The best whisky gifts for 2025 are the ones that make the giver realise how much time you took to find something they love for Christmas. Thoughtful, story-driven whisky gifts that surprise and impress.
But let’s face it, you also want the title of Favourite Child. For that, you need to forget the novelty crap. What you really want is a great whisky that strikes the perfect balance between “I know you” and “I nailed this”.
It’s still a present. It just also happens to be a statement on how good your taste is. You bring the gift, they bring the gratitude.
The best whisky gifts for Christmas 2025
Aston Martin and Glenfiddich? Double the prestige.
Glenfiddich & Aston Martin Formula One™ Team 16 Year Old Limited Edition 70cl Whisky
The crowd-pleaser
You can’t go wrong with Glenfiddich. Here, you get the benefit of bringing in another classic name to the mix in Aston Martin. There are like twenty people I can picture unwrapping this present and saying, “This is right up my street”. And I don’t even know that many people. That actually reads kind of sad. Let’s move on to more festive goodies!
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2010 – Christmas 2025 (Master of Malt) 70cl Whisky
The affordable genius
Yeah, yeah. It’s a Master of Malt bottling. The thing is, we cut out the middle man when we bottle fine whisky, and that passes the savings onto you. Benrinnes remains one of the great underrated distilleries. After a 15-year stay in a single oloroso sherry hogshead, it’s especially good. And at that price? Bargain. Plus, it’s already Christmas-themed. For those of you who have been Benrin-nice.
Redbreast 21 Year Old 70cl Whiskey
The show-off bottle
This is the gift equivalent of pulling up to Christmas dinner in a vintage Jag. Redbreast 21 is a sherry-soaked flex that you don’t even need to wrap. Just hand it over and bask in the collective nods of approval. If this doesn’t earn you a permanent seat closest to the roast potatoes, nothing will.
And a Merry Michter’s Christmas to you
Michter’s US*1 Bourbon 70cl Whisky
The hipster pick
Be honest, you want to be cool. The kind of person who knows about new bands and arthouse films. Who doesn’t need the latest meme explained to them while they nod and pretend they understand the litany of references buried in it. Michter’s makes bold bourbon, packed with flavour — all caramel, vanilla and spiced fruit muscle. It’s whisky for people who know whisky. They will be impressed by you. And that is what Christmas is all about.
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old 70cl Whisky
The guaranteed winner
If you’re buying for someone impossible to please — the dad who “doesn’t need anything”, the granny who already has everything — Bunnahabhain 18 is your golden ticket. It’s rich, smooth, and layered with sweet, fruity, coastal, and savoury deliciousness. It’s also one of those whiskies that makes even the grumpiest recipient go quiet for a second and mutter, “That’s lovely.”
Harp of Darkness – Black Irish Whiskey 70cl Whisky
The wildcard
This is a whisky made to be enjoyed alongside Guinness. Or Murphy’s. Beamish. O’Hara. Whatever your favourite Irish stout is, Harp of Darkness is the perfect accompaniment to a perfectly poured, creamy, malty pint of plain. It’s also properly delicious in its own right. We promise you know somebody who will love this.
That’s a wrap on our suggestions for the best whisky gifts for Christmas 2025. Need more inspiration? Head to our dedicated Christmas gifting shop. Or let us know what you’re looking for on our Instagram.
