Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom who loves home distilling, there are several thoughtful and meaningful gift ideas that you can consider. These gifts will not only enhance her passion but also show her how much you support and appreciate her interests.

1. Distilling Starter Kit: Consider gifting her a high-quality distilling starter kit. It could include all the necessary equipment and ingredients, such as a distillation apparatus, fermentation vessels, yeast, and perhaps even a recipe book. This way, she can experiment with different ingredients and techniques, allowing her to expand her skills and knowledge in home distilling.

2. Personalized Barrel: Another unique gift idea is a personalized aging barrel. These barrels are small and perfect for aging spirits at home. You can customize it with your mom's name or a special message, making it an extra special and sentimental gift. It will not only add a decorative touch to her distilling setup but also enhance the flavor and quality of her creations.

3. Distilling Workshop or Course: Enroll your mom in a distilling workshop or course. This gift will give her the opportunity to learn from experts, gain new insights, and refine her skills. Many distilleries offer classes or workshops where participants can learn about the process, different spirits, and even create their own unique batches. It would be an enriching and educational experience for her.

4. Craft Spirits Subscription Box: A subscription box focused on craft spirits can be an excellent gift idea. These boxes typically include a selection of curated spirits from small-batch distilleries around the world, along with tasting notes, cocktail recipes, and other related items. It would expose your mom to new and unique flavors, providing inspiration and enjoyment in her distilling journey.

5. Customized Glassware or Decanter: Upgrade your mom's distilling experience with a set of personalized glassware or a beautiful decanter. Engrave her initials or a special message onto the glass or decanter to make it truly unique and meaningful. Every time she enjoys one of her homemade spirits, she will be reminded of your thoughtful gift.

6. Distillery Tour or Tasting Experience: Treat your mom to a distillery tour or a tasting experience at a renowned distillery. This gift will allow her to explore the behind-the-scenes process of distilling, learn from professionals, and taste a variety of spirits. It will not only be a memorable outing but also a source of inspiration for her own distilling ventures.

Remember that personalizing the gift and considering her specific preferences will make it even more meaningful. Focus on supporting her passion for home distilling, and whatever gift you choose, she will appreciate the thought and effort you put into finding something that aligns with her interests.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”