We would argue that 2020 has been quite the year so far, but one thing that hasn’t changed is that our mothers continue to be one of the most important people in our lives. Since it can be challenging to buy mother’s day gifts that mom will actually like, we rounded up 15 of the best gift ideas we love to make it easier for you to shop. So if your mom is a cocktail lover, steal these last minute mother’s day gift ideas to make her day special.
P.S. This post was written by a woman, so you know it’s stuff she’ll legitimately like!
1. Copper Mixology Set from Cocktail Kingdom
We love Cocktail Kingdom products because their stuff is designed for bars, that means you’re getting really high quality – this gorgeous set is copper plated for a rose gold look that looks good even on display on her bar cart. This set includes a Yarai Mixing Glass, Barspoon, Japanese Style Jigger, Set of 2 Weighted Shaking Tins, and Hawthorne Strainer. A perfect full set that’s perfect for Mom to shake or stir some of her favorite cocktails. Read More Here.
2. Rolling Bar and Serving Cart
Adding bar carts as decor in modern homes is getting extremely popular right now. They’re perfect for showing off Mom’s favorite spirits and mixing set, not to mention it makes it all very accessible for entertaining. This one got great reviews! Read more here.
3. Gin & Tonic Infusion Kit
If your mom loves gin & tonics, this Gin and Tonic infusion kit will be a perfect gift. It includes vanilla pods, pink pepper, quilling Ceylon cinnamon, cardamom, juniper berries, ginger cut, and star anise, selected by botanists to add flavor to her gin and tonics. The set also comes with a braided spoon and a handy dispenser. Read more here.
4. Premium Diamond Whiskey Decanter
Any Mom who loves whiskey knows that using a whiskey decanter allows the spirit to open and aerate. This gorgeous decanter set has one large diamond-shaped decanter and two diamond-shaped rocks glasses and is perfect for bourbon, scotch, rye and more. It will look stunning on Mom’s home bar, bar cart, or the desk in her office. Read more here.
5. Moscow Mule Carry-On Airplane Cocktail Kit
For the Mom who loves to travel, this little carry on cocktail kit contains all the ingredients needed to create two top-shelf Moscow Mules in flight or wherever her adventures take her – she can just grab her spirit of choice (vodka is the classic way) and mix it up! Read more here.
6. Teroforma 1PT Spirit Infusion Kit
This infusion kit take the guesswork out of infusing her favorite spirits with new and fun flavors. The kit includes a gorgeous glass infusion bottle with walnut-finished cap that can hold up to 375 ml of her favorite spirit. She can simply fill and drop in a 1pt Infusion Blend packet and watch her liquor transform right before her eyes. Read more here.
7. Viski Belmont Gold Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker
Viski is unmatched when it comes to stylish barware, and this geometric beauty is no different. The shiny and bright gold finish on this cocktail shaker makes a stunning addition to any home bar. It even includes a built in strainer for easy pouring. Read more here.
8. Woodford Reserve Bitters Collection
If Mom loves her old fashioneds, this bitters collection is for her. These bitters have been barrel-aged in Woodford Reserve bourbon barrels and the set includes an Aromatic bitters, Spiced bitters, Cherry bitters, Orange bitters, Chocolate bitters. Read more here.
9. Crystal Champagne Flute Set
Your Mom may already have some ancient hand-me-down champagne flutes, but this gorgeous set is bound to make her brunches really special. Perfect for crafting bubbly cocktails, this set of two crystal champagne glasses is the right vessel for a Mimosa or French 75. Read more here.
10. Decorative Cocktail Picks
These cute cocktail picks are a classy way to elevate her home bar. The stainless steel picks add a sleek professional touch to her craft cocktails by allowing her to skewer garnishes. They can also be used to skewer cheese or other appetizers during a party. Read more here.
11. “Coffee Til Cocktails” Hoodie Shirt
We all know that we’re doing a lot less going out and a whole lot more lounging in pajamas right now. For the Mom who loves both coffee and cocktails, this funny hoodie shirt will keep her warm and comfy. Read more here.
12. “Drinks Well with Others” Graphic T-shirt
If creating cocktails is just as much of a social event for your Mom as it is about the drink itself, she’ll love this fun and casual “Drinks Well with Others” t-shirt that comes in multiple colors. Read more here.
13. Snowy River Cocktail Glitter
This beautiful cocktail glitter by Snowy River Cocktails, the award-winning cocktail decorating brand, will add spark and glimmer to her drinks. Available in a few different colors and dyed with all natural fruit and vegetables, all she has to do is dust this glitter on top of her cocktails or wine for this gorgeous sparkle swirl. Read more here.
14. Set of 6 Gold Anchor Cocktail Picks
These adorable nautically themed cocktail picks feature a gorgeous gold tone that anchor her olives or cherries at the bottom of the drink. Crafted from a durable stainless steel, these picks are perfect for adding class to her martini or manhattan. Read more here.
15. Pink House Alchemy Syrup Set
Developed in a 100-year old pink house, Pink House Alchemy creates craft cocktail syrups that will take her drinks to the next level. This set contains Hibiscus Rose, Lavender, and Ginger syrups that are great for mixing with champagne, but there are other sets for mixing with other spirits she loves. Read more here.
16. Nice Set of Moscow Mule Glasses
Many women love Moscow Mules, but few have the right glassware to truly enjoy them. This gorgeous set of mugs are made of pure copper with stainless steel lining dipped in a special coating to make them dishwasher safe. Read more here.
17. Preorder Moody Mixologist’s New Book Essential 3-Ingredient Cocktails: 75 Classic And Contemporary Drinks To Make At Home
Amy Traynor, or better known as Moody Mixologist in the cocktail community, is a New Hampshire-based photographer, cocktail designer and forager of wild flowers. Her cocktail creations are recognized as some of the best out there, and she just released a new book for other home mixologists to be inspired. Pro-order her book now for delivery in June and you won’t look like you were even late! Read more here.
18. Digital Version of Cocktail Codex
This book is from the same authors that sparked a movement with Death & Co. While their first book featured both classics and more complex recipes, this book instead takes a brazen stance: “There are only six cocktails,” claim the authors, who reveal a simplistic approach to mastering cocktails using six templates that encompass all cocktails: the old fashioned, martini, daiquiri, sidecar, whisky highball, and flip. This book is guaranteed to help your Mom understand when to shake vs. stir, why some ingredients pair well while others don’t, and how to easily substitute ingredients to invent something new. Read more here.