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Handcrafted at the oldest distillery in Japan, the Suntory Yamazaki ($50 - $100) provides a unique experience and quality with a distinct, rich and sophisticated taste. Boasting a vibrant golden amber color, this whisky is comprised of aromas of honey, spices and dried fruit lending a delicate and mellow taste with a woody, dry finish. Both Suntory Yamazaki 12- and 18-year old single malts mature in casks made of different oaks, including American, Spanish and Japanese, to add to the unique complexity of the spirit. [source]

Pass up the drinks with artificial colors, preservatives and sweeteners such as high-fructose corn syrup, for a more natural product. Pepsi Natural ($TBA) contains all-natural ingredients, including pure cane sugar, natural caramel, kola nut extract and light sparkling water. This smooth and mellow cola experience is packaged in sleek 12-oz. bottles.

Start your morning off right with a cup of Starbucks VIA Ready Brew ($20/pack of 24). With a process that took years to develop, Starbucks offers a truly great cup of coffee that can be easily prepared by simply adding water. Made with 100% Arabica beans, VIA Ready Brew is full-bodied and flavorful, available in Colombian or Italian Roast.

Skip the hangover after a night of partying with the help of Code Blue Recovery Drink ($24- $42). This hangover cure has a hint of prickly pear, Agave, and other powerful ingredients that makes one feel better and more alert by replenishing the body with much needed nutrients. Code Blue also contains elements that remove harmful toxins and electrolytes to hydrate the body.

Wide awake drunks are always more fun to hang with than the passed out drunks. Sip a smooth drink that will ensure you don't fall victim to permanent marker 'staches without adding Red Bull or other energy drinks. Vicious Vodka ($30) is a "Premium Caffeine Infused Vodka" distilled three times from a mix of five grains. This drink is strong and delicious and packed with the maximum caffeine allowed in vodka by the US government for optimal jolt. [source]

After decades of enjoyment in 65 countries around the world, Champagne Cattier ($140 and up) will finally be available in the United States. This prestigious company will offer their five distinctive "Premier Cru" in stylish bottles, including Red Kiss (90% Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier/10% Chardonnay), Blue Saphir (80% Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier/20% Chardonnay), Blanc de Noirs (70% Pinot Noir/30% Pinot Meunier), Brut Antique (45% Pinot Noir/30% Pinot Meunier/25% Chardonnay) and the Limited Edition Clos du Moulin (50% Pinot Noir/50% Chardonnay).

Send a bottle of Personalized Moet & Chandon from MyMoet.com ($90 and up) for a truly VIP treatment.  These champagne bottles can be personalized with any special messages written with gold or silver Swarovski Crystals. This exclusive service is currently limited to Moet & Chandon Imperial and Nectar Imperial in both 750mL or magnum size. [via Luxist]

The renowned French House of Krug offers the Krug On My Own Terms ($1,000) just in time for the holidays. The case, which can be order with peronalized plaque in metal, mirror or saddle leather with the House of Krug logo,  includes six bottles of the company's prestigious Grand Cuvée, dubbed "the timelessly stylish signature of Krug." [via Luxist]

The 50 by Dalmore ($1,000) is a whiskey that you should only drink neat. Dalmore has been aging stock with liquids dating back since 1868 and holds the oldest, maturing Highland malt whiskey. This 50-year-old vintage malt delivers a blend of soft fruits on the nose followed by the taste of citrus, crushed almonds and warm spices. The 50 will be released in 191 hand blown Portuguese crystal decanters.

Enjoy a set of Ports from one of the first wineries in the world. The Porto Century Pack ($350) by Sandeman is exclusively produced in the Douro region in North Portugal. The pack includes four different aged Ports in a wooden box. Each bottle is premium aged for ten, twenty, thirty and forty-years, made from a blend of different varieties of grapes.