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IT'S A THING

In the past few months cocktail deliveries – from make-your-own kits to pre-mixed bottles – have become the norm, and the latest evolution sees drinks delivered in letterbox-friendly boxes. Light and portable, they’re an affordable, convenient) will post the aperitif (sealed in a plastic pouch in a slim package) to the person of your choice (or yourself, for a self-gifting win). Its classic negroni is clean and easy-drinking, and there’s also a tropical spin and a five-serve option. Another launch, NIO, delivers classic cocktails in neat sleeves, from gin sours to boulevardiers and tommy’s margaritas – the latter is nicely balanced and suitably punchy. Available in batches of three, six or nine, choose from themed collections or build a custom box ().

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