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(Note: I may earn a small commission from purchases made through product links in this article at no extra cost to you. Additionally, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases)<\/p>\n

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Buying gifts for coffee lovers can be a bit overwhelming . The coffee gift space is vast. It runs the spectrum from punn-y cat mugs to the super obscure Bripe, a manual coffee brewing pipe. How do you find the right gift for a coffee enthusiast? Hopefully I can help.<\/p>\n

How to Buy Gifts for Coffee Lovers<\/p>\n

Finding the best gift for a coffee enthusiast starts with some observation. Not all coffee lovers are the same. Some are really into espresso, some are into pour-overs, some just really love good coffee. There are coffee nerds, coffee snobs and the \u2018everyman\u2019 coffee lover. You can start by observing what your gift recipient values.<\/p>\n

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A great way to make these observations is to turn a conversation towards the coffee sphere. Most coffee lovers will like to talk about their passion, so ask them a few questions. These questions can be simple, direct or more covert.<\/p>\n

Where do you go from there? The more you know about the person you are buying a gift for, the easier it will be to pick a gift.<\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t know much about your coffee enthusiast, don\u2019t despair. Here are some ideas from a wide range of the spectrum. From coffee subscriptions to coffee artwork, the Brewing Coffee Manually blog has you covered.<\/p>\n

<\/span>A Bag of Coffee and a Sweet Mug<\/strong><\/p>\n

A quality bag of coffee and a cool mug is my go-to gift for those who want to keep it easy. I have seldom met a coffee lover that isn\u2019t at least a little into the quest to find the perfect mug and coffee lovers like coffee. Why not give them some?<\/p>\n

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If you are having trouble finding the perfect mug as a gift, I\u2019ve written a blog post about selecting a great mug and even listed out a bunch of my favorites. Check it out: Best Coffee Mug and How to Choose the Right One.<\/p>\n

As for selecting a bag of coffee, this can seem a little intimidating. Don\u2019t sweat it. There are a lot of great options out there. Here are some of my favorites.<\/p>\n

Subscriptions<\/p>\n

Coffee subscriptions are a great way to gift coffee without having to actually choose a specific coffee. There are subscriptions that send samples and also ones where the recipient can select which coffee they would like to try (like Netflix). Here are my favorite coffee subscriptions I have tried:<\/p>\n

<\/span>Angels\u2019 Cup<\/strong>\u2013 I have been a subscriber to Angels\u2019 cup pretty much since the beginning. It is a fun way to sample four different coffees blindly on a regular bases. Angels\u2019 Cup has quite a few different subscription models now but their original model is still my favorite: four 30 gram samples of unique coffees, you choose the delivery frequency. Atlas Coffee Club<\/strong>\u2013 I recently sampled Atlas Coffee Club\u2019s coffee of the month subscription box. You can read the full write up here. There is something fun about being a coffee tourist and focusing on the geography of coffee.Misto Box<\/strong>\u2013 Misto Box is a great coffee subscription that has you work with a curator to find coffee that you enjoy. This is a great gift for those people that like coffee but you aren\u2019t exactly sure where their tastes are.Crema.co<\/strong>\u2013 Crema.co has some similarities to Misto Box. If you are giving Crema.co as a gift, your recipient will have the opportunity to select a coffee they would like to receive from a large pool of roasting companies. You can read a review of Crema.co here.Bean Box<\/strong>\u2013 Bean Box has several subscription models to choose from but there is a twist. Bean Box only ships out coffee roasted in the Seattle area. As Seattle is the ultimate coffee city for many coffee lovers, this might be the perfect subscription choice. You can read more about Bean Box here.<\/span>Trade Coffee<\/strong>\u2013 I have not personally tried Trade Coffee\u2019s subscription program but it is similar to Misto Box. Brian from Freshly Brewed recommended them saying they have a great variety and really good coffees.Coffee Roasters<\/p>\n

There are so many good coffee roasters out there, it is hard to single out favorites. It is fun to support and explore local coffee culture. If you have some coffee roasting companies that are local to you, I would encourage you to visit and purchase coffee from them directly.<\/p>\n

There are quite a few roasters that feature subscription programs as well. Check to see if a favorite roaster does a subscription, this could be a great option.<\/p>\n

Many coffee roasters also do Christmas blends. Some of my favorites are Ruby\u2019s Cheers Holiday Blend and Populace\u2019s Joyeux.<\/p>\n

Instant Coffee<\/p>\n

That\u2019s right. Instant coffee is also on the table for craft coffee lovers.<\/p>\n

There are quite a few quality instant coffee\u2019s on the market that would pair perfectly with a stylish coffee mug. Here are three that come well recommended.<\/p>\n

Sudden Coffee<\/strong>\u2013 Sudden Coffee review here.Swift Coffee<\/strong>Viola Coffee<\/strong>Coffee Apparel\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

As I was browsing through all the various coffee websites looking at their mugs, I came across a few other noteworthy merchandise items. If your recipient has an overflowing mug cupboard maybe think about a t-shirt. Does their favorite coffee roaster (or coffee blog) sell shirts? Here are a few to get you started:<\/p>\n

<\/span>La Columbe Dove Pocket T-shirt<\/strong>\u2013 A comfortable looking shirt that is not overtly coffee. Throw in a 4-pack of draft lattes\u00a0to round out the gift.Little Wolf Illustration Tee<\/strong>\u2013 Another cool T-shirt from a roaster I am not familiar with.Choose Your Weapon T-shirt<\/strong>\u2013 It would be remiss if I did not mention that I have a few t-shirts to sell. The Choose Your Weapon T-shirt celebrates some of coffee\u2019s most iconic manual brewers.Verve Trifecta Palm Tree Tee<\/strong>\u2013 Palm trees and coffee. I can get behind that.Onyx \u201cNever Settle for Good Enough\u201d T-shirt<\/strong>\u2013 A simple slogan from a dynamite coffee roaster. Check out their coffee while you are looking at shirts.<\/p>\n

For the kids<\/strong>: My kids love watching and helping me make coffee so I made a shirt just for them. This kid\u2019s Aeropress tee is one of those shirts you wish was made in an adult size.<\/p>\n

Coffee Artwork<\/strong><\/p>\n

Every home coffee bar needs a little coffee art. Here are some of the best prints out there:<\/p>\n

Guide Aeropress Linocut \u201cPress On\u201d\u2013<\/strong> I love this linocut made by the folks over at Guide coffee. Coffee art and printmaking just go together.\u00a0 Pick up a bag of coffee, this \u201cPress On\u201d linocut and share you favorite Aeropress recipe (handwritten of course) and you\u2019ve got yourself an extremely thoughtful coffee gift.<\/span>Chemex Limited Edition 75th Anniversary Prints\u2013<\/strong> For the Chemex coffee lovers on your list this set of three Chemex screen prints are pretty amazing. The prints feature art that was inspired by the original Chemex packaging.The Wild Wander Arabica Letterpress Print<\/strong>\u2013 I have a few prints from The Wild Wander and this coffee one is probably my favorite. Clara Cline has a great style and does many nature illustrations. Be sure to check out the rest of her shop.CoffeeinHandPrints V60 Print<\/strong>\u2013 Amy Schubert is an Australian barista who recently began print making as well. Here current collection includes a Kalita Wave, a V60, a Moccamaster and the much lauded EK43 coffee grinder.Ruby Coffee Nelsonville Screenprint<\/strong>\u2013 I\u2019m a huge fan of Ruby Coffee Roasters and they have gift options for most of the categories on this page. Besides their coffee, this screen print has always stood out to me. I have one hanging in my house and I love it.The \u201cOld Standbys\u201d Gear List<\/p>\n

If you have been reading this blog over the years, this section is not really going to hold many surprises. The basics of a good cup of manually brewed coffee are simple. It starts with a manual brewer, good coffee, a scale and a burr grinder. Though not required, a gooseneck kettle is a very popular entry level manual brewing gift as well. Here are some of my quick picks for each category:<\/p>\n

Manual brewing device-<\/strong>\u00a0You can\u2019t brew coffee manually without a manual brewing device (unless you are doing\u00a0cowboy or mud coffee). Manual brewers range from the 6 dollar\u00a0Melitta \u201cReady-Set Joe\u201d\u00a0to the over-the-top Dragon Brewer. My number one pick for the beginning brewer is the\u00a0Clever Coffee Dripper (brew guide and review\u00a0here) but for a few more glamorous options check out the\u00a0Kalita Wave\u00a0or the\u00a0Hario V60.Digital gram scale-<\/strong>\u00a0A scale is an inexpensive way to make a huge impact on your coffee brewing. Your gift recipient may crack a few\u00a0Breaking Bad\u00a0jokes upon opening this but they should see a big difference when they actually begin using a scale for brewing. My budget scale pick is this\u00a0American Weigh Scale. It is inexpensive and accurate to a tenth of a gram (it has a 60 second time out which is a bummer but it travels well). If you are looking to go top shelf, the stand out in the scale category is the\u00a0Acaia Lunar scale. It has a hefty price tag but will probably be the last scale your gift recipient will ever need (and possibly their grandchildren too, the Lunar is a tank).Gooseneck kettle-<\/strong>\u00a0A kettle is one of the more fun items on the list. There is something about a\u00a0gooseneck kettle\u00a0that just makes you want to brew coffee. I like this option as a gift because it is often an item that an individual wants but is unwilling to purchase for themselves. The two tried and true kettles are the\u00a0Hario Buono Gooseneck\u00a0and the\u00a0Bonavita Variable Temp Kettle. The stand out for this category is the Fellow Stagg EKG electric kettle.<\/span>Burr coffee grinder-<\/strong>\u00a0Talking about\u00a0coffee grinders\u00a0opens up a sizable can of worms. Good electric burr grinders are expensive and there are also a wide variety of hand mills on the market. The\u00a0Hario Skerton\u00a0(or\u00a0Slim Mill) and the Porlex\u00a0are great, low-risk entry level hand mills. I hesitate to recommend buying an electric burr grinder as a surprise gift (unless you know they want a specific one). An electric burr grinder is an expensive gift that will often take up a good amount of countertop real estate. When in doubt, ask questions first.Good Coffee- <\/strong>(See section two.)<\/p>\n

This is a very quick and short list but it should point you in the right direction. If you have questions pertaining to gift ideas for the coffee beginner or intermediate, feel free to\u00a0contact me\u00a0or ask in the comments below.<\/p>\n

Coffee Gear Items of Note<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is no secret that I love all the coffee equipment (both the new stuff and the old standbys). Here is the gear I found most interesting (and giftable):<\/p>\n

<\/span>Prismo by Fellow Products<\/strong>\u2013 I\u2019ve put this Aeropress accessory through the paces over the last couple years and I love it. This pairs nicely with the Able travel cap (make sure they have an Aeropress before you accessorize it for them).Hario Woodneck Drip Pot<\/strong>\u2013 For me, the \u2018Nel Drip\u2019 is one of the most enjoyable methods for brewing and drinking coffee (although it does take a little extra effort, brew guide here).The American Press<\/strong>\u2013 This is a brewer that was sent to me for review. It brews a great cup of coffee and has some advantages over the French Press. I have also brought this brewer with me camping and for some coffee outside excursions and have found it to be durable and a lot of fun. Brewing guide here.Knock Aergrind Hand Grinder<\/strong>\u2013 I had the opportunity to briefly check out this handmill on a chance meet up with Brian Williams (of Brian\u2019s Coffee Spot Fame). I loved this grinder. It has steel burrs for a fast (and quality) grind and it even fits inside an Aeropress. It is a little on the expensive side for a gift but if you are looking for something coffee in that price range, it will not disappoint.<\/span>Ode Brew Grinder<\/strong>\u2013 Okay, I said that I was hesitant to recommend an electric burr grinder but I feel like I should mention this one. I purchased one a couple months ago and it is a solid grinder.Wacaco Cuppamoka<\/strong>\u2013 This is an interesting looking coffee outside pour-over\/mug combo. It is also fun to say. I do not have any personal experience with it.Miir Coffee Canister<\/strong>\u2013 Coffee storage is always a hot topic. In most cases, storing coffee in the bag it came in is perfectly fine. However, this Miir canister is new on the market and look promising.Roast Vision by Espresso Vision<\/strong>\u2013 This is a device for the home coffee roaster and it is making a bit of a splash. This is a device that will objectively measure the roast level of particular coffee. As this gift is on the expensive side, you might want to ask a couple leading questions before purchasing this for someone.Hasima Porcelain Coffee Dripper and Teapot<\/strong>\u2013 For the coffee aesthetics lover, this dripper and teapot combination is stunning.Pure Over Coffee Brewer<\/strong>\u2013 This all glass brewer exploded on the coffee scene via a very successful Kickstarter campaign. I have yet to receive mine but I hope it arrives soon.Oxo 8 Cup Coffee Maker<\/strong>\u2013 This is not a manual brewing device but I thought I should mention it. Oxo sent me one of these to review and I have been impressed with it. It brews a great cup or pot of coffee and is a SCA certified automatic coffee maker.Origami Pour Over<\/strong>\u2013 Brian from Freshly Brewed also brought this dripper to my attention. It is a beautiful pour-over brewer with the ability to use both V60 style filters and Kalita 185\u2019s. Made of porcelain with a separate wooden stand, the only problem I can see is choosing only one from the 11 great looking colors. (Dark Matter Coffee is the exclusive distributor of this dripper in the United States).Stocking Stuffers<\/strong><\/p>\n

I\u2019ll end this gift guide with a couple stocking stuffer ideas for the coffee lover. Here are a few quick coffee stocking stuffer ideas:<\/p>\n

30 Pack\u00a0of Kalita Kantans\u2013<\/strong>\u00a0I\u2019ve written \u00a0a brew guide about these handy little disposable brewers. The\u00a0Kalita Kantans\u00a0are the perfect gift for the people who don\u2019t need extra coffee stuff. They take up almost no room, are disposable and are fun to throw in for on-the-go coffee brewing adventures. Win, win\u2026. win. I put together a\u00a0post\u00a0(and\u00a0video) featuring my minimalist coffee brewing travel kit. It is a pretty solid kit for being so basic. The\u00a0immersion heater\/stainless pitcher\u00a0combo really makes this kit portable and useful (you could even throw in a pack on\u00a0Kalita Kantans).<\/span>Coffee Makes Me! Sticker by Kyle White\u2013<\/strong>\u00a0 I really like this\u00a0\u201cCoffee Makes Me!\u201d Sticker. I put mine on my airpot I use when I bring coffee for my co-workers but it would also look good on a water bottle or coffee journal.Baratza Encore Accent Kit<\/strong>\u2013 Baratza has released a series of different colored accents to add a little flare to your Encore. They offer green, orange, blue, white and yellow.Third Wave Water<\/strong>\u2013 No coffee stocking is properly stuffed without a little Third Wave Water. I absolutely love this stuff. Make sure you include a gallon of distilled water so the brewing can commence immediately.<\/p>\n

What is missing for my list? If you know this I should add or opinions on the things I have listed, let me know in the comments. Merry Christmas from the Brewing Coffee Manually blog!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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