Whether you’re going “gnome for the holidays,” heading to the boss’ house for a holiday party, or searching for the perfect present for those who made your nice list, we’ve sourced some gifts from our favorite local shops, stores + vendors for you to choose from.
Happy gifting. 🎁
Modjeskas
Anton Busath named these tasty treats after a famous Polish actress Helena Modjeska, who appeared in Louisville several times in the 1880’s | Photo via Muth’s Candies
Muth’s Candies Modjeskas, made of soft, deluxe marshmallow wrapped in a butter + cream caramel, would make an excellent gift for those with a sweet tooth. 🍬 ($12-43)
Holiday lottery tickets
Kentucky Lottery’s Winner Wonderland holiday Scratch-offs make great gifts for any adult on your list, whether it’s a complement to a larger gift, a stocking stuffer, or a fun way to say “thanks” to the host of the latest holiday party you’re headed to.
Tickets range from $1 to $20 with top prizes up to $500,000. Bonus: Buying a Kentucky Lottery ticket helps fund educational programs across the state. 💰
Personalized bat
A Louisville Slugger personalized bat is a unique collectible + makes a great gift
| Photo via Slugger Museum Facebook page
To commemorate a visit to the Slugger Museum, you get a mini bat when you leave. Replicate this essential Louisville token + add a personalized bat to your gifting wrapping list. ⚾️ ($30)
147 Kentucky Derby and Oaks Glass Set
A set includes one 12 oz. Kentucky Derby 147 Official Derby Glass + one 15 oz. Kentucky Oaks 147 Official Oaks Glass | Photo via Derby Museum Store
Churchill Downs releases a special, collectible julep glass each year for the big race, so you can pick up a 147 Kentucky Derby and Oaks Glass Set for your julep-loving friends. 🏇🏼 ($16)
Bourbon Chocolates
Coated in Belgian dark chocolate, adorned with white chocolate detailing + handmade with a creamy, minty center and just the right hint of Kentucky Bourbon | Photo via A Taste of Kentucky
Bourbon + chocolate are a match made in heaven, and A Taste of Kentucky has plenty to choose from (including Mint Julep and Dark Chocolate Covered Cherries). 🥃 ($7-54)
Benedictine
You’ll find more than “lotsa” pasta at this local favorite — take your pick of olives, peppers, pickles, oils to cookies, crackers + more | Photo via Lotsa Pasta Facebook page
Cream cheese, cucumber, sweet onion + fresh dill goodness = Lotsa Pasta Benedictine. Gift this delicious spread with sourdough lite bites or crostini bites. Pro tip: It’s available for pickup only. 😋 ($7-15)
Louisville neighborhood print
Bri Bowers is an artist + illustrator based in Louisville, Kentucky and created this print titled “Waterfront Wednesday” | Photo via Revelry Boutique + Gallery
Revelry Boutique Gallery has a number of neighborhood prints that feature hyper-local hot spots, eats + scenery. 🏘 ($20-30)
Bourbon Toss Game
Each Bourbon Toss Game comes with instructions and a hanging kit | Photo via Revelry Boutique + Gallery
Looking for the perfect Kentucky-inspired game? Revelry Boutique’s Gallery Bourbon Toss Game sets are made from bourbon barrels + will provide hours of entertainment. 🍻 ($30)
Whether you’ve decided to gift some luck with a Kentucky Lottery holiday Scratch-off or are picking up something sweet or savory for those on your list, we hope you’ll spread some local love this season. 🎁 Ⓟ
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