Editor’s Note:The stockings are hung by the chimney with care. Now what the hell are you gonna put in there? Ah, stocking stuffers — the little things, the extras, the last minute goodies, the fun gifts. They’re as enjoyable to give as they are to receive. Thing is, there’s an endless supply of stocking-size gifts under $50, and picking up the right ones can be a little daunting. Lucky for you, we’ve gathered the bar and entertaining gifts under $50 to please anyone on your list. Need more ideas? Check out all of our Stocking Stuffer Guides.
Because it’s seasonal. $40 Ribbed Whiskey Decanter
Because it needs to breathe. $40 Ice Sphere Molds
Because it looks sophisticated. $19 Plymouth English Gin
Because it makes a killer Martini. $38 J.Crew Leather Hip Flask
Because metal is cold in the hand. $43 The Perfect Black and Tan
Because you need another bar tool. $10 Glenglassaugh Revival
Because this bottling is the first spirit distilled at Glenglassaugh since it reopened in 2008. ~$43 Tequila Mockingbird: Cocktails with a Literary Twist
Because reading and drinking go together like gin and tonic. $11 Hella Bitters
Because they’ll add punch to your cocktails. $18 Growler On Board Beer Transporter
Because it’s got to get home somehow. $40 Elijah Craig 12 Year Old Bourbon
Because it’s a fantastic 12-year-old whiskey for less than $35. $32 Spiegelau Craft Beer Glass Kit
Because a proper beer deserves a proper glass. $40 Whisky Advocate Subscription
Because it’s the authority on their favorite brown spirit. $18 Charleston Bloody Mary Mix
Because it’s acceptable before 5:00 p.m. $25 Hop Head Vodka
Because this vodka from Anchor Distilling Company is distilled from Washington hops, giving it an aromatic quality you don’t usually get in a vodka. $35