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Holiday Gift Guide 2023

It’s that time of year again. Gift guide time! I know you have so many people to buy for and let’s face it, not everyone is easy to buy for.

I’ve included a little bit of everything for this gift guide. I know you will be able to find something for everyone.

 Flor de Caña
Flor de Caña

 Flor de Caña 

A perfectly refreshing pick-me-up for gatherings with family and friends during the warmer months. An exceptional 12-year-old, super premium rum aged in bourbon casks to obtain its uniquely smooth and well-balanced finish. Sustainably crafted, from field to bottle, at a 5th generation family estate since 1890 and naturally aged without artificial ingredients at the base of a tropical volcano. Best enjoyed with a splash of sparkling water or ginger ale and an orange peel, or in classic cocktails such as an Old Fashioned.

$32.99

Quinta da Fonte Souto


Quinta da Fonte Souto
is located on the Serra de São Mamede within Portalegre, a sub-region in the Alentejo, renowned for wines of superior concentration and minerality. The 511 acre Fonte Souto estate, known for its striking chestnut grove, or “souto,” includes 106 acres of mature vineyards located at an altitude of 1,640 feet within the São Mamede National Park that rises to 3,400 feet, the highest mountain range in southern Portugal. As a result, vineyards benefit from cooler conditions than most areas of the Alentejo, which offer a bright and refreshing quality to the wines. A visit to Quinta da Fonte Souto is a unique opportunity to explore this special property, including a variety of guided tours and tastings. Until then, enjoy these current offerings!

2021 Quinta da Fonte Souto White embodies all the strengths of the property’s unique terroir: the freshness and balance afforded by the altitude; the concentration which derives from mature, low-yielding vines and the complexity and structure provided by the barrel fermentation sur-lie with bâtonnage. This white blend allows for maximum expression of the Arinto (75%), widely regarded as Portugal’s finest white grape variety and a smaller Verdelho component (25%). 2021 is the Symington family’s fifth vintage since purchasing the estate in 2017.

2019 Quinta da Fonte Souto Red is a blend built around the leading grape, Alicante Bouschet (45%), with important contributions from Syrah (30%) and Alfrocheiro (25%). 2019 was a dry and mild year resulting in an especially fresh and aromatic vintage. Yields were low, contributing to balance and high quality grapes, producing a very fresh, elegant wine with well-defined texture.

Mightylicious

There’s a new reason to celebrate the holiday season thanks to the uncompromising cookie mavens at Mightylicious Every bite of their Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, the latest addition to their cookielicious lineup, explodes with the classic taste of fall with none of the gluten or allergens that so many people are avoiding these days. 

With their warm notes of cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg, MIGHTYLICIOUS Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are lovingly made from an old family recipe to deliver a healthy twist on a timeless holiday favorite. Their festive red packaging makes them the perfect stocking stuffer, an inspired hostess gift, or a Thanksgiving dessert everyone can enjoy.

$8.99

Cenote Tequila Blanco

Mexico- This lively tequila is packed with bright citrus and pepper on the nose. Flavor of rich, cooked agave, spices, subtle wood, green vegetables, are a result of mellowing the spirit in American Oak barrels for three weeks. 93 points from Beverage Tasting Institute 2021.

Dread River Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Distilled from 60% corn, 30% wheat and 10% malted barley, Dread River’s flagship bourbon is the first bourbon distilled in Birmingham in over 100 years. Heavy notes of vanilla and caramel on the nose dissolve into a blend of toasted oak and baking spices on the palate, mellowed by a subtle rum sweetness. 

Regular price $52.99

Blume’s Meltdown Gel Cream

Blume’s Meltdown Gel Cream is making serious waves on TikTok with a jaw-dropping 45 million views (and counting). It’s like a digital sensation, and for a good reason. This moisturizer doesn’t just hydrate; it delivers a generous 72-hour moisture dose. And the best part? It’s all about feeling as light as a feather while doing wonders for your skin.’

20.80

Salute Coffee Organic Smoked Honduran Dark Roast – 12oz Bag

Indulge in the depth of our organic Smoked Dark Roast Coffee, an intriguing fusion of flavors. Using select beans from the vibrant landscapes of Honduras, we roast them to a dark profile, intensifying their inherent richness. The bold twist lies in the smoking process where Texas Mesquite wood imparts a distinctive smoky undertone during roasting. Relish in our Smoked Dark Roast, where the robust Honduran beans are beautifully complemented by the smokey allure of Texas Mesquite.

GLAMRŪM Jelly Masks Sample – Gift Set

For those who love masks, this Gift Set comes complete with a sample size of all four of Glamrum’s jelly masks – 24k, Hyaluronic Acid, Bamboo Charcoal, and Egyptian Rose. A great way to explore and discover the perfect one for you! Ideal for pampering days.

$25

Veriphy Skincare Core Trio Gift Set

Get the products that started it all and experience healthy, glowing skin. Fight dryness with our ultra-hydrating Self Absorbed Facial Moisturizer. Banish dull skin with our Power Trip Facial Serum, a gentle, exfoliating and hydrating serum that will leave your skin looking smooth and radiant. Then top it all off with our award-winning 20/20 Eye Cream to dramatically reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 

Price $207

Sunwarrior Plant-Based Protein, Warrior Blend

Great for athletes who already take a whey protein to transition into plant-based protein. It offers all the benefits without all the negative side effects of whey proteins such as bloating and cramping. 

$40; Amazon

M3 Naturals Bum Bum Cream

A skin firming and tightening lotion with deeply hydrating body butters and botanical extracts that turn uneven and dry to silky soft and plump. ($18; Amazon)

The Kraken Black Spiced Rum 94 Proof

The Kraken® is the world’s first black spiced rum, housed in an iconic bottle. Taste the flavors of cinnamon, vanilla, and nutmeg and experience its magic. The Kraken® Original is 94 proof. It has a distinct aroma of caramel, toffee and spice with flavors of cinnamon and vanilla and a lingering spicy finish. (47% ABV – 94 proof) The Kraken®, blended with secret spices, is perfect to spice up classics and new favorite cocktails or as a shot.

LEGO ® Harry Potter ™ Magical Year at Hogwarts!

Step into the world of LEGO® Harry Potter™ and lead the characters through a year at Hogwarts™ with this amazing new activity box format. Invite imaginative play with 70+ pieces, including a diorama of the Gryffindor Common Room and adorable Christmas Lego minis!

What’s inside?

·       LEGO® minifigures (Harry, Ron, and Hermione)

·       Minibuilds

·       A pop-up play diorama

· A booklet with fun facts and anecdotes that will help readers discover the mysteries of Hogwarts including the fascinating teachers, amazing spells, a house tournament, and other special school moments!

Acquesi Asti Spumante

I recently got into Asti! It’s pale gold color and greenish hue leads to complex floral aromas of fresh tree fruits, honeycomb and exotic spices. The palate is fresh, sweet and persistent with a lingering, sweet fruity finish.

SRP: $17.99

Lily England

Lily England, a cruelty free and vegan line of beauty accessories aimed to bring premium products at purse friendly prices to vanities everywhere! I love the fun colors of the brushes and they have a really nice grip.

Hair Brush Set for Women and Teen Girls of All Hair Types – Detangling Paddle Brush, Blow-Drying Round Brush and Drying Vented Hair Brush ($26.99)

Royal Blue Sky

Royal Blue Sky is not your average champagne; it’s a rich and silky experience enjoyed over ice that unfolds with ripe mangoes, orange jam, and a touch of white Vermouth. The finish is fresh and delightful, making it the perfect companion for a sweet treat.

$68.00

Patisserie Vanessa Canelé

Introducing the Canelé, a French delight that hails from the winemaking regions of Southern France. Vanessa’s Canelé is truly unique, featuring a sublime, custardy texture on the inside and a caramelized crust on the outside, with a subtle rum infusion.

Price: $15-75

Rosy & Earnest

Fragrance without compromise is possible! This NEW woman-owned and operated brand makes exceptional fine perfumes with worry-free ingredients. Rosy & Earnest launched two flagship scents, Be Earnest and Be Rosy, which meet the highest health standards while delivering luxurious scents you’ll obsess over. As an EWG Verified brand, their perfumes are free of any known chemicals of concern for non-toxic and lovely fragrances. They’re also the second Eau de parfum brand worldwide and the first in Canada to be EWG Verified. Talk about exceptional perfumes! The brilliant nose behind the brand’s first two scents is Nathalie Feisthauer, an award-winning Master Perfumer from Paris, France

Friday Night Cocktail

It’s Friday night and you’ve had a long week and you’re ready to take a few moments to relax and unwind.  You deserve it.  It’s time for a relaxing cocktail. Author A.J. Dean has compiled a fabulous collection of 52 simple and delicious drinks—plus a bunch of variations—that will help you uncoil from the week and start the weekend.  Friday Night Cocktails is a must-have cocktail book for anyone who is interested in a well-made but not fussy homemade mixed drink. The focus of the book is “cocktail as ritual” —a recognition that the transition from the workweek to the weekend should be a celebration.  The recipes are a collection of classic, contemporary, and unique drinks. Each of the recipes are made with common ingredients that readers can easily stock up on and keep at hand. “The key to a delicious cocktail is balance. With a little understanding of the roles of the main components—alcohol, water, sugar, bitters—you can begin to experiment on your own,” Dean explains.  “Like the French 75 cocktail (gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, sparkling wine). Why not try grapefruit juice in place of the lemon? Or make the same recipe but use different gins?”

Riva Leone Gavi  2021

This classic is pale yellow-green in color; the nose bursts with citrus , pear and mineral followed by a crisp, fresh racy finish.

SRP: $14.99

Riva Leone Barbera 2021

Deep-ruby garnet in color, the fruit forward nose exhibits black cherry and spice followed by a lush, medium-full bodied palate and a rich fruit finish.

SRP: $11.99


Power Life

Fitness legend + celeb trainer Tony Horton who founded the P90X program, the most successful fitness program in America. He created a line of nutritional supplements, called Power Life, to provide a nutritional roadmap for consumers to feel their best at any age. 

Power Life was created as a result of Tony working with specialists to understand how to manage symptoms of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, a rare form of shingles he contracted. 

Made with scientifically-backed ingredients for optimal efficacy, Power Life products embody the highest standard of quality in nutrition and all products provide targeted solutions to optimize your health and fitness and are 3rd Party Lab-Tested for safety and efficacy. 

Power Life offers both whey and plant protein powders for various dietary preferences and lifestyles. 

Botanery Barn Distilling

Botanery Barn Distilling, producers of award-winning craft spirits, announced the launch of Revivalist Garden Gin. Revivalist was created by gin connoisseur Brendan Bartley, the world-renowned Head Bartender and Beverage Director at Bathtub Gin in NYC and LA.

Unlike other gins that flavor bomb with one ingredient, too many ingredients, or artificial ingredients, Bartley’s vision was an all-natural, sustainably produced gin with a balanced, well-rounded palate using unique botanicals. Each plant was specifically selected for its ethno-botanical roots — the cultural practice of using plants for functional, spiritual, and culinary purposes. He melds the earthiness of ashwagandha, citrusy notes from lemon verbena leaf, floral notes from rose hips, subtle stone-fruit sweetness from plum, and nuttiness from hemp seed into an elegant and versatile gin.

The EspressoWorks Machine

No more waiting around for your caffeine fix! With its Advanced Thermoblock The EspressoWorks Machine gets you up and running in no time. Plus, the built-in steamer wand makes frothing milk a breeze, so you can create lattes, cappuccinos, and more!

This all-inclusive set has everything you need: the EspressoWorks 15-Bar Espresso Machine, a tamper and measuring spoon for precise dosing, an electric coffee grinder, a high-quality portafilter, single and double shot baskets, two stylish ceramic espresso cups, and a milk frothing pitcher. It’s the ultimate package for a barista experience at home.

Cameron Hughes Wine

Meet Cameron Hughes Wine, a wine company with a simple mission: offer great wines at budget-friendly prices.

As a wine trader, Cameron Hughes Wine doesn’t own vineyards or a winery — their focus is on purely sourcing the best wines and negotiating the best price. They look in every cellar and barrel room, and peek behind every door marked “Employees Only.” Sometimes they buy wine still in the barrel, and other times they buy “shiners” (wine already in a bottle with no label). Deals are made discreetly, and typically protected by an agreement to keep the source winery undisclosed to protect their brand.

The result? CHW is able to offer a $60 bottle of Pinot for under $20. Currently on offer the Lot 947, an absolute gem of a Russia River Valley 2018 Pinot Noir from a top Sonoma estate that discontinued its Pinot program, and one of the year’s best acquisitions. The Lot 947 is now available for $19.

Lustau East India Solera

Lustau East India Solera boats upfront aromas of Pedro Ximenez –raisins, jammy red plums, dates, walnuts, coffee and toffee with hints of tobacco. It has a salty edge and refreshing acidity balances.
This smooth sherry pairs well with desserts and cheeses or by itself as an after-dinner treat with an unforgettable finish! And at a suggested retail price of $31, this is the perfect staple to stock your bar for all of your holiday dinners, parties and festivities


Satin Pillowcases from Morning Glamour

Give the gift of the best beauty sleep ever! Satin pillowcases offer an amazing amount of beauty benefits for skin and hair. Beauty enthusiasts rave about smoother skin and healthier hair by using the Morning Glamour satin pillowcases and accessories that are vegan, cruelty-free, and made in the USA. They’re a dream to sleep on! Morning Glamour is owned and operated by Kristen Lantz and Hector Loza. Morning Glamour was born in 2011 when Kristen and her sister had an epiphany after switching to satin pillowcases. They realized that satin offers many beauty benefits, from tame morning hair to fewer wrinkles. The difference was so palpable they realized that they were getting real “beauty sleep.” Then, they determined that satin pillowcases should be sold in beauty aisles everywhere. Thus came Morning Glamour, the company that redefines how you rest. Available at Morningglamour.com Amazon, Target, Walmart, and Beauty Bridge Price: Satin Pillowcase Standard/Queen 2-Pack – $24.99

Big Sipz

Big Sipz are a refreshing, small but mighty RTD beverage that are 16% ABV! Available in two sizes (200ml Cups and 330ml tetra packs), these convenient delicious cocktails roll out in a selection of classic and nostalgia-invoking flavors, such as Spiked Fruit Punch and Blue Raspberry Punch, Classic Lime Margarita and more! 

Imagery | Available nationwide with a suggested retail price of $2.99 for cans and $3.99 for tetra packs

Rancho La Gloria’s RTD Margaritas

The flagship Margarita puts a subtle twist on this classic cocktail. Made with 100% Blue Weber Agave and real lime juice. Simply pour over ice and enjoy! Available in 11 different flavors including: Original Lime, Strawberry, Mango, Watermelon, and Peach.

Imagery | Available at select retailers nationwide

Find a store near you at rancholagloria.com

Vinho Barrique Cask Strength

Fully matured in used American oak wine barrels that have been toasted and re-charred to bring out fruity vanilla notes.

Flavor: A rich fusion of vanilla and caramelized sugars with dark chocolate on top. Ripe melon and mango together with kiwi and a delicate burst of citrus fruit. Pepper is also present in the background waiting to be noticed.

Palate: The taste ends with clean and complex flavors embodying all that is best in the finest malt whiskies and enjoying a long aftertaste

SRP: $249.99

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