Let’s be honest – many times we judge a bottle by its cover, don’t we? And can you blame us? Some bottles are just too gorgeous to discard – you simply want to keep them neatly lined on your shelves and cupboards. Whether it’s the hand-painted details, unique embossing, the shape of the bottle, or the overall colors on the labeling, these bottles make you pause a little longer than usual and make you question: “Do I really have to throw this bottle away?”
If you too are like us, here are 10 beautiful liquor bottles you’ll want to keep with you long after they’re empty.
Absolut Vodka has long been a fan favorite, not only for its taste but also the unique minimalist bottle. From unique collaborations with artists to its classic metallic edition bottles, Absolut Vodka’s bottles have been experimental for the most part. The clean, cylindrical bottle paired with the minimal chrome-finish stopper. The blue branding on top of the glass bottle only adds to the clean and modern look.
Price: INR 2,370 in Mumbai
If the Japanese are exceptional at something, it has to be their packaging and attention to detail! The bottle takes inspiration from Japan’s beautiful landscapes and symbols, showcasing flowers and cranes – important elements in Japanese culture. The clear glass piece features 24 facets that represent 24 sekkis or seasons in the Japanese calendar. While it is no longer available for retail, the bottle is available for private collections and we bet you wouldn’t want to miss out on getting your hands on this piece of art disguised as a bottle of whisky.
This next bottle on our list feels like soft French aesthetics have poured itself in a bottle. The St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur bottle is glamorous, chic, and oh-so-elegant in every way possible. The black and gold color combination adds a layer of mystique and elegance to the elderflower liqueur. The bottle also resembles an antique perfume bottle or a glass wand from a vintage Parisian boutique. Once it's empty, simply fill it with fairy lights or a small money plant to use as a decor piece. Très chic!
Price: USD 32.99
Most often, whisky bottles are built with a more ‘masculine’ and sharper design aesthetics, however, this whisky breaks from the norm and presents a beautifully elegant bottle. The box containing the bottle has a captivating watercolor-inspired artwork, with shades of beige, pale pink, greys, and blue. As you unravel the bottle, you’ll be delighted to find the sleek bottle with a minimal white label. On the center of the clean, white label is an artwork that resembles a Renaissance-like portrait. Isn’t the bottle then a true piece of art?
Price: USD 477
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What if we tell you that you can get alcohol in a jam jar? We know it's surprising, but there’s a bottle of Jam Jar Gin out there! With whimsical fonts and a playful yet clean label design, the bottle reminds you of your childhood days when you tried stealing candies from such jars. Whether reused to hold actual jam, flowers, or just as bar cart décor, this bottle is too cute to toss.
Price: USD 49
Japanese whiskeys are known for their sophisticated, understated flavor and unique craftsmanship. And the same beautifully reflects on their bottle, take the Suntory Whisky Toki as an example. Its bottle is minimalist, elegant, and Japanese to the core. Toki’s bottle design is all about embracing clean lines and understated elegance. The square shape pairs well with the simple, minimal label with Japanese calligraphy. This makes the Suntory Whisky Toki feel like a zen sculpture in a bottle form.
Price: INR 5,250 in Mumbai
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Next on our list of 10 beautiful bottles is a gin that’s straight from the Northeast. The gin rcently became the first-ever spirit from the Northeast to be exported, and isn’t that simply a matter of pride? Cherrapunji Gin is the most unique among the ten bottles in our list simply because of the military-grade stainless steel bottle over a glass bottle. The artwork on the bottle is even more unique – vibrant artwork inspired by Meghalaya’s forests and monsoons. The artwork is moody, earthy, and takes inspiration from traditional art – exactly the kind of bottle you want to use as your daily-use water bottle.
Price: INR 2700 in Goa
The dark, mystique aesthetics of this bottle are enough to make you feel like you’ve laid your hands on a secret bottle of magic potion. The Teller’s bottle is thick glass, heavy base, and heavy on colorful graphics. It feels like it was stolen from a mysterious 1920s speakeasy and dropped accidentally into the modern world. The singular steely gaze of the golden eye and the psychedelic artwork draws you into the bottle and tempts you to take a sip of this coffee liqueur.
Price: INR 1850 in Goa
TERAI gin’s bottle is a nod to Indian architecture and ancient symbols. The long, slender bottle shape resembles ancient pillars cut on a glass canvas. Each bottle has a distinct stopper crafted by Channapatna artisans – known for crafting lacquered wooden toys for ages. These stoppers are made from locally sourced ivory wood, lending a unique, rustic touch to the sleek bottle. Additionally, the bottle also features a white and golden colored label that features the 11 different botanicals of the gin. A combination of sleek, modern, and vintage, all in one!
Price: INR 2,840 in Mumbai
Bottoms up, but bottles stay! After all, liquor may come or go but a beautiful bottle stays with you forever (as long as you don’t break it). So the next time you're eyeing your bar shelf, don’t just think about what's inside the bottle, think about what it can become after you’ve downed the last sip.
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