What to give with vodka to a man. Who is cognac suitable for and how to choose it? Rum for connoisseurs of tradition

How easy it is to make a gift for a woman, and how difficult it is for a man! A man is always looking for subtext in everything, a gift should emphasize his status and taste - just try, make a mistake! It's good that there are professionals in the world - without further ado, we turned to the kavist for advice. They literally took us hand in hand through their possessions - the dark and cool halls of alcoholic boutiques, which store real treasures. It is from these treasures that we (together with you!) will choose.

For those who appreciate strength
When choosing an alcoholic gift for a man, of course, first of all you pay attention to what is stronger. And what can be stronger than cognac 53 degrees? Yes, there are some! Louis Royer Force- the strength of this cognac is reflected in its name (English force - strength). It is believed that with such a high strength, some special aroma appears in the drink, emphasizing the long exposure. Cuvee of spirits Petit Champagne and Grande Champagne category VSOP in a metal tube can be purchased for 3,220 rubles.

For those who respect endurance
Someone is attracted by strength, and someone - endurance. On the label of a cognac bottle, the year (millezim) can only be indicated if there is an official confirming document for this. Not all cognac houses have evidence that their cognac was laid in such and such a “shaggy” year. Here Lheraud has it. You can choose cognac or armagnac Lheraud happy birthday man. For example, cognac 1983 will cost 4,600 rubles. Lheraud also has a 1802 vintage (I would like to see its certificates!) for 800,000 rubles. By the way, the House of Lheraud is the official supplier of brandy for the House of Lords in London.

If the cognac house or the merchant cannot provide official papers confirming the year the cognac was aged, then the year is not written on the label. In this case, the cognac is assigned a number. A.E.Dor cognacs are so old that they have already lost the usual strength of 40 degrees for this type of drink. A.E.Dor is the only Maison that has been allowed by the French government to produce cognac below 40%. Cognac A.E.Dor No. 10 (a family treasure of the 1922 harvest) can be purchased for 98,578 rubles.

For those who love surprises
But the cognac house Frapin collected in one cuvee - Frapin Cuvee 1888 Le Prestige du Temps- the most rare spirits that belonged to the Frapin family. Some of them date back to the end of the 19th century. A crystal decanter with a precious drink rests in a wooden chest. A pleasant surprise is attached to the decanter - perfume in a bottle, the shape of which reproduces an old pocket watch with gilding. This miracle costs 220,800 rubles.

For those who honor history
Cognac merchant Jean Groperrand himself does not grow grapes and does not distill spirits, but seeks out and buys the most rare cognacs from private Houses, and then pours them under his own name. The father and son of Groperrana do not spare money for the purchase of rarities. In 1999, they “dug up” cognac in an old private cellar, which had been aged in 1914, but, unfortunately, not all documents confirming the millesime were found. The peculiarity of this cognac is that it was almost certainly distilled by a woman! In 1914 France, only women were in charge of production because all able-bodied men were required to fight in the war. Groperran traced and documented almost the entire history of this cognac, starting from 1918. But I had to put only number 14 on the label, since 1914 was not officially confirmed. The Groperrans bought out the entire batch of this cognac - a barrel of 285 liters, from which 25 bottles are bottled every year. Cognac is called Grosperrine Petite Champagne N°14 Paror and costs 159,900 rubles.

For those who collect collections
Rare cognac will soon appear in Moscow again Courvoisier Erte. It was once sold in collectible sets of seven different cognacs, the design of which was invented in 1988 by the famous French artist of Russian origin Erte (born Roman Tyrtov). Erte worked in the Art Deco style: he was a famous fashion artist, theater costume designer, and sculptor. Cognac House Courvoisier invited Erte to design a series of cognacs from the oldest Grande Champagne cognac spirits, which were stored in his cellar. To date, there are very few decanters of the exclusive Courvoisier Erte series left in the world. This spring, three complete sets (7 bottles each) and several dozen individual decanters will arrive in Russia. Most likely, the brought rarities will be immediately snapped up by collectors. One bottle will cost about 60,000 rubles.

Are you tired of cognacs yet? You can talk about them endlessly. It would be possible to stop at cognacs, but where is the whiskey? - you ask. And you will be right - there are many men who prefer whiskey to cognac. Then imagine that our whiskey lover is a sophisticated connoisseur who cannot slip a blend with a red, black or blue label from the nearest supermarket. The DrinkTime reader loves whiskey and understands whiskey. Our job is to make him happy.

For those who are fond of contemporary art
Let's start with the traditional Scotch whiskey. But! - in a unique design. Who doesn't know The Macallan brand? Everyone knows Macallan. This whiskey belongs to the elite single malt scotch. It is great in itself, but is no stranger to being in the company of equal objects of high art. Last year Macallan distillery released a unique limited edition whiskey "Masters of Photography". John Rankin, a cult British photographer, was invited to collaborate. He was received at the Macallan family estate - Easter Elchies House - and led through all the stages of the sacrament of the birth of whiskey with a "Polaroid" in his hands. As a result, each of the thousand created bottles The Macallan Fine Oak The 30-year-old Masters of Photography Collector's Edition received a photo label replicating the original Rankin photograph enclosed in its case. For true connoisseurs of whiskey and contemporary art, two hundred Masters of Photography collection sets have been delivered to Russia. The average cost of a set is 55,000 rubles.

For those who appreciate luxury
And here is The Macallan again, but in a luxurious crystal decanter from Laligue. Decanter Natural Color (English - natural color) symbolizes the natural color of single malt whisky. A total of 420 decanters were created self made- they are filled with precious 55 year old The Macallan Sherry Oak, which has been aged in sherry casks since 1949. The whiskey is dark, rosewood, with notes of sweet exotic dried fruits and woody undertones, turning into aromas of spices and orange peel.

When developing the design of the decanter, a classic image from Lalique - "Tiara" was used. The cork is made of amber-colored crystal, close to the shade of whiskey. The color of the decanter cork shatters into thousands of shades when changing the angle of illumination. This luxury costs about 400,000 rubles.

And here is another outstanding example from Scotland - Antiquary 21 years. This is a blend of spirits from the distilleries of the Speyside and Highland regions, complemented by spirits from the Lowlands. The faceted bottle into which the scotch is poured is made in the shape of a diamond. The cost of whiskey in a velvet tube is 5,336 rubles.

For those with a thin nose
Whiskey Bruichladdich Peat- one of the most "peaty" versions of Islay single malt whiskey. The alcohol distillation process for this scotch took place in very tall stills, due to which the whiskey lost its maritime iodine taste familiar to this region and acquired the aroma of peat smoke. A bottle costs 2,450 rubles.

For those who dream...
...Wild West
Let's not forget that great whiskey is not only made in Scotland. Many prefer only American whiskey, or bourbon. We are used to the fact that bourbons are democratic drinks, and most importantly - understandable to everyone. For example, Jim Beam is the most common American whiskey in the world. But he also distinguished himself last year - a limited collection was released at the distillery Jim Beam "The Distillers Series". The bourbon made for this series has been aged for 7 years, which is quite a long time for this type of drink. 7 years is not a random figure - the project is dedicated to seven generations of the dynasty of famous drink producers. The bottle label depicts portraits of the brightest representatives of each generation of the family. Bourbon strength - 45%, the price on the shelf is quite affordable - 1,500 rubles.

But bourbon is different from bourbon. The Americans are not going to lag behind the Scots, and even more so from the French in creating rare and luxury drinks. Bourbon Blanton's Gold Edition considered the first bourbon to introduce the single-barrel version to the world and to open the Ultra Premium Bourbon category. In the production of this whiskey, more than usual, the amount of corn is used - which provides a softer and sweet taste. And the appearance of the bottle surpassed all conceivable samples of expensive French cognacs: the decanter is crowned with a stopper in the shape of a horse in motion. If you put the entire line of Blanton's Gold Edition bourbons in a row, then the entire movement of the horse will be displayed, as in the frames of an animated film. The cost of bourbon is 3,358 rubles.

... and the Land of the Rising Sun
Whiskey is also made in Japan. 12 year old blend Suntory Royal it is unique in that it is filtered through bamboo charcoal, which, you see, would be impossible in Scotland. Yes, and it is not necessary. And bamboo charcoal gives whiskey a rich and incomparable taste that can only be found in Japanese versions of this drink. The bottle is also unusual - it imitates the outlines of a Shinto shrine. Suntory Royal can be purchased in Moscow for 2,070 rubles.

For those who like it hot
What else can you give a strong man? - Not as traditional a gift as cognac or whiskey, but no less tasty and chic - grappa! For example, grappa Nonino La Reserva dei Cent Anni, which is produced by a family farm in the north of Italy in the village of Percoto, is unique in that it has been aged for 12 years in Limousin oak barrels. The result is a strong drink, perfect for a digestif and as an accompaniment to cigars: in its complex aroma, notes of spices, saffron, cinnamon, curry, nutmeg, dried fruits and almonds. Grappa Nonino costs 8,400 rubles.

But a completely different type of strong drink - Calvados Selection by Christian Drouin. Calvados, revered by gourmets as one of the most exquisite digestifs, is obtained as a result of the fermentation process of apple or pear juice followed by double distillation and long exposure to oak barrels. More than 40 varieties of apples and pears are allowed, divided into four groups: sweet, bitter, bittersweet and sour. The finest taste and bouquet of Calvados are due to the interaction of wood, air and alcohol. Calvados Selection spent 2 years in barrel. Its price is 1,472 rubles.

We can't help but draw your attention to the Spanish sherry brandy Brandy de Jerez Lepanto. It can rightfully be called the drink of the winners, since it got its name in honor of a landmark event in the history of Spain - the victory of the Royal Navy of Spain over the fleet of the Ottoman Empire in a naval battle that took place in 1547 in western Greece near the town of Lepanto. This brandy de sherry is classified as a Gran Reserva Solera. The Solera Lepanto was laid down in 1896. The future brandy de sherry undergoes at least 15 criaderas during its aging. The result is a completely unique brandy with its own unique character and elegant style. The cost of a bottle is 3,200 rubles.

For those who are smarter than everyone
This could be the end of our review of possible alcoholic gifts men. And so there are already enough options - choose for every taste. But still, we cannot ignore two more categories of alcoholic beverages, each of which has its own audience, its fans. One of these categories is wine. True, it’s scary to give wine - what if you make a mistake in the preferences of the one to whom the gift is addressed? Or, even worse, suddenly the wine is spoiled? This happens quite often, and not only because of improper storage and transportation, but also because of the so-called cork disease, from which no one is immune.

Therefore, we advise you to give wines that have been tested, but not old. In any case, incidents like cork disease are less common with young wines. This time we have an excellent offer - at the beginning of the year, Bordeaux Grand Cru Classe 2005 appeared in Moscow, which experts have already called great. In the spring of 2006, for the first time, some Russian wine merchants began to seriously buy En premier wines - that is, young wines that had just been fermented and aged in barrels.

We went to France, chose for a long time, then bargained. Bought and ... left to ripen on the spot. Three years have passed, the wines bought in 2006 were bottled and delivered to Russia. The price for them is very high, but it is negligible compared to what the chateaus themselves will ask for the wines of the 2005 millesime.

So, the following 2005 Grand Cru wines are already available in Moscow:
Chateau Mouton Rothshield - 125 220 rubles.
Chateau Haut-Brion - 172,970 rubles.
Chateux Margaux - 199 100 rubles.
Chateau Latour - RUB 206,980

For those who celebrate February 23 and not only
But there is another category of men for whom the gift as such is not important, but the occasion itself is important. A reason to get together with family, friends or fellow soldiers (there are some). Then vodka will be more appropriate on the table than others. Last year, domestic manufacturers released several new interesting brands, which we will talk about. So, the most patriotic brand - vodka "Aurora". "Aurora" from 100% wheat alcohol produced in St. Petersburg at the Russian Standard plant. More than 90 years ago, the famous shot of the Aurora cruiser was fired in this city, which became a symbol of the revolution. Manufacturers claim the revolutionary quality of their product, which "exceeds the requirements of GOST by 3 times". The symbol of revolution and victory in a laconic transparent bottle with a star can be purchased for only 160 rubles.

And here is another symbol of the country - Party Gold. Vodka with such a name cannot be democratic - it was conceived as a luxury product and produced near the same St. Petersburg at the Tigoda plant. Not only is the bottle made of red glass with gold plating unique, but also its contents - manufacturers have added tinctures to grain alcohol aromatic spirits from oregano, mint, St. John's wort, bison and birch buds. The owners of the Gold Party brand claim that “the vodka recipe was developed by one of the best specialists in Russia, I.I. Burachevsky - head of the technology department of alcoholic beverages of the All-Russian Research Institute food technology". Perhaps this best recommendation for a drink. Vodka from Burachevsky will cost 1,500 rubles.

By tradition, we cannot fail to mention the most famous vodka producer in Russia - Mark Kaufman and his new brand - vodka "Jewish standard". Who can give this vodka? - Yes, anyone, if he has a sense of humor. By the way, the producers are proud that this is real kosher vodka on matzo. It has a complex grain aroma with hints of pepper and ripe fruit. Price - 549 rubles.

For those who have read this article to the end
For the most persistent and curious, we will give recommendations on what to buy if all of the above did not suit you. You never know, well, you don’t know what the man you want to congratulate prefers. It may very well be. Then we advise you to purchase a chic set of two Riedel glasses. The convenience of this set is that there is a place for a bottle in the box. It must be purchased separately, or you can not buy at all. Eat different types glasses: for chardonnay (that is, for white wines), for bordeaux (that is, for reds), for champagne. The cost of the set is 2,260 rubles.

Or else here - Decanter Riedel, a model called "Tirol" (we already wrote about it on the pages of DrinkTime). The unusual shape of the vessel (it seems to lie on its side) provides a very large area of ​​contact between wine and air, for which, in fact, it is used. In addition, Tyrol will perfectly fit into any fashionable interior - be it classic, modern or hi-tech. The decanter costs 6,510 rubles.

A corkscrew will never be superfluous. Especially if it's handmade. Very nice gift corkscrew knife Laquiole has a unique handle - it can be made of bone, horn or noble woods. For example, a brushed steel corkscrew with a juniper handle can be purchased for 6,150 rubles*. Stylish, expensive, chic.

The drinks mentioned in the article are sold in Veld-21, Vinoteka.ru, Vinum, Grand Cru, Wine Collection, Kauffman boutiques, Azbuka Vkusa supermarkets, etc.

In Russian tradition, alcohol is the best gift in any situation. For small friendly services they “put beer”, more serious help already requires a “bottle”, when they are going to visit - they grab wine, well, good whiskey or cognac will always be in place. Alcohol is presented as a gift even to non-drinkers, because it’s not a shame to serve expensive alcohol to guests, and if something happens, you can re-gift it. In Europe, alcohol traditions are not very different from ours: a bottle good wine it is customary to bring it to a housewarming party or a friendly party, alcohol as a gift can be received by a boss, colleague and even a subordinate.

Most importantly, the gift must either correspond to the taste of the person being presented, or be expensive (then the recipient will be able to re-gift it or put it on the table during the gala dinner).

General Tips:

1. At least a little originality. It is very important that the recipient does not get the impression that he was "gifted away" with an expensive, but standard gift. Therefore, the giver should take care of the packaging or at least explain why he chose this particular drink and brand of alcohol.
2. An alcoholic gift is a great opportunity to introduce a loved one to a new drink that he would never buy himself.
3. It is better to give a bottle of alcohol in person. Delivery by courier is practiced only in extreme cases.
4. In no case should you insist that the recipient immediately taste the present (and even more so - share it with the donor). Perhaps a person wants to drink the resulting alcohol alone or in another company, or even completely re-gift it.
5. Of course, alcohol should not be given to minors, even "as a joke."

Alcohol as a gift to a man

We are talking about a man standing higher on the social ladder - for peers and friends, the rules are more democratic.

Drink. single malt whiskey or other strong alcohol long exposure (cognac, armagnac, calvados).

Price. High.

How to give. Depending on the situation, but in any case without too much pathos.

Women's gift with alcohol

Drink. Champagne, wine, sweet liquor, martini, Baileys. If the tastes of the hero of the occasion are precisely known - any strong alcohol that she likes, even vodka. You can present a gift certificate to a wine boutique.

Price. Average. What is important is not the actual cost, but the thoughtfulness of the presentation and the attractiveness of the container (packaging).

How to give. Like any other gift, according to the situation.

Gift liquor for holidays and events

For bosses

Drink. Fortified wine (Madeira, port), cognac, armagnac, whiskey, scotch, bourbon. It is good manners to give alcoholic drink which can stand for a long time open bottle. It is better for a male boss to present strong alcohol - the boss will be able to offer it to partners and important clients, skip a glass in the evening, remembering the donor with a kind word.

Price. Alcohol for the bosses should be expensive and elite, no options.

How to give. Alone, best of all - in the boss's office (unless it's a gift from the whole team).

For a birthday

Drink. What the birthday boy loves. If the hero of the occasion is not indifferent to beer, it is advisable to find an original or rare variety. The same goes for wine or any other alcohol.

Price. Middle price segment.

How to give. With a greeting card and complete with a set of glasses. For a birthday, it is not customary to give only a bottle “without anything”, at least a symbolic gift should be attached to it.

For an anniversary or anniversary

Drink. Vintage sparkling (preferred) or still (in extreme cases) wine.

Price. High. Alcohol for an anniversary should be expensive, better - very expensive and generally exclusive. A special chic is to find the wine of the vintage of the year when the celebrated event took place (birthday, wedding, etc.).

How to give. In a luxurious basket with flowers, sweets, fruits. In a solemn atmosphere and with a full crowd of people.

for housewarming

Drink. A sparkling wine- not necessarily champagne, prosecco, cava or cremant are quite suitable. still wine- for example, Italian or Chilean. You can also present a package of craft beer to the owners of the house, or complement the gift with original glasses or a set of glasses.

Price. Not particularly important (especially if a late guest presents a gift when the party is already in full swing), but the gift should look good, so all other things being equal, it is better to give preference to wine in an unusual bottle, additionally tying a bow on it. Most likely, the gift will be immediately opened and offered to drink all together, so here you should focus on your taste too.

How to give. Immediately, just crossed the threshold, with guests.

In honor of the start of the holiday

This is more of a European tradition, in Russia it is not yet customary to solemnly see off a colleague on vacation, presenting him with a bottle of wine.

Drink. Seasonal beer, good but affordable table wine.

Price. Medium, closer to low. This is rather a symbolic gift to mark the beginning of the holiday.

How to give. It doesn't matter: in a bag, in a basket, "without anything." It is customary to give seasonal beer in packs of 4-8 pieces. You can immediately add to it light snack: cheeses, greens, seasonal fruit and vegetables.

As easy as it is to pick up a gift for a woman, it is so difficult to choose something suitable for a man. Almost everyone is convinced of this when they start looking for a present for a relative, friend, lover, colleague or boss. The perfect gift must correspond to the status, preferences, taste, character, as well as the age of the man for whom it is intended. You can't argue with this statement. But here's what exactly best meets the mentioned requirements - this is, as they say, a question with an asterisk. Some believe that there is no better gift for a man than a bottle of good alcohol, others either regard such an idea as something banal, or generally consider it bad manners. But how are things in reality: is it possible to give alcohol to men and are there rules or restrictions on choosing a gift “with a degree”?

What types of alcohol are usually given to men

The first rule for choosing alcohol for a gift is that men should give strong alcohol, women are lighter (although sometimes you can deviate from this recommendation). But anyway it must be expensive elite alcohol. But as for the type of drink as a gift, here the choice is quite wide.

National alcoholic drink. This option is always a pleasant surprise from a foreigner or a person who has returned from a trip. But again, one should take into account the moment that it should not be just national drink, but a premium product, and it is better if it is a gift option in exquisite packaging made from natural materials.

To give or not to give alcohol

Not everyone perceives alcohol as a gift unambiguously positively. Therefore, before giving a man a bottle good cognac or a set of alcoholic drinks, it is better to find out how he relates to this kind of presentation.

Alcohol in a set or in a company with a stylish addition will undoubtedly look more advantageous than one bottle of drink, especially if it is without expensive packaging. By the way, about prices. If we talk about alcohol for a gift, then it should always be an expensive drink. Giving cheap alcohol is a sign of bad taste.

And of course, it is strictly contraindicated to give alcoholic gifts to people who are addicted to alcohol or former alcoholics. IN best case such a present can embarrass both you and the recipient of the gift, at worst become a cause of binge drinking.

Alcohol is a non-committal neutral gift. Meanwhile, a correctly chosen variation of an alcoholic drink can become an exquisite gift worthy of the most respected man. The main thing is not to make a mistake and choose the right option as a surprise.

Alcohol as a gift for a man is one of the most popular gift options. This fact is based on the fact that gift alcohol most men accept gifts with interest, the alcohol industry provides such a wide range of species in a wide price range that you can go to the nearest store on occasion and choose for years without hesitation. By the way, it is also important that buying alcohol as a gift does not take much time. In almost any outlet from a small store to a hypermarket, you can find a suitable bottle of alcohol as a gift for a man. Well, what can we say about specialized alcohol stores, which are also presented in any form from budget chains to luxury alcohol boutiques.

The most universal types of alcohol as a gift for a man are vodka, cognac, whiskey, rum and tequila. Russian vodka studio "Alkonost" since 2003 specializes in the production of gift vodka premium segment created on the basis of original recipes, some of which are patented. Products from Alkonost are bottled in original bottles specially designed for 12 vodka brands produced by the atelier. Vodka from Alkonost differs in thematic design and meaning, on various life topics or events. That's why…

The best alcohol gift for a man

premium and ultra premium vodka from Alkonost

This is not just a boastful statement - it is a reasonable truth, since Alkonost vodka is:

• original vodka High Quality;
• variety of topics covered;
• unique bottles;
• options for vodka without packaging, with individual packaging and with gift box.

Well, like a cherry on a cake, any gift is a priori accompanied by a delivery procedure that requires verbal support of the process. And if you are not a hereditary toastmaster, then it is not always easy to find the right and, as everyone would like, original words accompanying the gift. Our vodka touches on a wide range of topics, so for any event, for different people you can pick up vodka of the most suitable theme and handing alcohol as a gift to a man, accompany him with an original speech.

The absolute bestseller in terms of an original gift that is suitable for the widest possible range of events is our conceptual line of vodka with the addition of precious metals. Vodka is produced under a patent with the addition of edible silver and gold, which do not lie sadly at the bottom of the bottle, but swirl in a beautiful sparkling round dance in a bottle and a glass. The series produces vodka with silver "Silver Symphony", vodka with gold "Golden Symphony" both of 0.7 liters, and combining both metals "Precious Gold-Silver", the latter is available in two versions - a bottle of 1 liter and 0.7 l.

Another vodka brand from Alkonost that is universal in terms of gift is Promised vodka, the main message of the brand is the wish for peace, prosperity and prosperity, which is exactly what the absolute majority of people need. The bottle depicts the well-known Picasso dove with an olive branch, which has become a symbol of peace. The bottom of the bottle is made in the form of a hexagram, which symbolizes the harmonious coexistence of opposite principles. The gift box opens like a flower, hinting at fertility, which has long been the essence of prosperity. And the multi-faceted box is decorated with five most important scenes from the Pentateuch of Moses. A wonderful toast for a gift is ready in the shop, and then, over a glass of vodka, you can philosophize about the structure of the world, eternal values ​​and other things.

Our branded vodka "Alkonost" is also an excellent gift - it is especially good for gifts to foreigners or patriotic people who are determined to keep and appreciate our Russian roots. Vodka with a true refined subtle vodka aroma is bottled in exclusive specially designed bottles. The inspiration for the creation of the signature brand of Alkonost vodka was drawn from our roots, in ancient Russian culture, which is actually represented by the bird of paradise-maiden Alkonost, whose singing, according to legend, makes us abandon all the vanity of vanities and plunge into the sweet bliss of peace and peace of mind. The multifaceted bottle displays the forms of ancient Russian architecture with its towers and semicircular arches, the surface is covered with an elegant pattern.

By the way, this brand of vodka is produced additionally in a luxury version, with the decoration of the bottle with silver-plated filigree jewelry. And this bottle is closed with an unusual glass stopper Vino lock.

The "Space Symphony" brand, despite its narrowly focused theme, is favorably and with interest perceived as a gift not only by those men who are related to space topics. Vodka is suitable for a gift to pilots, the military, and in general, in principle, everyone likes it. And the crystal clear taste of vodka and unusual bottle in the form of a rocket, which can be supplemented with a gift box that opens in the manner of the towers of the starting barrel. Such alcohol as a gift makes it possible to show off witty congratulations on various themes from emphasizing the height of which he achieved as a gift “through thorns to the stars”, to wishing success to the new project “and he said: “Let's go!”.

Another great alcoholic gift option for a man related to professional activities or hobbies is Russian Square vodka, which was created on the basis of the theme of the Russian contribution to the once revolutionary and still incredibly popular art movement - avant-garde. Vodka is produced in three types: Russian Square Classic, Russian Square Special and Russian Square Soft. Ideal as a gift for non-standard thinking people.

“Business is time, and fun is an hour,” says a popular proverb, implying that everything should have time: both work and rest. Sin City vodka, whose name translates from English as "city of sin" is one of the nicknames of the famous pleasure city of Las Vegas, a place that is sung in books and films as the focus of all kinds of pleasures and unbridled fun. The bottle is decorated with a spicy pattern that glows under neon lighting - just perfect for parties!

Rest is different for rest, someone needs to throw out the adrenaline accumulated in a series of working days through an active party with dancing and karaoke, and someone prefers to recuperate, old-fashioned methods, being in nature with its unhurried country life, walks, meditative fishing and an indispensable visit to the Russian bath. Bannik vodka, based on Russian traditions with the addition of honey and raisins, named and decorated in honor of the fairy-tale character Bannik, also provides a fair share of options for verbal accompaniment and parting words. Bannik, a mythical character of Slavic control, according to legend, does not like fuss, and requires proper respect for bath procedures. After all, only in the bath you can not only wash your body to a creak, but also cleanse your soul, getting rid of painful thoughts and the consequences of work stress as much as possible. We recommend using in small doses and exclusively! after bath procedures.

Another bestseller from Alkonost is the Christmas Fairy Tale Lux vodka brand - this seasonally popular version of alcohol as a gift for men, as the name implies, enjoys unprecedented success during the New Year and Christmas holidays. Vodka is beautifully decorated in the style of the most popular holiday not only in our country, but also in the world. But it is the Russian winter fairy-tale character Ded Moroz that is recreated on the bottle, and the container is packed in a spectacular gift box, which opens up like a book whose "pages" are also decorated with illustrations on the theme of everyone's favorite holiday. What do you wish for Christmas and New Year? Well, of course, the fulfillment of all desires and so that New Year was the most successful!

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gifts for men alcohol

So is it possible to give alcohol in general and a man in particular?

You can, but there are two tiny rules. Make sure that the man is not a "teetotaler or ulcer", because then the gift will be useless. The following follows from this rule: it is not customary to give alcohol to unfamiliar men. You don't know the way of life, taste preferences who you give to. In general, to be honest, according to etiquette, it is generally not customary for young guys to give alcohol. I think it is not necessary to mention that alcohol should be expensive and in branded packaging.

Now about what kind of alcohol to give: cognac, whiskey, vodka. And these drinks must be of high quality, branded, as mentioned above.

Let's start with cognac.

According to experts and materials from the British newspaper The Independent, here are the top 5 famous brands cognac brands: RÉMY MARTIN COEUR DE COGNAC, TRIJOL VSOP, FRAPIN CHATEAU FONTPINOT XO, Cognac Tesseron53, H BY HINE.

Don't forget our favorite HENNESSY X.O.

Elite brands of vodka

1. Smirnoff, manufacturer Diageo, UK

2. Absolut, manufacturer Pernod Ricard, France

3. Khlebny Dar, Bayadere group, Ukraine

4. Green stamp(Green Mark), manufacturer CEDC, Russia

5. Nemiroff manufacturer Nemiroff, Ukraine

If you are going to give whiskey, pay attention to Scotch. No wonder Scotland is considered the birthplace and promised land for whiskey. Read more about which whiskey to choose here.

And yet, when choosing alcohol gifts for men, do not forget those two little tips that I mentioned above.