Libation and literary work collides in dramatic fashion in whisky brand Livingstone’s Macbeth collection. If the person you’re shopping for appreciates all the finer things in life—be it a 17th century play or aged single malt—look no further than this whisky collection that reinterprets the characters from William Shakespeare’s classic tragedy Macbeth as Scottish whisky flavours. The Macbeth Act One release features nine bottles, with characters including King Duncan, Lady Macduff and the First Witch, illustrated by Sir Quentin Blake, who’s most famous for his illustrations in Roald Dahl’s books. 

Price: US$100-US$10,000 (around HK$781 to HK$78,100)
Available at: Livingstone, BlockBar and The Whiskey Exchange websites

There’s always that one friend in any party whose impeccable playlist lifts the mood of the whole gathering. This Christmas, show your appreciation for them—and their taste in music—by gifting them Bang & Olufsen’s latest release, the Beosound A5 portable speaker. Slim yet powerful, this stylish speaker comes in three colourways, including Spaced Aluminium, Nordic Weave and Dark Oak. It packs a punch with more than 12 hours of use, plus a wireless phone charger that keeps the tunes going. 

Price: HK$8,000-HK$11,000
Available at: Bang & Olufsen stores across Hong Kong

Just because you’re going to sleep doesn’t mean you can’t do it in style. Indulge that effortlessly glamorous person in your life with sleek silk and velvet pyjamas, robes and other nightwear by Olivia von Halle—all available in animal prints or nature-inspired colours such as olive green or ocean blue.

Price: HK$3,900-HK$4,500
Available at: Sheer Lingerie boutiques and Olivia von Halle website

Those who love a touch of luxury and colour in their homes will fall in love with this delightful rainbow rocking chair called La Mamatoco Rocker Chair by Colombian designer Rafael Zuniga, that’s available at MoMA Design Store, Hong Kong. Made by artisans in Santa Marta, Colombia, using traditional weaving techniques, the chair is made of steel frame, teak legs and recycled PVC strands. 

Price: HK$4,980
Available at: MoMA Design Store Hong Kong website

If you have a special someone in your life who not only loves wine but also the science behind it, gift them the iSommelier Smart decanter by wine accessories company iFavine. This decanter has a molecular air filtration system that producing 90 per cent pure oxygen which is then passed through the body of the wine. This process is said to help open up the wine’s aromas within minutes, making it a handy device for social occasions both at home and outdoors (thanks to its rechargeable battery).

Price: HK$3,950
Available at: Town House Hong Kong website

French fragrance and candle-making company Trudon is offering a limited-edition 2.8.kg candle that smells like all the best bits of Christmas such as leather, cashmere, wood and candied chestnuts. This is perfect for the person who always seems to have a candle lit, and love getting stuck into the holiday season.

Price: HK$5,300
Available at: Lane Crawford boutiques and website

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