Drinks all round? Finding the perfect wine or liquor for that special occasion
For the one and only
What: The Macallan Edition No. 2
What’s special: This 65-year-old peerless whiskey brings together the mastery of The Macallan and El Celler de Can Roca, and is presented in a exquisite decanter inspired by René Lalique's heritage.
For the respected in-laws
What: Karuizawa 1981 Founders’ Cask
What’s special: Bottled in July 2012 at 30 years old, this vintage is without doubt extremely rare. Out of the 347 bottles ever produced, only three bottles will be available in Hong Kong.
For the globe-trotting friend
What: Veuve Clicquot ‘The Clicquot Trunk’
What’s special: This beloved Champagne comes in a travel-themed leatherette-coated traveller case which is embellished with a set a stickers inspired by vintage travel trunks.
For the Sunday boat party crew
What: Absolut Facet Limited Edition Bottle
What’s special: The multi-faceted bottle for this vodka is designed to catch the light in an unexpected way, much as a sapphire gem does, suggesting that the best nights are those that are unexpected and spontaneous.
Special consideration
What: Louis XIII L’Odyssée d’un Roi collection
What’s special: This blend of Louis XIII Cognac comes in a crystal magnum decanter, mouth-blown by Saint-Louis, and is boxed in a bespoke trunk, hand-crafted by Hermès. It is only available at auction, with a starting bid price of HK$800,000.
From the design of the bottle to the taste of what’s inside it, choosing the most suitable label to give as a gift can be an interesting challenge