Cheers to Christmas: You can't go wrong with these 12 spirits as Christmas gifts

Christmas itself is the perfect occasion to enjoy the good bottleand to get the particularly old cognac out of the display case and toast together. The festive atmosphere, sitting together – a good drink in the glass is part of it. If you have whiskey fans, cognac collectors or rum professionals among your loved ones, then we now have eleven really good ideas for the right one. New editions, limited collector's items and absolute classics:You definitely won't go wrong with these twelve spirits under the Christmas tree.

This single malt whiskey comes from Speyside in Scotland and is not only one of the most famous, but also the most awarded whiskey in the world. What makes him so special? It is aged in three different types of casks: European sherry casks, American bourbon casks and new American oak casks. In addition, this comes forGlenfiddichfamous Whiskey Solera Vat – a barrel that has always been at least half full since 1998. The oldest whiskey contained in it is 15 years old. This is how Glenfiddich creates consistently consistent quality across many different batches. Thehas complex (almost Christmassy) notes of sherry, almond and a hint of cinnamon.

For gin fans, there are always new limited releases fromHendrick'salways real highlights. This year the Scottish gin brand is enchanting us with a glamorous oneHendrick's Grand Cabaret.The bottle alone is an eye-catcher. Inside is an aromatic gin with captivating notes of stone fruit and wild herbs. In combination with a fruitya perfect drink is created.

Also the prestigious cognac brandHennessyworks with renowned artists year after year to...X.O. Cognacto wrap it in a particularly beautiful robe. What Kim Jones was last year, the French sculptor is this yearJean-Michel Othoniel.He is known for his impressive glass art. For Hennessy he designed a gold metal case with a hammered look. There is a bright ruby ​​red crystal in the center. This piece of jewelry looks particularly beautiful on every Christmas table. The cognac itself has candied fruit notes accompanied by mild pepper and vanilla.

AtGlenmorangieYou now get two years longer storage – basically for free. Because from the classicGlenmorangie 10the whiskey distillery now has one once and for allGlenmorangie 12made. The reason for this is as simple as it is clear: the familiar notes of orange, honey, vanilla and peach are even finer and clearer after maturing for twelve years. Of course, this increases the quality of the whiskey. This selfless act will deeply delight all Glenmorangie fans!

A bottleJagermeisterfor Christmas? Now you might be wondering. But let us finish. In addition to all the shot experience gained at parties, the German herbal liqueur (and international export hit) can do a lot more. Inside each bottle there is a secret recipe made from 56 different herbs. This year Jägermeister released two exclusive and limited design editions. The brand's colors, orange and green, became official this yearThey are called Culture Orange and Herbal Green. You decide whether you like the orange or green bottle better. And if we have our way, both colors look best together anyway.

Whiskey doesn't always have to come from Scotland, Ireland or the USA. The only problem with German whiskey for a long time was that it just wasn't cool enough.Stork Clubhas recognized this challenge and created what is pretty much the coolest German whiskey ever. Hardly any other country is as well known for rye as Germany. But then why isn't there a good one in this country?? Does it exist: Stork Club. The distillery from the Spreewald produces rye whiskey of excellent quality. The people behind it are also extremely keen to experiment and create special editions with peanut butter or similar. Also recommended as a gift: a gift box with the various Stork Club whiskeys in sample size.

When it comes to Jamaican rum, the name comes up short or long (actually rather short).Appleton Estate.There can be something special at Christmas, and Appleton Estate is definitely one of them. The Jamaican rum distillery is known for its outstanding, richly aged and complex rums. The 21 year old rum is an aromatic feast for the palate. Each type of rum in the blend has been matured in a tropical climate for at least 21 years. An absolute premium rum that delights with every sip.

The Scottish Speyside whiskeys are among our secret favorites. Another one from this region isBenriach. The ten year oldis a wonderful introduction to the Speyside whiskey world. The whiskey is currently available in a gift box with a matching glass - ideal for anyone who is new to the whiskey game. But Benriach can not only do entry level, but also end level. 21-year-old Benriach is also a fantastic gift. However, you should bring some experience with you to the tasting.

If American bourbon, then Woodford Reserve. The wide and flat bottle design alone impresses us every time. The absolute favorite is the Double Oaked Bourbon fromWoodford Reserve. It was matured twice in heavily burned oak barrels and has an intense vanilla and caramel aroma. This whiskey is also a fantastic base for high-quality cocktails. You will have onenever drink anything else again.

No, we are not serious about this gift tip. Unfortunately. A 40-year-old Japanese whiskey is something so special that very few people in the world even get to taste it. This is mainly due to the few bottles available and the really extreme prices. Nevertheless: If you want to gift real whiskey professionals with a great bottle of whiskey, then maybe choose thisSuntory Hibiki Harmonyout of. Already the entry-level whiskey fromHibikiis absolute madness for most people, which can still be financed at around 100 euros per bottle.

Die Premium-Whisky-MarkeJohnnie Walkeris known to many whiskey fans. Thanks to different bottlings, there is something for everyone, both in terms of taste and price. For this winter, however, we're turning our attention to the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Whiskey. An absolute high-end whiskey made from four whiskeys from the four major whiskey regionswas assembled. The taste here quadruples to a multi-layered and complex level, ranging from chocolate to honey to smoky notes. A very special whiskey for a few really nice hours.

Not in Speyside, but in the Highlands of Scotland, it is known far beyond national bordersAberfeldyWhiskey distilled. However, one limited edition stands out and we were particularly impressed:Aberfeldy 15 Year Old Cadillac Wine Cask.In total, the whiskey matures for a decade and a half. However, for six months it is refined in white wine barrels from the French wine-growing region of Cadillac. This gives the whiskey unexpected notes of peach, nectarine and a hint of citrus. This edition would surprise even a real whiskey fan.