It’s that time of year again! The mad rush begins to buy everyone a gift in time for the big day. Which often results in wasting a load of money on things that no one really wants. Well we’re here to save you from doing just that! We’ve put together our top gifts for the Spirit lovers in your life.

M&S Madagascan Vanilla Rum Light Up Snow Globe Liqueur. 20%abv, £20.

This fun, festive liqueur contains edible gold leaf that dances like snow in the bottle when you shake it. More importantly, it tastes great too! The perfect after-dinner digestif is served well chilled over ice. Or why not add a splash to your Prosecco to make it shimmer with some Christmas sparkle?

4 Sisters Sugar Plum Gin 37.5%abv. Direct, £29.

The essence of Christmas with the sweetness of plum and the addition of fig for its honey-like flavour, with a hint of berry. Pour over ice and tonic and garnish with fresh berries for the perfect Christmas G&T.

Personalised Christmas Cocktail Crackers. From £18.

A delightful treat for cocktail aficionados. Pick your mystery cocktail from a range of flavours, add your message and watch their faces light up with delight when they pull it open to reveal their prize!

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Scottish Granite Whisky Stones. £21.99 Northern Wine School Gift Shop

Want to take the edge off the alcohol burn of your favourite dram, without diluting it? These smart granite stones are for you! A pack of 6 whiskey stones, made from genuine Scottish granite, designed to keep drinks cold without dilution. Supplied with a black cloth bag to keep them safe and packaged in a smart, black presentation box.

Le Nez du Whisky. £285 Northern Wine School Gift Shop 

Whether you’re a whisky pro studying this amazing drink, or a fan who would like to understand more, one of our Nez du Whisky kits might be just the thing for you. They also make for really good fun quizzes. This is the kit, the ultimate olfactory reference work containing 54 aromas. Comes with a visually appealing aroma wheel dividing aromas into easily recognisable family groups plus an in-depth guide book to whisky and whisky tasting co-written by experts Charles MacLean and Martine Nouet.

Gin ETC. Make your Own Gin Kit, the Artisan. £32.99 Northern Wine School Gift Shop

The perfect gift for the gin lovers in your life. Craft your own gin in less than 24 hours. Contains everything you need to infuse your favourite vodka, with enough botanicals to make two different flavoured 700ml bottles.

These gifts are sure to go down a treat this Christmas. Don’t miss out!