Do you have a mad bartender in your circle of friends and family?  Here are some gift ideas that should pay you back in cocktails for years to come.

Fun with Chemistry

I haven’t tried this out yet, but doesn’t it look like fun?  This $80 molecular gastronomy kit includes ingredients and recipes.  Cue thunderclaps and evil laughter….

Artisanal Cocktail Cookbook

Insist on acting as quality control on all recipes and this gift will keep on giving for years to come!

Fancy Decanter or Pitcher

Don’t margaritas taste better when poured from a fancy pitcher?  Decanters are a nice way to serve home made liqueurs and infusions.  If you’re going to get buzzed, at least be classy about it!

Spirits from a Micro-Distillery

A true friend will share….