31 Best Gifts for Coffee Lovers
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022Put your best (caffeinated) foot forward with these gifts for coffee lovers. We found sweet snacks, cool mugs, fun gadgets and other coffee must-haves.
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If you know someone who can’t start their day without a steaming cup of coffee, you’re in the right place. We found the best gifts for coffee lovers that money can buy. From tech-savvy gizmos to coffee-brewing gadgets, we have ideas for everyone on your list. (And at every price point.)
Atlas Coffee Club
Travel the world via a coffee cup with this clever subscription service. Every few weeks, Atlas Coffee Club sends beans or grounds from a different country straight to your loved one’s door. Customize this gift for coffee lovers by selecting the desired grind, roast and number of bags. Check out our Atlas Coffee Club review. (Spoiler: It’s one of our favorite gifts for coffee lovers.)
Personalized Coffee Topper
For the person who’s eager to make barista-quality beverages at home, you can’t go wrong with this gourmet coffee topper. Notes of cinnamon and vanilla add a warm, cozy flavor to everything from homemade lattes to plain ol’ black coffee.
Temperature-Control Mug
Yes, smart mugs are a thing—and they’re one of the best gifts for coffee lovers! The Ember mug is a temperature-control vessel that keeps your coffee at the perfect temperature all day when on the charging coaster, or for 80 minutes off the coaster. Get the full scoop with our Ember coffee mug review. Ember is also on our list of smart kitchen gadgets every tech lover needs.
Coffee Lover Care Package
Show a loved one just how much you care with one of the ultimate gifts for coffee lovers. This coffee care package is loaded with all of the good stuff: three Vietnamese pour-over packets, a coffee chocolate bar, espresso cookies, cafe caramels and a pretty mug. Take a peek at these other thoughtful care package ideas.
Crumb Cake
Take your pal’s coffee break to the next level with a mouthwatering slice of B&W Bakery’s legendary “heavy” crumb cake. Available on Goldbelly, this sweet gift is loaded with rich, crumbly streusel topping that pairs perfectly with a cup of joe. Still hungry? Check out these food of the month clubs, too.
Personalized Starbucks Cold Cup
We all know someone who can’t live without their daily Starbucks fix. And this personalized cold cup is the ideal vessel for everything from brown sugar shaken espressos to pink drinks. The pretty leaf design earns this tumbler a spot on our favorite Starbucks cups list!
Breville Espresso Maker
Your loved one will jump for joy when they unwrap one of the ultimate gifts for coffee lovers: the Breville Bambino Plus espresso machine. Ideal for newlyweds or someone you really love, this luxurious machine is worth the splurge. (Just ask an editor who’s been using her Breville daily for two years!) It makes cafe-quality lattes, cappuccinos, espresso shots, hot cocoas and much more in mere minutes. Plus, the Bambino’s sleek design takes up less space than even a standard coffee maker.
Luxe Tea Kettle
The perfect pour-over starts with hot, fresh water. And the Caraway whistling tea kettle is an ideal gift for coffee enthusiasts. This practical gift is made from non-toxic materials for a clean, chemical-free taste. And, thanks to seven cool colors, the Caraway kettle is equally easy on the eyes. It’s a great gift for tea lovers, too!
Custom Coffee Stencil
Budding baristas will get a kick out of this custom coffee stencil. Available on Etsy, this personalized gift for coffee lovers makes it easy to create Instagram-worthy latte art. Choose from two lettered designs, both under $15.
Cold Brew Coffee Maker
A good cold brew can cost upwards of $5 a cup. But now, thanks to the OXO cold brew coffee maker, you’ll be able to get your fix at a fraction of the price. Simply add your ground beans and fresh water, let it steep, then release. We won’t blame you for keeping this genius gift for yourself!
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Personalized Coffee Bar Sign
No home coffee bar is complete without this adorable coffee bar sign. Available in two sizes, the pinewood sign is custom carved with your loved one’s first or last name. If you’re helping them build a coffee bar, you’ll also want to check out these inspiring coffee bar ideas.
Partners Coffee
Good grounds are the basis for a tasty cup of joe. Partners is a Brooklyn-based roaster and coffee shop with its own line of amazing coffee grounds and tea blends. Gift a bag of Partners’ best-selling Brooklyn blend or set up a subscription of your choice of coffee (or the Roaster’s choice) in one-, two- or four-week increments.
Coffee Sugar Cubes
Coffee creamer who? These coffee sugar cubes will help your coffee-loving BFF upgrade their morning drink while on the go. And with flavors like chai molasses, orange ginger, caramel vanilla and rose cardamom, these cool cubes will put an immediate pep in her step. These make for a fun bridesmaid gift, too.
YETI Travel Mug
Who has time to make multiple trips to the microwave? Keep coffee hot all day long with the YETI rambler. This 20-ounce travel coffee mug is an ideal gift for any coffee lover, and it can be personalized with a variety of colors, text and graphics.
Coffee House Candle
Bring the scent of your loved one’s favorite coffee shop home with this Reading at the Cafe candle. This 100% soy wax and cotton wick candle is coffee and chocolate pastry scented and is available in three sizes and wax melts. These candle accessories will help this and other candles burn longer and more cleanly. It makes for a great gift for a girlfriend, too.
Dessert Gift Box
Shopping for a crowd of coffee lovers? Pick up a box (or two!) of Feed Your Soul Bakery’s dessert boxes. Everyone will enjoy this 24-pack of individually wrapped brownies and cookies. Dig in to flavors like key lime, coconut magic, toffee, peanut butter and more. For another classic option, check out the best chocolate chip cookies you can order online.
Coffee Maker Print
Stylish gifts for coffee lovers? Coming right up! Perfect to hang up in a kitchen, dining or living room, this coffee print poster features simple drawings of different types of coffee makers. Mix-and-match between six poster sizes and seven frames (or go frameless) for a size and finish that fits in with your loved one’s existing decor.
Dog Lovers Coffee Bundle
For the person who loves exploring local cafes with their pup, pick up this “Must Love Dogs” bundle from Grounds & Hounds. This gift trio includes a bag of coffee beans, a mug and a cold brew tumbler. But more importantly, a portion of every sale goes to help rescue dogs. Talk about a gift that gives back!
The Coffee Dictionary
Decode Arabica from Robusta with The Coffee Dictionary. This handy guide covers terms, techniques, beans, roasts and more. If you don’t want to borrow this book from the giftee, you can read up with our ultimate guide to coffee instead.
Frappe Maker
No matter what kind of drink your coffee lover is in the mood for, this single-serve frappe machine can make it. Opt for hot coffee, iced coffee or this appliance’s pièce de résistance: a frappe. The etched-on measuring lines, built-in blender and included accessories ensure a delicious drink, every time. Make sure you include our caramel frappuccino recipe with this gift!
Coffee and Chocolate Tasting Box
Two of life’s simplest pleasures merge in this decadent coffee and chocolate tasting box. Your giftee can look forward to indulging in four artisan coffees and four gourmet chocolate bars. Included tasting notes provide all of the information he’ll need to sit back, relax and savor each sip. If you’re shopping for the holidays, consider these Christmas chocolates, Christmas mugs and this Disney Christmas Starbucks cup as well.
Insulated French Press
Whether your giftee loves to camp or just tends to run late in the morning, this travel French press will let them make high-quality coffee on the go. All they’ll have to do is add grounds, hot water and the double micro-filter to the press, wait a few minutes and press. The coffee can be enjoyed right from the press, or poured into a mug. Learn more about coffee brewing methods.
Cinnamon Roll Kringle
If you’re from the Midwest, you understand that coffee’s ideal pairing is with a slice of fresh kringle. This cinnamon roll kringle from O&H Danish Bakery is the ultimate indulgence, featuring layers of warm, cinnamon filling, flaky pastry and gooey cream cheese icing. It’s a Wisconsin favorite you can send anywhere in the U.S.!
Coffee Extract
The secret ingredient in over-the-top chocolate desserts? Coffee. While many bakers rely on espresso powder, this Nielsen-Massey pure coffee extract is an affordable way to treat your favorite baker. A small amount goes a long way in leveling up cakes, cookies and more. Check out these other gourmet baking ingredients.
Milk Frother
Help your friend or family member create cafe-level lattes at home! This electric milk frother is perfect for blending all sorts of beverages, even our best hot chocolate.
Coffee-Infused Maple Syrup
Your giftee doesn’t have to just sip coffee. They can eat it, too! Runamok’s delightful coffee-infused maple syrup will elevate pancakes, waffles and French toast to new heights. This is one of the more unusual gifts for coffee lovers—that everyone will love.
Coffee Break Gift Box
For a gift that will leave a lasting impression, you can’t go wrong with this coffee break box. Sure, it’s simple. But recipient’s will appreciate your thoughtful touches—like a card with a QR code that links to your gift message and a voice recording. You can’t go wrong with the included gourmet coffee and chocolate-covered espresso beans, either!
Coffee Grinder
For the friend who’s just starting to venture into coffee, consider gifting a grinder. This essential tool guarantees the optimal flavor and freshness of your coffee beans, no matter how you’re brewing. We love this model with 18 coarseness selections, a removable chamber and sleek, space-saving design. There’s a reason it’s on our list of the best coffee grinders!
Gourmet Flavorings
Kick plain ‘ol coffee up a notch with these gourmet coffee syrups. Each set comes with five flavors: caramel, amaretto, toasted hazelnut, Irish cream and vanilla. Try them alone or with one of our go-to coffee mix-ins.
Stan’s Donuts Gift Set
Just like PB&J or crackers and cheese, coffee and doughnuts just go together. We love this gift pack from Stan’s Donuts that features a bag of whole bean coffee, a mug and six doughnuts—all tucked into the iconic pink Stan’s box. Consider it one of the sweetest gifts for coffee lovers.
Glass Pour-Over
For a custom coffee-making experience, gift this sleek pour-over. The simple-yet-elegant design makes it easy for brewers to add their own personal touch. Next, browse this list of coffee products that will turn anyone into an at-home barista.
