Booze may be the obvious gift choice for someone who loves whiskey. But the problem is that the gift is gone once they’ve downed the last drop.

The great thing about drinking whiskey, though, is that it’s an art – from the presentation to the pairing to the storytelling.

That means you can easily find whiskey-related gifts that aren’t a bottle of whiskey. Let’s walk through the 10 best gifts for someone who loves whiskey.

1. Whiskey subscription: Best whiskey gift for the experimenter

Instead of buying a bottle of whiskey that will soon be gone, why not keep the libations flowing with a whiskey subscription?

Some options for whiskey subscriptions include:

• Blind Barrels ($59.99 quarterly or $199.99 annually): They’ll get a quarterly blind tasting whiskey kit that features hard-to-find selections from smaller craft distilleries. 

• Flaviar $186 for three months, $372 for six months and $745 for 12 months): Give the gift of an award-winning bottle of bourbon each month. Choose from a three-, six- or 12-month subscription. Warning: Subscriptions are quite pricy, so make sure it’s for someone you actually like.

• Pour More ($50/month for a whiskey or bourbon subscription and $55 for a Scotch subscription): Choose between a Whiskey of the Month, Bourbon of the Month or a Scotch of the Month subscription to ensure the recipient’s bar cart never runs dry.

Not only will the person get to explore new whiskies, but they’ll also remember how awesome you are every time their shipment arrives.

2. Glassware: Best whiskey gift for the novice

No one will take a whiskey drinker seriously if they don’t have the right glassware, so this could be the perfect gift if you’re shopping for the whiskey newbie. Here are the basic glasses every whiskey lover needs:

• Glencairn glasses ($39.99 for a set of six): Glencairn glasses are essential for drinking whiskey. The tapered neck concentrates the whiskey’s aromas and flavors, making the glass ideal for nosing and tasting.

• Rocks glasses ($33.95 for a set of two): Rocks glasses are wide and sturdy, making them ideal for any whiskey or cocktail served over ice.

• Gold-rimmed whiskey tumblers ($29.95 for a set of two): Tumblers are like a hybrid of Glencairn glasses and rocks glasses, making them the most versatile of whiskey glassware. You can use them to sip your favorite liquid neat, on the rocks or for a variety of cocktails.

• Deco Meridian Highball Glasses ($33.95 for a set of two): These tall and skinny glasses are meant to leave room for water, soda or the mixer of your choice.

If you’re looking for a cheaper gift or the person already has an ample collection of whiskey glassware, coasters are a good choice. This “Call Me Old Fashioned” leather coaster and this “Reserved for Bourbon” coaster are two of our favorites.

3. Make-your-own whiskey kit: Best whiskey gift for the DIYer

For the DIY-er, this Make-Your-Own Whiskey Kit ($59.99) offers the chance to try their hand at whiskey-making before they run off and open their own distillery.

The kit includes six vials of wood chips, six vials of botanicals, two glass bottles with customizable labels and corks, and six stainless steel whiskey stones.

The best part: Play your cards right, and they might just gift you a bottle of their DIY whiskey creation.

4. Infusion kits: Best whiskey gift for the mixologist

An infusion kit lets your favorite whiskey enthusiast give their beverage a makeover with some added flavor. Infusion kits may not be a good choice for a whiskey purist, but these are some options we think someone who’s not a whiskey snob will like:

• Sweater Weather Cocktail Infusion Kit ($24.95): This kit is perfect for anyone who likes to sip a good drink by the campfire.

• Pineapple Jalapeno Infusion Kit ($24.95): For the person who wishes they were sipping their beverage on a tropical beach, this kit is the next best option. 

• Old-Fashioned Infusion Kit ($24.95): If your whiskey drinker adores a classic cocktail, they’ll love this old-fashioned infusion jar.

They’ll just pour it into their whiskey of choice and voila! They’ll have whatever flavor of whiskey their heart desires.

5. Personalized decanter: Best whiskey gift for the stylish drinker

A whiskey decanter is a vessel with a stopper or lid that’s used to store whiskey and reduce the exposure to air and light.

It’s particularly useful when you open a bottle but don’t consume the entire thing in a sitting, and it also comes in handy for blending and serving. Plus, you just look fancier when your home bar has one.

A few of the most unique decanters for whiskey lovers:

• This globe decanter set ($79.99) is great for someone who loves to travel.

• Crafty types will probably like this Constellation1797 decanter ($168) that features a ship in a bottle.

• Pet parents will appreciate this cat-shaped whiskey decanter ($79.99) or this dog whiskey decanter ($69.99).

• A guitar-shaped decanter ($61.99) makes a sweet gift for the whiskey-swigging musician in your life.

Decanter design is an art, so you can find one to match the whiskey lover’s tastes or interests. 

6. Cocktail smoker: Best whiskey gift for the entertainer

Entertaining is about putting on a show, but there’s only so much you can do with basic home bar tools. That’s why a whiskey lover who frequently entertains will love a good cocktail smoker.

Adding smoke to a cocktail ups the “wow” factor and also lets you customize drinks with various wood chips.

A good option is the Aged & Charred Cocktail Smoker Kit ($89.99). It comes with a smoke lid, torch, eight wood chip flavors and a recipe book to help them start experimenting.

7. A good flask: Best whiskey gift for someone always on the go

Sometimes, you need a discreet sip of your favorite beverage when you can’t get to your bar. These flasks let a whiskey lover bring the bar with them while they’re on the go:

• The snapshot flask ($44.95) looks like a camera, but lets a whiskey lover capture the moment with whiskey instead.

• This black ceramic flask ($124.50) keeps things classy and makes for a good bar top accessory.

• For the fisherman, a trout flask ($45.95) offers an easy way to celebrate the day’s catch.

• This matte army green flask ($29.95) is a no-nonsense drinking tool that’s ideal for surviving kids’ birthday parties, workplace bonding retreats, family dinners and meetings that never end. 

Next time the whiskey lover needs a sip to preserve their sanity, they’ll know just who to thank.

8. Whiskey-flavored anything: Best whiskey gift for the foodie

When someone loves drinking whiskey, why not help them eat their whiskey, too? There are plenty of options for adding that liquid gold flavor to food. Here are some options for a whiskey-loving foodie to savor:

• Horse Soldier Bourbon Barrel-Aged Barbecue Sauce ($24.95) makes for a tasty addition to chicken, ribs or steak.

• Blanton’s Bourbon Caramel Popcorn ($15) is a snack that will satisfy any bourbon lover.

• Bourbon Barrel-Aged Coffee ($24.95 for a 12-ounce bag) is the next best thing to adding actual whiskey to your coffee.

• Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon Maple Syrup ($38) is a tasty addition to any breakfast, plus you can kinda-sorta claim that you bought them a bottle of Pappy’s.

• Bonfire Bourbon Beef Jerky ($26.95 for a three-pack) makes for a delicious treat whether you’re on the go or need a campfire snack.

If they really can’t get enough of the taste and aroma of their favorite beverage, you could also give them an old-fashioned candle ($38.95), whisky and honey lip balm ($8) or rye whiskey bar soap ($8).

9. A book about whiskey: Best whiskey gift for the learner

For someone who truly appreciates the art and science behind their beverage, a good book about whiskey is a solid pick. A few top books that a whiskey lover will enjoy:

• Bourbon: The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of an American Whiskey ($16.29, hardcover) by Fred Minnick gives a complete history of bourbon, from its birth in the 1700s to its modern-day comeback.

• Dead Distillers: A History of the Upstarts and Outlaws Who Made American Spirits ($24.07, hardcover) by Colin Spoelman and David Haskell profiles 50 people who were instrumental in the history of whiskey, including George Washington, Jim Beam, Jack Daniels and Julian “Pappy” Van Winkle.

• Everything You Need to Know About Whisky: (But are too afraid to ask) ($31.55, hardcover) by Nick Morgan is the definitive guide to drinking Scotch like a pro.

If the person is learning the craft of mixology, a cocktail recipe book could also be a great choice. Some options we like include The Complete Whiskey Course Cocktail Book ($29.95) by Robin Robinson and The Cocktail Atlas: 200 Drinks From Around the World ($39.95) by Chris Vola.

10. A whiskey tour: Best whiskey gift for someone you actually want to spend time with

If you’re willing to splurge and spend time with the whiskey lover, you could plan a vacation to explore some of the best bars and distilleries in the U.S. or across the globe. The Kentucky Bourbon Trail may be the obvious destination, but here are a few off-the-beaten path destinations for whiskey lovers:

• The Florida Distillery Trail spans from historic St. Augustine to Key West, encompassing 39 Sunshine State distilleries.

• The North Carolina Craft Distillery Trail takes you across distilleries in the Tarheel State, many of which are renowned for their bourbon and rye.

• The Northwest Whiskey Trail encompasses Oregon, Washington State and British Columbia and is the only whiskey trail to cross international borders. 

• The Texas Whiskey Trail has four parts: The North Texas Trail, South Texas Trail, Hill Country Trail and West Texas Trail.

The best whiskey is the kind you’re drinking as memories are made. So even if you only have an afternoon to spare, hitting up a local distillery or bar could be the best gift for a whiskey lover.