20 Gift Ideas for Coffee Lovers (That They’ll Actually Use)

Are you looking for gift ideas for a loved one?

You’re struggling to find the perfect gift… and then suddenly it hits you like shot of espresso they love coffee!

Now, it narrows down your search to gift ideas for coffee lovers in your life.

Coffee lovers are darn serious about their coffee, so you can’t mess up.

The gift needs to go beyond the basic jar of coffee or a simple mug!

To help you choose the perfect gift for a coffee lover I have created this list containing the ideas for a perfect present for coffee lovers!

20 Gift Ideas for Coffee Lovers

Let’s first understand what sort of coffee lover are they?

Are they home brewers?

Espresso Lovers?

Coffee Enthusiasts? (You know the ones who have collections of coffee related stuff.)

Coffee on the go drinker? (The ones who always leave home/office/café with a coffee cup in hand.)

Or are they normal people? (I hope not.)

So your first quest is to find out their coffee personality type and then…

Here’s your list of 20 Gifts Ideas for your designated Coffee Lover.

Gift Ideas For the Home Brewers

For people who love their kitchen and treat it as their sanctuary, these gifts will help them add to their home coffee setup.

Specialty Coffee Subscription Box

Specialty Coffee Subscription box is a little extra special.

There are a lot of factors that make coffee specialty coffee.

Specialty Coffee is ethically sourced (farmers are paid just rates).

It’s organic and clean (no added chemicals or processing).

The bean quality and the roast quality is top-notch.

The flavor is decadent and the choice of every coffee lover with a seasoned palate.

Why Subscription Box?

Freshly roasted coffee tastes better.

And…

It’s hard to stock beans without losing freshness and the rich flavor.

To solve this problem, coffee roasteries and coffee brands give the option of subscription boxes.  (They deliver freshly roasted beans/grounds.)

What to look for

• Roast frequency: If the subscription is weekly, biweekly or monthly. Choose the option that’s most convenient to your friend.

• Grind type: If they like to do the work themselves go with whole beans. If they’re a busy person, choose coffee grounds, go with it.

• Origin focused boxes: If they prefer single origin coffee (made from beans from one single farm and region) vs. coffee blends (beans from different regions mixed.)

When I say, coffee drinking is an art and craft, this is what I mean.

So with accordance to their preferences, choose a subscription box.

Try to choose small batch roasteries and coffee subscriptions which are prioritizing sustainability!

My recommendations for subscription boxes as gift to your coffee lover:

Purity Coffee Subscription: A coffee that combines health with your daily cup of joe.

Compass Coffee Subscription: Real Good coffee with convenient subscription options.

Death Wish Coffee Subscription: Certified Fair trade strong coffee and dangerously sassy brand voice!

Common Wealth  Joe Coffee Roasters: with a lot of options of coffees from different origins.

Burr Coffee Grinder

If they’re brewing it home and they buy freshly roasted beans… they certainly need a Burr Coffee Grinder.

Why gift Burr Grinder?

A burr grinder grinds fresh and consistent coffee grounds make coffee taste cleaner, balanced, and more flavorful.

It is one of the biggest upgrades a home brewer can make in their coffee set up.

• For consistent particle size and balanced extraction, no big chunks or dusty fines hence better flavor clarity.

• You have greater control over grind size if you are brewing with different methods. Eg. espresso, pour-over, or French press.

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Pour-Over Coffee Kit

Pour-over brewing is loved by coffee enthusiasts all over the world.

It is a fun method and it highlights delicate flavors from the beans.

A great pour-over kit usually has a pour-over dripper, filter papers and Gooseneck kettle..

You set up the coffee in a filter in a Chemex or V60, then pour water over coffee grounds and voila, you get a perfectly brewed, aromatic cup of coffee.

Why gift pour-over?

This method highlight flavors, brightness, and complexity.

It’s great substitiute for a heavy coffee machine.

You control water flow, temperature, timing, make your cup exactly you want.

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AeroPress

The AeroPress is a great brewer that is a favorite of coffee enthusiasts for good reason.

It is the swiss army knife of brewers, perfect for precise, fast and sharp brew.

The brew time with AeroPress is under a minute.

It’s easy to clean, travel friendly and it can brew multiple recipes including cold brew, espresso like shots and more.

Gift Ideas for the Espresso Obsessed Coffee Lovers

For the Espresso lovers, who start their day with Espresso and end it on a flat white.

So the person you’re searching ideas for, are they Espresso obsessed? If yes, then we have got OPTIONS!

• Home Espresso Machine

Perfect gift if they don’t already have it.

• Milk Frother or Steam Wand

Perfect for making latte and cappuccino lovers, so if they’re into it, it’s a great gift.

• Espresso Tamper Set

Espresso Tamping set helps to compress loose coffee grounds into a dense, even puck inside the portafilter to ensure consistent high quality extraction.

• Reusable Espresso Pods

Espresso Pods are eco-friendly, cost-saving, easier to use and save time.

• Shot Glasses with Measurements

They’re really great for the espresso enthusiasts to be functional while also having fun brewing their espresso.

Gift Ideas for the Coffee Connoisseur

Gifts for someone who truly geeks out over coffee and are specific about their preferences.

Are they a coffee nerd in common words?

If yes, read on…

• Single-Origin Coffee Sampler

Single origin coffee sampler is a great way to introduce them to coffees from different regions.

• Coffee Flavor Wheel

Coffee Flavor Wheel is a great way to recognize flavors and develop a palate for Coffee tasting.

Like a coffee map for understanding coffee better.

You start with center flavors and you move towards as the sides as you recognize more flavors.

• Coffee Cupping Kit

Coffee cupping is a method for evaluating the aroma, flavor, acidity, body, and the aftertaste of coffee.

It is a great exercise or fun activity for coffee lovers.

• Scale with Timer

Coffee is an art of precision, so to brew a perfect cup, timing, weight and temperature matters.

• Coffee Book or Magazine Subscription

If they’re coffee lover as well as a reader, nothing beats a Coffee Book (recipes and guides) or Coffee Magazine (news, trends and fun puzzles).

For the On-the-Go Coffee Drinker

Gift ideas for those coffee enthusiasts who can’t leave home without their cup.

You know them, don’t you?

Because I do.

And they’re hyper active and always in a rush for some reason.

• Insulated Travel Mug

It is the best alternative to a plastic or paper cup and it keeps coffee hot for hours.

• Portable Coffee Maker

If they like to travel, or just make coffee anywhere. A Portable Coffee Maker is a great option as a gift.

• Coffee Tumbler with Cold Brew Infuser

Most coffee lovers love cold brew.

If they’re also into cold brew, you can get them a coffee tumbler with Cold Brew Infuser to keep the coffee cold for longer.

IT can also keep the coffee hot. So it’s a win-win in both cases.

• Stylish Coffee Backpack or Carrier

An aesthetic coffee carrier bag is the ultimate goal of a coffee enthusiast.

These bags are specifically designed to carry coffee gear and inspire respect in fellow coffee lovers. 😉

For Fun and Personality

If you’re looking for casual lighthearted gifts that celebrate coffee culture without going deeper into it.

Here are a few ideas:

• Custom Made Merch

You can add their name to cute coffee quotes and get them printed.

Or…

You can get them a mug with a personalized quote.

• Roastery Gift Card

If they like a specific roastery or café, get them its gift card!

Let them pick their own coffee.

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Conclusion

The best gift for a coffee lover is something that matches their coffee preferences.

Or something that enhances their daily coffee ritual.

Because the best gifts don’t just sit on the shelf or in the forgotten cupboard.

They make their life better in someway.

Tell me what’s your favorite coffee gifts in the comments!