Stand out from the usual gift of wine and chocolates.
December arrives, and inboxes fill with identical corporate gifts. Wine bottles with company logos, boxes of branded chocolates, and generic hampers that scream "bulk order". Your clients receive dozens of these forgettable items, but how many gifts do they actually discuss or recall?
Corporate gifting has become predictable and impersonal. Companies spend thousands on gifts that end up in office cupboards or are passed along to someone else. The challenge isn't finding something expensive – it's finding something memorable that strengthens business relationships rather than just ticking a box.
Why Traditional Corporate Gifts Fall Flat
Most business gifts follow the same tired formula. Safe choices like chocolates often end up shared around the office rather than appreciated by the intended recipient. These gifts lack personality and rarely create lasting impressions.
The problem runs deeper than gift selection. Traditional corporate presents often feel transactional rather than thoughtful. They send the message that you’ve fulfilled an obligation rather than shown genuine appreciation for the business relationship.
Timing creates additional issues. Everyone sends gifts in December, meaning your thoughtful present gets lost among dozens of others. Recipients can’t remember who sent what, diminishing the impact of your gesture entirely.
Generic gifts also miss opportunities to reinforce your brand personality. A bottle of wine tells recipients nothing about your company’s values, creativity, or attention to detail. The gift becomes a missed chance to strengthen brand recognition and differentiate yourself from competitors.
If you are interested in personalised cocktails, using a unique flavour or just trying something slightly more exotic then get in touch - our Christmas gift selection is about to launch and we have some great things on offer for corporate thank yous that reflect your company style and values better than something straight off the shelf.
