Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to raise a glass and toast to love, friendship, or even a little self-care. Our Sip, Savor, and Celebrate: Valentine’s Day Spirits Gift Guide has you covered with a curated selection of premium spirits for every palate. From rich and velvety red wines to classic whiskeys and craft gins, this guide offers options that will make any Valentine’s celebration unforgettable. Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner, a cozy night in, or a lively gathering with friends, these spirits are guaranteed to set the mood.
But the celebration doesn’t stop with gifting! Pair these exquisite spirits with simple yet elegant cocktail recipes to create a truly special experience. Imagine shaking up a sparkling rosé spritz, crafting a decadent chocolate martini, or savoring a timeless old-fashioned. Our guide not only highlights the best spirits for Valentine’s Day but also inspires creative ways to enjoy them. Whether you’re buying for a loved one or treating yourself, these perfectly paired spirits and recipes will ensure your Valentine’s Day is one to remember. Cheers to making the season of love a little more spirited!
CHOCOLATE
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- Compartés chocolatier Jonathan Grahm teamed up with Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall to craft this extraordinary new decadent confection
- Infused with Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon, this bar combines rich butterscotch, creamy vanilla, and sweet caramel flavors for a refined and elevated tasting experience
- Handcrafted in Beverly Hills, this chocolate bar boasts elegant packaging inspired by an Old Fashioned cocktail, beautifully accentuating its rich orange flavor notes
- The bar is available for $9.95 exclusively at fine retailers nationwide.
- It is also available at the Woodford Reserve Distillery and can be shipped nationwide.
WINES
Champagne Telmont Réserve Rosé (SRP: $94.50, ABV: 12%)
Since 1912, four generations of winegrowers and winemakers passed down a vision, passion, and savoir-faire that is based in a commitment to terroir and mastery of the art of wine making. Champagne Telmont is recognized as a sustainability pioneer with a focus on biodiversity, organic farming and race to zero net. Réserve Rosé is an exquisite blend of grapes, stemming from four different harvests. It showcases its strong personality through a symphony of fruits and a full-bodied, elegant presence. Singular in its expression of terroir, a revelation of the variety that nature offers from one year to the next, Réserve Rosé evokes romance and harmony.
- ON THE NOSE: Aromas of raspberries in eau de vie and citrus fruit.
- ON THE PALATE: Flavors of blood orange mingle with delicately creamy notes. An ethereal and crisp finish makes for a harmonious wine from start to finish.
Society De La Rassi (SRP: $70)
Society De La Rassi is a brand-new premium, dealcoholized sparkling wine. Made exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in La Mancha, Alcázar de San Juan, Spain, the wine undergoes vacuum distillation for dealcoholization to preserve its authentic body and essence. With less than 0.5% alcohol, this exquisite Spanish chardonnay redefines luxury, without compromise and makes for the ultimate sophisticated choice.
THE BRAND: Founded in 1785, Piper-Heidsieck has built a legacy of innovation, excellence, and history, beginning with Florens-Louis Heidsieck’s dream of crafting a “cuvée worthy of a queen”—a dream realized when Queen Marie Antoinette became its first ambassador. Today, Piper-Heidsieck is the most awarded Champagne House of the century, served in over 100 countries and led by Émilien Boutillat, the youngest chef de cave of a major Champagne House. The House is dedicated to sustainable viticulture, holding dual certifications for its vineyards and partnering with eco-conscious growers across 319 crus throughout the Champagne region. With a red-carpet reputation spanning Hollywood to Cannes, Piper-Heidsieck continues to champion cinematic arts while embodying timeless luxury and environmental stewardship.
THE WINE: Cuvée Brut is an emblematic multi-vintage champagne, elaborated from a blend of more than 100 crus sourced from three grape varieties of Champagne. The Chardonnay and Meunier enhance the Pinot Noir, offering the welcome freshness and crispness to the blend of this iconic cuvée.
TASTING NOTES: Boasts a fresh, elegant and harmonious profile. Its nose offers delicate notes of pear, white peach, citrus and orange blossom. The palate also reveals aromas of toasted bread, fresh almonds and mint.
PAIRS WITH: Fresh tagliatelle, pan-fried king prawns, white butter sauce with champagne
Additional recommendations: Steak tartare, young comté, courgette flowers, feta cheese and spelt
- SRP: $69
- 12% ABV
Donnafugata Floramundi – Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG 2022
THE BRAND: Donnafugata, founded in 1983 by Giacomo and Gabriella Rallo, is a family-owned winery and leading example of authentic and sustainable winemaking in Sicily. Donnafugata produces tailor-made wines at the pinnacle of Italian craftsmanship, focused on small, prestigious productions from unique territories and vineyards across the island of Sicily.
THE STORY: Floramundi is a fantastic figure of a woman who is giving the gift of wonderful interlacements of flowers and fruits with velvety tones. It is a dialogue between two souls, the elegant and sophisticated one of Floral Liberty, of which Vittoria is rich in testimonies, and the fascinating and suggestive one of the tradition of the Pupi Siciliani (Sicilian Puppets). A dialogue between Nero d’Avola and Frappato to listen to with pleasure. A refined artistic label for a prestigious denomination: Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG.
THE WINE: Made from Nero d’Avola and Frappato, is produced in South Eastern Sicily – Vittoria.
TASTING NOTES: Floramundi boasts an intense ruby color with bright purple reflections, offers intense fruity aromas, among which the notes of cherries and blackberries stand out; the bouquet opens with delicate balsamic nuances of laurel and characteristic spicy notes of black pepper. The tasting is supported by freshness and smoothness that make it juicy and very pleasant to drink. Floramundi expresses the harmonious balance that Cerasuolo di Vittoria can aspire to.
PAIRS WITH: Tasty first courses and grilled meat; try with pulled pork and meat dumplings. Also perfect with red tuna steak, amberjack or important fish baked in the oven.
- SRP: $30
- 13.10% ABV
Sonoma-Cutrer Gift Sets
Sonoma-Cutrer has been crafting wines since 1981 in the esteemed Russian River Valley growing region of Sonoma County, California. Today, their female-led winemaking team produces sustainable certified wines. The Essentials Gift Set ($116) features our Russian River Ranches Chardonnay and Russian River Pinot Noir! This ready-to-drink set comes with two stemless Sonoma-Cutrer wine glasses. Open and let the celebration commence!
BEER
Dale’s Easy IPA: (SRP: $3.29, ABV: 4.9%)
- “Easy IPA” avoids the term “session” to emphasize enjoyment without limits
- Formerly known as the fan-favorite “Pinner,” Oskar Blues re-created this due to popular demand
- Packed with tropical and citrus aromas, this beer has a light bitterness, effervescent mouthfeel and substantial body
- Available nationally in 6-packs of 12-oz cans and on draft.
RTDs
Talkhouse Encore is a line of refreshing, authentic and fruit-forward spirits-based canned seltzers inspired by the iconic Hamptons venue, Stephen Talkhouse. Founded by Ruby Honerkamp, whose family founded and manages Stephen Talkhouse, Talkhouse Encore captures the essence of the iconic Hamptons venue and tastes just like what you would order at the bar. The fruit-forward line comes in six flavors, is gluten-free and made with real spirits, fruit juice, and premium ingredients. Each flavor has no added sugar or artificial flavoring, offering a lighter alternative with authentic taste and fewer calories.
Vodka Soda Cranberry (5% ABV): A refreshing blend of vodka, soda, and cranberry, this tart and sweet blend is perfect for any summer occasion.
