The Collection

Mini-bottles, fifties, minis, nips. They have many names around the world. This collection began sometime in 2006 with a simple appreciation for small things and the craftsmanship of miniature liquor bottles.

What started as a casual interest quickly grew into a dedicated collection. Each bottle represents not just a brand or spirit, but often a memory, a trip, or a gift from friends and travelers.

Collection Guidelines

• I only purchase new bottles (no vintage hunting)
• I try to limit to glass bottles (plastic only if unique design or prominent brand)
• I try to purchase in person (to avoid bankrupting myself online!)
• I definitely find more new bottles when traveling
• 50ml is the standard, but any small-ish bottle is collected (other sizes are noted)
• All gifts from friends and travelers are added regardless of other qualifications

About This Site

This website serves as both a catalog for the collection and a playground for exploring modern web technologies. Built with Next.js 16, Sanity CMS, and TypeScript, it demonstrates the power of modern web development tools while preserving the history and stories behind each bottle in the collection.

The site features responsive design, server-side rendering, optimized images, and a headless CMS for easy content management. It's a labor of love that combines hobby collecting with professional web development.