What to Buy for a 1st, 5th or 10th Anniversary (If They Love Cocktails)

Some anniversaries call for something extra special. And whether you're celebrating your own milestone or gifting to a couple you love, it helps to find a present that matches the moment.

 

The traditional gifting themes — paper, wood, tin — are charming in theory, but don’t always translate into something memorable or personal. That’s where we come in.

 

At Kocktail, we bottle bar-quality cocktails with care, craft, and a bit of ceremony. From single-serve gifts to shareable tasting sets, these ideas work for every taste and milestone — no clichés required.

 

Here’s what we recommend for 1st, 5th and 10th anniversary gifts, if they love cocktails.

 

1st Anniversary: Something Sweet & Meaningful


Traditional gift theme: Paper

Newlywed energy, heartfelt gestures, and plenty to toast to.

 

handing over a bottled amaretto sour cocktail gift

Amaretto Sour


Rich, silky and sweet with a citrusy edge, the Amaretto Sour is a romantic classic that always lands well.

 

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Kocktail Cosmopolitan 50cl bottle displayed beside a poured cocktail in a martini glass, highlighting vibrant colour and elegant presentation.

Cosmopolitan


Stylish, fruity and full of character — the Cosmopolitan is perfect for someone who likes their cocktails with a bit of flair.

 

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build your own cocktail box

Build-Your-Own Collection


Choose four 100ml cocktails to create a personalised gift box. Includes garnish, “Story Behind the Serve” cards and elegant packaging.

 

Build Your Own Box

 

These picks are ideal when you want something that feels thoughtful, fun and not too formal.

 

 

5th Anniversary: Something Bold & Flavourful


Traditional gift theme: Wood


Five years in — a milestone that deserves more than dinner out.

 

Bottled Negroni cocktail set by Kocktail, showcasing Classic, Chocolate, Fruit Cup and Mediterranean Orange flavours

The Negroni Collection


Four bold 100ml Negroni variations — Classic, Mediterranean Orange, Chocolate and Fruit Cup — in one sleek box. Garnish and serving cards included.

 

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Kocktail Old Fashioned Collection featuring four 100ml bottled cocktails in a premium gift box, showcasing whiskey-based twists

The Old Fashioned Collection


Whiskey-led and full of character, this set includes four takes on the Old Fashioned, from PB&J to Cherry Cola.

 

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Flavour-forward, confident and designed to impress — just like your fifth year together.

 

 

10th Anniversary: A Statement Gift


Traditional gift theme: Tin


Ten years on deserves a gift that feels considered, generous and worth celebrating.

 

The Kocktail Mixed Case 

 

Six 500ml bottles, beautifully boxed and covering the full flavour spectrum. Makes around 30 bar-quality drinks — perfect for hosting or celebrating at home.

 

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best selling trio of bottled cocktails

Best Sellers Trio 


Espresso Martini, Margarita and Passionfruit Martini — three 500ml cocktails in a clean, contemporary gift case.

 

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These are elevated, show-stopping gifts that bring the bar experience home — no extra glassware or ingredients required.

 

 

Why Kocktail Works for Milestone Anniversaries

 

  • Made in small batches by real bartenders
  • Cocktail gifts that are easy to serve, but feel premium
  • Gift-ready packaging (with optional message add-ons at checkout)
  • Garnishes and “Story Behind the Serve” cards included with collections
  • Fast UK-wide delivery

 

Whether you’re planning a big celebration or a quiet night in, these are gifts that show real thought — and deliver real flavour.

 

 

Final Sip


Milestone anniversaries deserve something meaningful, but that doesn’t mean you need to follow tradition to the letter. With Kocktail, you’ll give a gift that reflects their taste, your thoughtfulness, and the joy of raising a glass to everything they’ve shared so far.

 

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