Top 10 Barware Gifts for Whisky Lovers: Decanters & Glasses

The best barware gifts for whisky lovers are a statement decanter set, quality whisky glasses, and chilling stones. Our top pick is the Official Atari Joystick Decanter Set (£99.99), a lead-free crystal decanter with two whisky glasses and a tray. For a smaller budget, the Original Stormtrooper Whisky Glass & Stone Set (£14.99) gives a glass plus stones that chill without watering the drink down. Every gift below is officially licensed, so a whisky fan who's also a film or gaming fan gets a real collectible, not a generic tumbler.

Key takeaways

• The best all-round gift is a decanter set, and it pairs a statement piece with glasses and looks the part on any home bar.

• For under £15, the Stormtrooper Whisky Glass & Stone Set is the strongest budget pick.

• Chilling stones beat ice for whisky lovers: they cool the pour without diluting it.

• Whisky is a safe gift theme. Scotch exports alone hit £5.36 billion in 2025, the equivalent of 43 bottles shipped every second (Scotch Whisky Association).

• Every pick here is officially licensed Atari or Original Stormtrooper barware, which matters for quality and collectibility.

What makes a great barware gift for a whisky lover?

A great barware gift matches how the person drinks: a decanter for someone who displays their spirits, the right glass for how they sip, and chilling stones for anyone who hates a watered-down dram. Get those three right and the gift lands whether they drink Scotch, bourbon, or Irish whiskey.

A decanter does real work, not just decoration. It lets a spirit breathe, keeps air out with a sealed stopper, and turns an ugly supermarket bottle into a display piece. That's why decanter sets keep topping whisky gift guides: they upgrade the whole ritual, not just the pour.

Whisky itself is an easy theme to buy around. It's the world's most-traded spirit, and the person on your list almost certainly has a bottle waiting for better glassware.

Best barware gifts for whisky lovers at a glance

The 10 best barware gifts for whisky lovers

1. Official Atari Joystick Decanter Set: best overall

The Atari Joystick Decanter Set (£99.99) is the best overall barware gift for a whisky lover who also loves retro gaming. The decanter is shaped like the original CX-10 joystick and comes with two Action Button whisky glasses and a games-pad tray, all in lead-free crystal.

It's a genuine centrepiece. Buyers describe it as the standout of their drinks cabinet, and the glass feels premium rather than gimmicky. This is the gift for a milestone birthday or a big thank-you.

2. Original Stormtrooper Whisky Decanter: best novelty decanter

For a Star Wars fan who drinks whisky, the Original Stormtrooper Decanter is the best novelty decanter. It's a 750ml flint-glass bottle shaped like the Stormtrooper helmet, sealed with a steel cork, and available in transparent or white finishes.

It was designed by Andrew Ainsworth, who made the original 1976 Stormtrooper helmet, so it carries real Star Wars provenance. It preserves the spirit and doubles as display-shelf art.

3. Stormtrooper Whisky Glass & Stone Set: best under £15

The Original Stormtrooper Whisky Glass & Stone Set (£14.99) is the best barware gift under £15. You get a helmet-design whisky glass plus chilling stones that cool the pour without melting into it.

Chilling stones solve the whisky drinker's oldest complaint: ice waters the dram down. This set fixes that for the price of a couple of coffees, which makes it an easy Secret Santa or add-on gift.

4. Stormtrooper 3D Whisky Glasses (Set of 2): best for sharing

The Original Stormtrooper 3D Whisky Glasses come as a set of two 300ml glasses, making them the best gift for a whisky lover who likes to share a dram. Each glass carries the detailed helmet artwork and holds a generous measure.

A pair works better than a single for anyone who entertains, and the 300ml size suits whisky, dark rum, or an old fashioned equally well.

5. Original Stormtrooper 3D Whisky Glass: best single glass

For a smaller gift, the single Original Stormtrooper 3D Whisky Glass (150ml) is the best standalone whisky glass. It's the right size for a neat measure and doubles as a display piece with its 3D helmet design.

At single-glass size it's a strong stocking filler for a fan who already owns plenty of barware and just wants one more characterful piece.

6. Official Atari 3D Beer Glass: best for the beer-and-whisky drinker

The Official Atari 3D Beer Glass (£24.99) is the best pick for someone who drinks both beer and whisky. It holds a full pint (600ml), carries the classic Atari logo, and pairs naturally with the Atari decanter set for a matching home bar.

Not every whisky lover drinks only whisky. A proper pint glass covers the other half of their fridge and keeps the retro-gaming theme consistent.

7. Original Stormtrooper 3D Beer Glass: best collector's beer glass

The Original Stormtrooper 3D Beer Glass is billed as a world's first and suits the fan who collects as much as they drink. Like the rest of the range, it's officially licensed and built around Andrew Ainsworth's helmet design.

A collector values the story as much as the object, and a first-of-its-kind piece gives them both.

8. Original Stormtrooper 3D Tiki Glass: best for cocktail nights

The Original Stormtrooper 3D Tiki Glass (£19.99, 425ml) is the best barware gift for a whisky lover who also mixes cocktails. The tiki shape and helmet detailing make it a talking point for a whisky sour, an old fashioned, or a tiki-style long drink.

It widens the gift beyond neat whisky to the cocktail side of a home bar, which suits anyone who likes to experiment.

9. Original Stormtrooper Inflatable Beer Bucket: best party barware

The Original Stormtrooper Inflatable Beer Bucket (£14.99) is the best affordable party gift. It's a fun, practical cooler for a garden party or a BBQ, keeping bottles chilled with a bit of Star Wars character.

It's the light-hearted option in the range: low cost, high visibility, and genuinely useful when the whisky drinker is hosting rather than sipping.

10. A complete home-bar set: best ready-to-pour gift

For the biggest impact, pair a decanter with matching glasses for a complete ready-to-pour gift. The Atari Joystick Decanter Set already bundles this; for Star Wars fans, combine the Stormtrooper decanter with the set-of-two whisky glasses.

Whisky gift guides consistently rate decanter-plus-glasses pairings above single items, because the recipient can use the whole thing straight out of the box. Add their favourite bottle and the gift is complete.

Which whisky glass should you choose?

Choose an Old Fashioned (rocks) glass for everyday whisky drinking and a Glencairn for serious tasting. The rocks glass is wide, heavy-bottomed, and holds ice or stones, which makes it the safe universal choice. The tulip-shaped Glencairn concentrates aroma for someone who noses their whisky carefully.

A novelty licensed glass, like the Stormtrooper whisky glass, sits alongside these rather than replacing them. It's the display-and-personality pick: bought because the person loves the character, not because they're chasing tasting notes. For most gift-buyers, that emotional match matters more than glass geometry.

Are these barware gifts officially licensed?

Yes. Every barware gift here is officially licensed Atari or Original Stormtrooper merchandise, made under agreement with the brand owner. That's why the Stormtrooper pieces credit Andrew Ainsworth, the designer of the 1976 helmet, and the Atari set uses the genuine CX-10 controller shape. Official barware is made to a brand-approved standard and holds its value, which we explain in why collectors pay more for official merch.

If the whisky lover on your list is specifically an Atari fan, it's worth knowing the story behind the brand too  see the history of Atari. It makes the decanter set land as more than just a novelty.

Where to start

If you want one gift that reliably impresses, start with the Atari Joystick Decanter Set  it's the complete package at a giftable price point. On a tighter budget, the Stormtrooper Whisky Glass & Stone Set does the most for the least. Browse the full range on the barware collection and match the theme to what the person actually loves: Star Wars, retro gaming, or just a better pour.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best barware gift for a whisky lover?

The best barware gift for most whisky lovers is a decanter set, because it pairs a statement decanter with glasses for a complete home-bar upgrade. The Atari Joystick Decanter Set (£99.99) is a strong pick; for a smaller budget, a whisky glass and stone set works well.

Do whisky stones work better than ice?

Whisky stones chill a drink without diluting it, which ice can't do as it melts. For a whisky lover who wants to keep the spirit's strength and flavour intact, stones are the better gift. A set like the Stormtrooper Whisky Glass & Stone Set includes both glass and stones.

What glass is best for drinking whisky?

An Old Fashioned (rocks) glass is the best all-round whisky glass: wide, heavy-bottomed, and able to hold ice or stones. Serious tasters prefer a tulip-shaped Glencairn to concentrate aroma. Novelty licensed glasses suit fans who value the design and character.

Are novelty barware gifts good quality?

Officially licensed novelty barware can be high quality. The Atari decanter set uses lead-free crystal, and the Stormtrooper pieces are made from flint glass to a brand-approved standard. Because they're licensed rather than bootleg, they meet quality checks and hold collectible value.

What is a good barware gift under £20?

Under £20, the best barware gifts for whisky lovers are the Stormtrooper Whisky Glass & Stone Set (£14.99), the Stormtrooper 3D Tiki Glass (£19.99), or the inflatable beer bucket (£14.99). Each is officially licensed and makes an easy stocking filler or Secret Santa gift.