Got a coffee lover in your life who's always brewing, sipping, or talking about their next cup? Whether they're a morning enthusiast or a coffee bar connoisseur, finding the perfect coffee lover gifts can be tricky! But don't worry—we’ve brewed up the ultimate coffee gift guide for your caffeinated friends. From essential coffee bar equipment to Holiday coffee gifts, these ideas will spark joy with every sip.
This is the ultimate coffee gift guide; designed and organized to find the best gifts for your coffee lover. Start by deciding which category they enjoy best, and we'll chat about beans and brewing options, gift subscriptions, and a list of resources to share with them to dive deeper into the world of coffee. Let's dive in!
Coffee Bar Equipment
What Brewing Method to Choose
There are so many different brewing methods one can choose from, so we’ll break it down by their morning routine. These tools will enhance the brewing process and add a touch of sophistication and ease to their coffee brewing experience.
The Morning Person: Perfect Coffee Bar Equipment for Early Risers
This person is up with or before the sun and loves a nice, slow start to their day. They prioritize time enjoying the small details, yet still need their daily jolt to get the morning going. These coffee gifts are sure to transform their mornings!
- Kalita Wave: Flat-bottom dripper great for easy pour overs
- V60: Conical dripper, better for experimenting
- Aeropress (clear): Beautiful and great for a variety of brew strengths
- Hario V60 Pour Over Set or Hario V60 Pour Over Stand Set: Beautiful Holiday gifts, all you need is coffee!
- Chemex for larger quantities of coffee, however not as versatile
- Espresso machines: The ultimate coffee gift. This one is a higher investment but will quickly become their favorite hobby! (And they may never stop talking about it)
The Traveler: Unique Gifts for the Person on the go
Whether they’re jet-setting or hiking, these coffee lover gifts make sure they’re never far from a great cup. From compact coffee makers to portable brewing kits, these essentials ensure they can enjoy their favorite brew anywhere—whether it’s a busy airport or a remote campsite.
- Aeropress Go: Compact, lightweight and versatile
- French Press: A bit more fragile, great for bold-tasting cups
- A simple coffee dripper like the V60, Kalita Wave, or Origami dripper also travel well
- A hand grinder for fresh grounds on the go
- Don’t forget a coffee tumbler - our Tumblers are a favorite!
Gifts for Coffee Lovers Who Love to Sleep In: Cozy Coffee Essentials:
For those coffee lovers who cherish their beauty sleep, a perfect gift can make their lazy mornings even sweeter. Imagine waking up to the enticing aroma of freshly brewed coffee without having to lift a finger! The best coffee tools are ones they can use to "set it and forget it".
- Breville Precision Coffee Brewer: Great option for an outstanding pot of drip coffee
- What to look for in an auto-drip coffee maker (regular ole coffee pot):
- Insulated stainless carafe instead of a burner (it'll make bitter coffee as it sits on the warmer)
- Temperature control
- Option for single-serve coffee
- Brewing options and pre-set recipes
- Airscape Canister to keep coffee fresh
Coffee Beans: Fresh Roasted is Best
Nothing makes a coffee lovers' heart skip a beat more than a freshly roasted bag of amazing coffee.
Whether they prefer bold and rich or smooth and fruity, a curated selection of high-quality beans is a perfect Holiday gift. Think unique blends from around the world or single-origin beans that tell a story in every sip.
100% Specialty-grade Arabica coffee will enhance the way your coffee lover enjoys their daily brew. Arabica coffee is grown at higher altitudes and processed with the utmost care from farm to cup. Specialty coffee provides a higher quality taste, better quality of life for farmers, and has been skillfully roasted. A great local roaster can even help you find the perfect bag for gifting!
Grinding Coffee: Elevate Every Sip!
You might wonder why a coffee lover would find interest in a coffee grinder, when coffee can be ordered already ground? It’s actually a really important step and this is truly where the magic happens.
Grinding coffee fresh is vital to a good cup of coffee because it preserves the flavorful and aromatic notes until ready to drink. Buying already ground coffee off the shelf means that much of the aromatic compounds have left the grinds due to the increased surface area.
With fresh ground coffee - from the start of the grind, to the first sip of hot, rich coffee, all senses are ignited…making the home-brewing experience a craftsmanship of its own. The staff here at Pinup Coffee Co. use the Baratza Encore Grinder for drip coffee at home and highly recommend it to our fellow home brewers. It’s a fantastic and affordable option, but we recommend only using it for drip (not espresso or cold brew).
Coffee Gift Subscription: The Gift the Keeps Giving
Let’s be honest, shall we? The ultimate coffee lovers gift would be to travel to various coffee farms within The Coffee Belt to learn, taste, and explore. And we know, as much as you’d love to give this, and join them (of course!), this is simply not budget friendly. Would you believe us if we told you a coffee subscription was the next best thing?!
Subscribing your coffee lover to a coffee gift subscription service enables you to give them a taste of joy all year long.
This will allow them to discover new flavor profiles, single origins, and roasters’ choice coffees (aka…the special stuff) from around the world without leaving the comfort of their home. Check out Pinup Coffee Co.’s Coffee Gift Subscriptions for more information.
Coffee Related Reads: Learn and Brew
There are various reasons a coffee lover, new or well-versed, might enjoy books about coffee. The world of coffee is always evolving and changing. From coffee culture, to new home brewing tips and tricks, to coffee varietals and even health benefits; there is so much to learn.
For the coffee lovers who can’t get enough, why not gift them some intriguing reads? From the history of coffee to brewing techniques and flavor profiles, books about coffee are a delightful way to dive deeper into their passion. Here’s a list we at Pinup Coffee Co. refer back to often:
- The World Atlas of Coffee by James Hoffmann, best all-around coffee read
- The Professional Barista’s Handbook by Scott Rao, for the home barista
- Everything but Espresso by Scott Rao
- Coffee Covered by Mark Shimahara: a great photo book / coffee table book
- The Physics of Filter Coffee by Jonathan Gagné: a deep dive for the ultimate coffee lover
In short, we hope this ultimate coffee gift guide leads you to the perfect gift for the coffee lover in your life. Whether it's upgrading their coffee bar equipment, giving them a coffee subscription, or sharing other coffee-related resources to them, we’re confident this guide will make their coffee experience even more enjoyable.
Cheers to great coffee and gift-giving made easy!
