On the Fourth Day of Christmas: The Gift of Holiday Spirit

Although yesterday's choice was all about detox, the holidays wouldn't be merry without spirit – the drinking kind, that is!

Holidays are well-known for the fabulous and indulgent foods that are around in excess, but the season wouldn't be complete without some extra cheer brought on by adult beverages such as Eggnogs, mimosas and poinsettias.

Wines and spirits come in handy during the holiday season, making the perfect host or hostess gift or universal present. They work for parents, siblings, friends and even bosses. No one will be disappointed if they are given the ingredients for an enjoyable cocktail, their favorite bottle of scotch or a relaxing bottle of wine during one of the busiest times of the year.

Want to give more than just a bottle? Invest in a basket, including fruits, cheese and bar nuts to compliment your purchase of wine or spirit, or add rimming salts and garnishes to mixers. Wine and liquor also makes a great addition to a new collection of glasses or a personalized flask.

Broadway Warehouse Liquors

Location: 349 Wantagh Avenue

Phone: 516-579-7436

Variety for Less: A store employee said the array of goods sold during the season ranged heavily, but they had a variety of in-demand goods in stock. The busy store buys in bulk, so prices stay low.

Lennys Liquors

Location: 172b Gardiners Avenue

Phone: 516-731-3436

Gifts Galore: Though the holiday season is bustling, owner Lenny Genovese says he is never too busy to make custom gift baskets for his customers. "We make them with whatever the customer wants us to make them with," he said.

Sizzling Wines

Location: 2949 Hempstead Tpke.

Phone: 516-605-0027

What's Hot: Store employee Roger said wine is selling like crazy this season. Sizzling Wines also offers its patrons pre-made baskets, but if customers want to create their own, it's not a problem for the staff to assist them in putting together a basket to impress, he said.