What’s the hottest item at any gift exchange? A bottle of something to savour or splash over the holidays! It’s consumable, shareable and always in the seasonal spirit. Whether your friend, colleague or family group draws names from a gifting pool or strategizes swapping like it’s a sport, make the beloved holiday tradition a modern bottles-only gift exchange this season. A bottle exchange can work for every budget, entertaining style and group. It’s a great icebreaker for unfamiliar and diverse groups, yet it can also allow for deeper personalization when the gifters are well acquainted. Ready, set, gift!
Gift Exchange 101
• Decide on the exchange style. Will you hold a “white elephant” swap, with gift- picking order chosen by draw? (Or perhaps by score in a holiday trivia game conducted before the exchange?) Or will you choose an orderly “secret Santa” exchange by drawing names in advance? Will gifts be wrapped or unwrapped? Can participants nab a previously picked, in-demand gift from another guest? • Determine the number of participants. As host, consider having an extra little gift or two, or additional wrapping and packaging, on hand for last-minute levelling up. • Establish a budget range that’s comfortable for your group.
• Ask about allergies or sensitivities (including anyone who might prefer de-alcoholized or lower-alcohol products) so gifts are appropriate for everyone. • Consider applying a theme. A “favourite things” swap of beloved bottles, drinks related to holiday movies and music or even gifts themed around travel destinations or places—all invite creativity to the party. • Specify wrapping or packaging guidelines. Draw from the inspiration found within our trio of gift-exchange variations to suggest value-added personal touches, add-on gifts or customized gift kits or packages.
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