There’s nothing like a cocktail to cure the post-work blues. But unless you have a fully-stocked bar cart, pulling together your favourite drink might mean several trips to the supermarket.
Avoid ingredient-hunting and get your hands on one of our top ten most popular cocktail gift sets instead! They come equipped with all the right liquors and spirits, perfect for making four of your chosen drinks.
If you need inspiration, look at our comprehensive list of Cocktail Crates’ best boxes.
1. Pornstar Martini
It’s no surprise that the Pornstar Martini Gift Box is one of our best-sellers.
Douglas Ankrah invented this Instagram-worthy crowd-pleaser in London in 2002. Since then, it’s become globally renowned for its delicious fruity notes and glamorous reputation.
This delicate combination of vodka, passion fruit and a splash of prosecco will make your next cocktail night the best one yet. If you purchase with Cocktail Crates, you’ll receive the following:
- 1 x 200ml Prosecco ABV. 10.5% vol
- 1 x 200ml Passion Fruit Juice
- 2 x 100ml Vodka ABV. 40% vol
- 1 x 60ml Passion Fruit Liquor ABV. 17% vol
- 1 x 60ml Lime
2. Espresso Martini
For coffee lovers with a taste for mixology, the Espresso Martini Gift Box is a dream come true.
This box contains high-quality coffee liqueur, vodka, and sugar syrup to perfectly balance rich espresso and smooth spirits. It's a fantastic choice for those who appreciate a sophisticated and energising cocktail.
In the Espresso Martini Gift Box, you’ll receive:
- 1 x 250ml premium cold brew
- 2 x 100ml Absolut Vodka ABV. 40% vol
- 1 x 60ml Kahlua ABV. 16% vol
- 1 x 60ml sugar syrup
- 1 x 30ml Frangelico ABV. 20% vol
- 1 x coffee bean bag
3. Bloody Mary
The Bloody Mary Gift Box is a must-have for brunch enthusiasts and fans of savoury cocktails.
French bartender Fernand Petiot created this cocktail in the 1920s, and since then, it’s taken on a life of its own.
Designed to wake up your taste buds, the Bloody Mary consists of its base ingredient, tomato juice, combined with hot sauce, lemon juice, salt and pepper. It’s certainly not for the faint of heart, but it’s an excellent way to expand your cocktail palette.
Purchasing our Bloody Mary Gift Box will get you:
- 2 x 200ml Tomato Juice
- 2 x 60ml Vodka ABV. 40% vol
- 2 x 60ml Tequila ABV. 38% vol
- 1 x 60ml Lemon
- 1 x Hot Sauce
- 1 x Himalayan Salt
4. Old Fashioned
Our Old Fashioned Gift Box is the perfect embodiment of sophistication and elegance. Invented in the 1800s, the Old Fashioned is built on a foundation of quality whiskey, typically bourbon or rye, for a smooth and robust flavour profile.
The whiskey's warmth is complemented by adding a simple syrup or sugar cube: this touch of sweetness brings a balance to the drink that’s truly unmistakable.
Unlike many modern cocktails, it embraces a back-to-basic approach by allowing individual ingredients to shine. The bitters play a vital role, imparting a complex and aromatic character that takes the drink to new heights.
The magic of the Old Fashioned lies in its simplicity. Try one for yourself with our Old Fashioned Gift Box, packed with:
- 2 x 100ml Whisky ABV. 40% vol
- 1 x 60ml Orange liquor ABV. 20% vol
- 1 x 60ml Cane sugar
- 1 x 10ml Bitters ABV. 44% vol
- 1 x jar cocktail cherries
- 1 x 200ml Soda water
5. Negroni
Find the perfect balance of bitter, sweet and herbal flavours with our Negroni Gift Box. The Negroni is a sophisticated, balanced combination of three main ingredients: gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth.
The gin provides a strong and juniper-forward base, while the Campari, a bitter Italian aperitif, adds a pronounced bitterness and a unique blend of botanicals.
The sweet vermouth lends a touch of sweetness and a rich, complex character to the cocktail. When combined, these ingredients create a harmonious symphony of flavours that dance on the palate.
In our Negroni Gift Box, you’ll receive the following ingredients:
- 1 x 100ml Gin ABV. 40% vol
- 2 x 60ml Campari ABV. 21% vol
- 2 x 60ml Sweet Vermouth ABV. 15% vol
- 2 x 200ml soda water
6. Mojito
A well-made Mojito is truly a sight to behold. Now, you can make your own with a Mojito Gift Box! This delightful combination of rum, lime juice, mint leaves, sugar, and soda water is the perfect summertime treat.
The genius combination of mint and lime creates a cooling effect guaranteed to chill even the hottest of heads. Tantalise your taste buds with the zesty, citrusy explosion of lime that’s expertly balanced by adding sugar.
The rum adds a distinct depth and a subtle warmth to the drink without overpowering the other ingredients. As the mint leaves slowly release their essential oils, your drink will become infused with a refreshing and invigorating herbal essence.
Create four of your own Mojitos with the ingredients included in our cocktail gift boxes:
- 1 x 100ml Bacardi White Rum ABV. 37.5% vol
- 1 x 100ml Bacardi Spiced Rum ABV. 35% vol
- 1 x 60ml sugar syrup
- 2 x 200ml Soda water
- 1 x 60ml Lime
- 1 x 10ml mint syrup
7. Pina Colada
Finally, a summertime classic: the Pina Colada.
With a Pina Colada Gift Box, you have instant access to four delectable cocktails, no matter the weather. Made with rum, pineapple juice, and coconut cream, this delicious concoction takes you to a tropical paradise with every sip.
Inside the Pina Colada Gift Box, you’ll receive:
- 1 x 100ml White Rum ABV. 37.5% vol
- 1 x 100ml Spiced Rum ABV. 35% vol
- 2 x 200ml Premium Pineapple
- 1 x 100ml Coconut cream
- 1 x 60ml Lime
- This box contains 4 generous servings of Pina Colada cocktails