Creative Cocktail Gift Kit DIY
Want to celebrate someone in a unique way without buying them a sweater or giving them a gift card?
Sometimes the occasion calls for thinking outside the typical (gift) box – wink wink!
Perhaps you want to congratulate someone for getting a new job, or buying a new house, or crushing it on a big project.
If so, this creative cocktail gift kit idea is for you!
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What is a cocktail gift kit?
It’s a craft cocktail in a box!
It includes all the ingredients they would need to make a cocktail at home along with a beautiful recipe card.
You can absolutely hand write a recipe on a notecard or if you want to get a little fancier I found this cocktail recipe card template a breeze to use and customize.
It has over 4,000 adorable (and I do mean adorable!) illustrated images to build your own recipe and even add in the garnishes.
Or, if you’re intimidated by building your own, they have 6 pre-made cards ready to print at home or send to a printer.
How do I make a cocktail kit gift box?
Step 1: Start with a sturdy gift box.
You could certainly use a gift basket as well but the price point on this box is ideal.
I love the fact that the recipient can reuse it for their own gift giving needs or to store mementoes such as photographs or trip souvenirs.
Step 2: Add paper shred to help secure all the ingredients you’re about to add in.
Feel free to go as colorful as you like with the paper shred.
Gather inspiration from your ingredients, liquor bottle, or recipe card.
Step 3: Add in your ingredients.
Because this is a gift I do think labels matter when selecting the liquor.
I search for something colorful and fun just to add a little cheer to the box.
If your recipe calls for a mixer and the container is less than attractive I like to put the mixer in a glass bottle with an airtight rubber seal just so it looks a little nicer.
If you’re wanting to spend a little more you could always get a few glasses that match your cocktail or add in a cute bottle opener.
Don’t forget to add in the garnishes because it makes the box smell heavenly!
Step 4: Finally fasten everything with ribbon or twine.
Voila – a cocktail kit gift box!
Final words on making this cocktail kit gift set…
I always think it’s nice to share a cocktail you personally love and enjoy but if you’re stumped on what cocktail to use, Pinterest is a great resource.
If you know the person likes tequila start there, or if whiskey is more their speed search for whiskey cocktails.
You can even think of the season in which you’re gifting the box.
If it’s summer you may want something more fruity or perhaps it’s fall and you want something with apples and cinnamon or maybe it’s the holiday season and you want to add in a little peppermint.
If your gift recipient doesn’t drink alcohol or maybe they’re participating in Dry January, no worries, there are so many amazing mocktail recipes out there, so this gift works for all!
Cheers to your next great gift idea!
