Start with the person, not the bottle
Before you pick, answer one question: what does this person already drink? Someone who orders rye and ginger will enjoy a better rye far more than a bottle of something unfamiliar. When you genuinely do not know, choose a well-known name in a familiar category — whiskey, cognac or champagne.
This guide is part of our Christmas alcohol delivery guide for the GTA, which covers dinner and party planning as well.
For the whiskey drinker
Johnnie Walker Black Label is the safe, respected choice: a blended Scotch that works neat, on ice or in a highball. For a Canadian whisky fan, Crown Royal Deluxe comes in its well-known presentation and is easy for anyone to enjoy. Jameson Irish Whiskey is the friendliest option for someone who prefers smooth over smoky.
$130.00
In stock
Crown Royal Deluxe
Choose your pack size
$80.00
In stock
BIG IT UP +$20
Upgrade to 1.14 L — $100.00
Jameson Irish Whiskey
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$90.00
In stock
BIG IT UP +$20
Upgrade to 1.14 L — $110.00
For the host
A bottle of champagne is the classic host gift because it can be opened that night or saved for New Year's. Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut is recognised everywhere. If the host prefers wine with dinner, a red they can pour straight away is more useful than something that needs cellaring.
For the parent or older relative
Cognac reads as a considered gift. Hennessy VS is approachable, sips well and suits after-dinner conversation. For a parent who enjoys a gin and tonic, Bombay Original Dry Gin is a reliable upgrade on whatever is in the cabinet.
Hennessy VS
750 mL
$130.00
In stock
Bombay Original Dry Gin
750 mL
$80.00
In stock
For the friend who likes tequila
Tequila gifts have become far more common, and premium blanco and reposado bottles look good on any shelf. Don Julio Blanco is crisp and clean for margaritas or sipping; Casamigos Reposado is softer, with a light oak finish that suits sipping neat.
Don Julio Blanco
750 mL
$160.00
In stock
Casamigos Reposado
750 mL
$170.00
In stock
For coworkers and Secret Santa
Workplace gifts should be easy to enjoy and hard to misread. A mid-range, familiar bottle beats anything niche. Check your office's gift limit first, and if you are not sure the person drinks, choose a non-alcohol gift instead.
What to avoid
- Novelty bottles that look fun but nobody wants to drink twice.
- Very peated or very high-proof spirits for someone whose taste you do not know.
- Large-format party bottles as gifts — a 1.14 L reads as party supply, not a present.
- Gifting to anyone under 19 or anyone who does not drink.
Pair the gift with a party
Buying gifts and party drinks at the same time? The Christmas party drinks guide helps you size the rest of the order. Browse the gift ideas and premium bottles collections for more options.
Common questions
What is a safe alcohol gift for someone I do not know well?
A well-known whiskey, cognac or champagne. Familiar categories are easier to enjoy than niche bottles.
Can alcohol be delivered as a gift?
Yes, if the recipient is 19 or older and can show valid ID at the door.
Is tequila a good Christmas gift?
Yes. Premium blanco and reposado tequilas are popular gifts for anyone who already enjoys tequila.
