I’m organising a present for a man who loves red wine and ale. We’ve got £60 to spend on it.
I don’t drink so I have no clue. What kind of thing should I get? Is it worth spending a lot of it on the wine? Idk
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I know about ale, but most wine tastes like vinegar to me.
A six pack of a local craft brew (or a variety of them if possible) makes a nice addition to a booze basket.
Thanks mate. I’m teetotal so clueless, where do i buy local craft beer?
You’ll have to ask Google about that, try local breweries or six pack shops. Beer people love to make recommendations, but you may have to sit through a five minute explanation to get it.
Instead of alc, what about a beer mug / chalice? Check out etsy
That’s a really nice idea thanks
I’d say go mid-range with the wine unless they’re super pretentious. Avoid sales because that can mean a wine is old and they need it gone. Red wine can range from in flavor but most people like Cabernet. If want to do something different you can do a port, or even old vine Zinfandel.
Great tips thanks! Any pointers for choosing a good cab?
Your selection is probably different since we are in very different regions, but I’ve had good luck with Curious Beasts, Bonterra, or Butter. Don’t overthink it.
Nice one thanks 😊
Just go to bevmo or total wine and ask them. There are people who’s job it is to answer these questions.
Don’t trust Total Wine. They push certain brands that aren’t actually the best.
Ask him what his favorite is in a rando conversation. He’ll probably go on for a while and mention a few. Then grab him one of the ones he mentions, or two if the budget allows. You can also go to the clerk and tell them what he said, there might be something similar and in a variety pack. If he’s adventurous at all he’d probably like at least something from the variety pack.
That’s good practical advice thanks!
