A Fun Family Holiday Activity
Vices Subscription Box ($130)
Box Review: I love how curated the box is with an overarching theme to make it an experience. I got the mezcal tasting kit, which came with three bottles of different mezcal, three tasting glasses, and four food-based items. The food included artisanal chocolate, spiced mango jerky, blood orange slices dipped in a sugar cream, and smoked Oaxacan mole, which you either pair with one of the mezcal bottles or be used as a garnish for cocktails! Initially, I never was familiar with mezcal. I loved that I could learn more about it through this experience. Now, not only do I realise that there is a difference between it and tequila, but it was also a fun activity to do with the family at Thanksgiving! We tried out all the mezcals and paired them with the food pairings, and we even tested out our bartending skills. I also got the Anna x Robert Vices elevated entertaining set, which came with an agate cheese plate and knife, agate whiskey rocks, and a bottle stopper. This set was so gorgeous I primarily use it for home decor! The cheese plate is on the smaller side so it can double as a bottle coaster. My dad, who loves Scotch, uses the whiskey rocks instead of ice for his daily evening cap. You can use both boxes together to transport yourself to a swanky bar on the Upper Eastside or separately, either way, it's truly an elevated experience! This box truly embodies appreciating the finer things in life while making it an experience to learn about the artisanal goods in the box."
Who would you gift it to?
This would be a fantastic gift for the holidays, especially when we are stuck at home. The box is truly an experience. It's on the pricier end so this is something I would get for those closest to me who I know would appreciate experiences like this. This makes a great gift for friends, family, and even coworkers if your personal budget allows for it. You can curate the boxes to their interests as well, but it's also fun to discover and learn something new! I would honestly even gift this to myself!
— Anvita Reddy, editorial coordinator, Shop