"Best" depends on who's opening it. So instead of ranking, here's a side-by-side of the main cocktail gifts for her.

• Single kit: Best if she has a clear favourite, like a Margarita. Match the drink to her habits, not yours.

• Duo set: Best if you don't know her taste. It gives her two drinks, so two people can try them.

• Non-alcoholic kit: Best if she doesn't drink. Check stock, as some can sell out.

• Set with bar tools: Best if she's new to cocktails. Skip it if she already owns a shaker.

A cocktail gift set for her beats most alternatives for one reason: she gets an evening, not just an object. Flowers are gone in a week, and a candle can feel generic. A kit gets used, and usually gets talked about.

Every set arrives gift-boxed, with the spirit, mixers, garnishes and recipe card included, so there's nothing extra to buy. Filter by spirit or stock status to narrow the choice fast.

Compare the full range of cocktail gifts for her at The Cocktail Connoisseurs, pick the set that fits her habits, and add a short message to finish it.