Gourmand gift guide 2008

Aquavit New York White Cranberry ($29.99)

This holiday season, toast to tradition by raising a glass of the same centuries-old Scandinavian spirit created in-house at the eponymous restaurant Aquavit. Meaning “water of life” and resembling a potent flavored vodka, the tart, fruity liquor is smooth enough to sip chilled à la the Swedes or mix into cocktails, like the signature White Cranberry Cosmopolitan. Skål!

Available at Park Avenue Liquor (292 Madison Ave., 212-685-2442)

Buy online at www.parkavenueliquor.com