Every December, the same question lands on someone's desk. What do we get the team? And the clients? And the one client who really, really matters?
The classic answer is a bottle of wine. It's easy, it feels generous, and it suits some of the people on your list. But not all of them.
Here's how to choose a corporate Christmas gift that works for everyone, plus our picks at every budget.
Why the bottle of wine doesn't always land
Think about who's actually on your list. Someone's pregnant. Someone's driving home from the Christmas party. Someone's doing a sober year, training for a marathon, or simply doesn't drink for personal or cultural reasons.
A bottle of wine quietly leaves those people out. And a corporate gift is supposed to do the opposite: make people feel valued.
The good news is you don't have to swap something special for something bland. A premium alcohol-free drink still feels like a proper gift. It still comes out at the table, still gets poured into a nice glass, and still gets toasted. It just works for everyone.
What makes a good corporate gift?
Before you choose, run your shortlist past these four questions.
- Will everyone on the list be able to enjoy it? Inclusive beats impressive.
- Does it feel premium? Packaging matters. This is a reflection of your business.
- Is it useful or consumable? Branded stress balls end up in a drawer. Something they can share at Christmas lunch gets remembered.
- Does it have a story? Australian-made, small-batch and local all give your gift something to talk about.
Our corporate gift picks, by budget
All of our bundles are made in South Australia with native botanicals and contain up to 0.5% ABV, so they work for drinkers and non-drinkers alike.
For the whole team (under $50)
- White Meets Rosé Duo: our De-Alc Sparkling Wine and De-Alc Sparkling Rosé. One crisp, one juicy, ready for every Christmas toast.
- Summer Spritz Duo: our De-Alc Limoncello Spritz and De-Alc Yuzu & Mandarin Spritz. Bright, citrus-forward and made for long summer afternoons.
For valued clients ($50 to $80)
- The Sparkling Edit: De-Alc Sparkling Wine, De-Alc Sparkling Rosé and De-Alc Limoncello Spritz. A little white, a little pink, a little zest.
- The Italian Spritz Kit: our De-Alc Sparkling Wine and Non-Alc Italian Aperitif. Everything they need for a proper booze-free spritz.
- The Spirits Duo: our Non-Alc Botanical Spirit and Non-Alc Italian Aperitif. For the client with a home bar.
- The Long Lunch Trio: De-Alc Limoncello Spritz, De-Alc Sparkling Wine and Non-Alc Italian Aperitif. Made for long lunches and slow afternoons.
For VIPs and key partners ($100 and up)
- The Entertainer: sparkling, rosé and both our non-alc spirits. Something for every guest, all night long.
- The Polka Collection: the whole line-up in one box. Our best value bundle, and the one that says thank you properly.
Ordering for a team or client list
Buying more than a handful? We make corporate gifting easy.
- Volume pricing on orders of 20 bottles or more
- A personal gift message optional for every recipient
- Delivery to multiple addresses, so remote team members and interstate clients are covered
- Fully custom bundles, built around your team, your clients and your budget
Tell us how many people you're gifting, your budget per person and your delivery date, and we'll come back with a quote within 3 business day. Email us at marketing@polkadrops.com.au.
Don't leave it too late
December gets busy for everyone, couriers included. To make sure every gift arrives before the office closes for the year, place corporate orders by 10 December 2026.
A gift that keeps everyone in the toast
The best corporate gifts say thank you without making anyone feel left out. This Christmas, give something the whole team can raise a glass to.