibition Era, open up a jar, pass it around and break the rules.

Original Moonshine (100 proof), White Lightnin’ (100 proof), Lightnin’ Line (80 proof): Strawberry Lightnin’, Lemon Drop Lightnin’ and Hunch Punch Lightnin’, and the 40 proof line including: Moonshine Cherries (50 proof), Peach Moonshine, Apple Pie Moonshine, Blackberry Moonshine, Pineapple Moonshine, Watermelon Moonshine, Sweet Tea Moonshine and Charred Moonshine are available selectively in all 50 states and Canada.
MSRP 22.99