The 29 Best Gifts for Coffee Lovers in 2023

So you’ve got someone on your gifting list that doesn’t just like coffee…they’re obsessed with it.

If you were going to buy them a Starbucks gift card and call it a day, then I’m really glad you stopped by today- you can do better!

Our gifts for coffee lovers guide is full of creative ideas they’ll legitimately love. 

Gifting Coffee Beans

You can never go wrong buying a true lover of coffee some fresh coffee beans as a gift.

However, you should be thoughtful about the coffee you give them.

Don’t just run to Walmart and grab a bag of Dunkin.

Instead, our friends who identify as coffee snobs will appreciate a couple of different things:

1. Exotic coffee from a different country
2. Fresh coffee from a small-batch roaster they’ve never tried before

Or better yet, if you’re really trying to win the “favorite gift award,” buy them a subscription that lets them try coffees like this for months to come.

Here are a few ideas that fit the bill:

Atlas Coffee Club World Tour

Atlas Coffee Club sells specialty-grade, single-origin coffee from locations around the world. You can’t find this coffee on store shelves, so take this opportunity to give the gift of truly unique and delicious coffee. 

With the Coffee Club World Tour, you can give the gift of a six-month subscription to Atlas Coffee. Each month’s box will contain freshly roasted single-origin coffee from a different country. 

The subscription box also comes with postcards from the country of origin and cards with brewing tips and flavor notes. 

Atlas is our favorite coffee subscription for a reason. You can’t go wrong with this gift. 

Trade Coffee Gifts & Subscriptions

Gift the craft coffee fan in your life a subscription or bundle from Trade Coffee. 

When you give a subscription from Trade Coffee, the receiver will take a coffee matching quiz and be paired with coffees that match their preferences. 

It’s a great way to give the give of craft coffee while ensuring that even the pickiest coffee lovers will get something they love! 

They’ve also got some pre-selected gift boxes from craft coffee roasters around the country, like the Alma sampler box and the Celebration Box which pairs together 3 exceptional coffees into a beautifully put-together package. 

Driftaway Coffee and Chocolate Pairing Box

This gift box combines coffee and chocolate with a fun, tasting experience. 

The Coffee and Chocolate Pairing Box comes with three coffees from around the world with their information hidden and three artisanal chocolate bars from Raaka Chocolate. 

The box also contains a tasting form and flavor wheel for recording impressions during the self-guided tasting. Information about the coffees and chocolates is included in an envelope for the coffee lover in your life to explore after tasting. 

12 Mornings of Coffee by Bean Box

Advent calendars aren’t just for children- check out the 12 Mornings of Coffee version for your favorite coffee aficionado. (If you want to grab one for yourself, too, we won’t tell!) 

This Advent calendar contains 12-holiday coffees in a storybook gift box.

Select whole bean or freshly ground. 

I gave one of these as a gift to my mother-in-law last year and she absolutely LOVED it. 

Volcanica Coffee Gift Box

Volcanica stands out as a place where you can find extremely rare coffees, like Jamaican Blue Mountain and Kona Peaberry (which are rather expensive, but definitely a coffee that person on your list wouldn’t splurge to buy themselves.) 

Even if you don’t want to spend big for their rare coffee lots, there are plenty of other affordable gifts, like the coffee lover’s gift box which features single origin coffees from Guatemala, Costa Rica, and other sought after coffee regions. 

Gift a New Brewing Method

There are as many coffee brewing methods as there are coffee fans, so why not give the gift of a new technique? 

Different types of coffee makers bring out different flavors and finishes in the final brew, so a new process can make the coffee experience feel fresh and new for even the most established coffee drinker. 

Here are a few gift ideas that will shake up their coffee preparation process: 

Aeropress

If the coffee lover on your “nice” list is always on the run, consider gifting them an Aeropress. This popular coffee brewing method makes 1-3 cups of coffee in just a minute. 

The short steep time leads to a low-acidity, smooth brew. 

Giving a gift to an outdoorsy type?

The Aeropress is lightweight and compact, making it great for camping and traveling. 

If the person on your list likes espresso and doesn’t own an Aeropress, they’ll love getting one as a gift. 

Takeya Cold Brew Coffee Maker

For the cold brew addict, consider this pitcher. It brews 4 servings of smooth cold brew with a fine mesh filter to keep grounds out of the coffee. 

If the cold brew lover in your life has been using any old jar for homemade cold brew, this pitcher will be a definite upgrade.

It’s leakproof, BPA-free, and fits in most refrigerator doors. 

Chemex

The Chemex deserves a place in the kitchen of any coffee connoisseur. This coffee maker has been around since 1941 and hasn’t changed much since. 

This hourglass-shaped pour-over carafe is attractive enough to be kitchen decor, and it’s easy enough that anyone can use it. Be sure to gift some Chemex-specific paper filters along with the carafe and your favorite coffee fan will be brewing in no time. 

Even if they don’t use it every day, a Chemex on their counter doubles as a piece of art. 

Hario V60

The Hario V60 drip coffee brewer is a great gift for that friend or family member who wants to expand their coffee expertise. 

This coffee maker is simple and compact, so it’s a good option for coffee lovers without much spare kitchen space.

This brewer has a bit of a learning curve, but with practice it can produce a complex, flavorful brew.

Choose this gift for someone with plenty of patience and coffee experience. 

Bialetti Moka Express

 

For someone on your list who is ready to leave their traditional drip coffee maker behind, consider a Moka Pot. 

The Moka Express is a forgiving option, and it will produce a richer brew than an automatic coffee maker while requiring less attention and know-how than a pour-over setup. 

Hario Technica Siphon Coffee Maker

The Hario Technica is a gift that can serve as both a coffee maker and a conversation piece. Choose this brewing method for the person on your list who can appreciate theatrics.

This vacuum brewer takes experimentation, but the payoff will be high for the would-be mad scientist with a sense of adventure. 

Barista Warrior French Press

There are tons of French press models on the market, but we think this one is especially giftable! 

It’s double-walled for excellent temperature retention and has a double filter for keeping grounds out of the java. 

Anyone on your gift list is sure to appreciate the piping hot, clear cup of coffee that this Barista Warrior French Press will produce. 

Gifting Coffee Essentials

You can identify a true coffee lover by the wide array of essential gadgets they use to craft the perfect brew. 

Support the dedication to dialing in an ideal cup by gifting one of these essential pieces of coffee gear. 

Baratza Sette 30 Conical Burr Grinder

A true coffee snob turns up their nose at pre-ground coffee- give the gift of freshly-ground beans with the Baratza Sette 30 conical burr coffee grinder. 

We did a hands-on review here, and from our experience the Baratza brand of grinders are rock solid and have an excellent reputation for being consistent, and long-lasting. 

If you want a more budget-friendly grinder, check out the Baratza Encore – which isn’t as aesthetically pleasing but still has first-rate components on the inside – which is what really matters. 

OXO Brew Conical Burr Grinder

This OXO grinder is a great gift option for someone who is just starting to get more serious about their coffee game.

It has 15 grind settings that will work for filter coffee, french press coffee, or cold brew. 

I’ve actually got this grinder sitting on my countertop right now, and for the price point, I love how beautiful it looks with the stainless steel finish and how consistently it grinds your coffee. 

Ninja DualBrew Coffee Maker

 Need a gift for a whole household of coffee lovers? Consider the Ninja DualBrew Coffee Maker. 

This coffee maker brews a 12-cup pot of coffee or a single-serving cup with K-Cup pods, and it has multiple size and strength settings to satisfy a wide range of tastes. 

I’ve also got this sitting on my countertop right now, and the thing is the most versatile drip coffee maker out there.

Besides making delicious hot coffee, iced coffee, and k-cup coffee in a variety of sizes, it also has a milk frother, a built-in coffee scoop, and a separate water line to get instant hot water for things like oatmeal and tea.

Fellow Stagg Electric Gooseneck Kettle

 An electric kettle is an essential coffee tool for making pour-over coffee. Help your favorite coffee devotee perfect their pour with this Stagg Electric Gooseneck Kettle. 

This kettle heats quickly on its electric base and has a counter-balanced handle for easy pouring. The thin spout is designed for precise pouring, and it does that job well. 

Moccamaster 10-cup Coffee Maker

Not every coffee expert drinks a whole carafe at once! The  Moccamaster 10-cup Coffee Maker is perfect for the person on your list who wants to make a half pot that’s just as perfectly brewed as a full carafe. 

This coffee maker is an upgrade from an entry-level drip coffee maker that is much easier to use than manual brew methods. It’s the ideal gift choice for someone who wants a better cup of joe but doesn’t want to jump into a more hands-on brew system. 

Airscape Kilo Coffee Storage Canister

The key to great coffee is fresh beans, so this coffee storage canister is a definite must-gift. 

The plunger lid and two-way valve on this canister will keep out excess air and humidity, keeping the beans fresh enough for even the most discerning coffee lovers. 

This canister holds 2.2 lb (1 kg) of coffee beans, so we recommend this as a gift for the coffee enthusiast who buys beans in bulk. 

A New Espresso Machine

If you really love this person… 

You could gift them an espresso machine.

There are several fantastic options here, and they don’t have to cost a fortune. Above is the Gaggia Classic Pro, which we reviewed here, and would fit the bill as a premium espresso maker that’s not going to set you back thousands of dollars. 

Fun and Creative Coffee Gifts

We’ve all had the experience of buying a gift for someone who already has everything. What do you buy for someone who already has everything they need? 

Don’t mess with the brewing method or essential tools of a coffee aficionado with a well-established setup.

Instead, choose one of these fun and creative coffee gifts. 

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug

If you’re buying for the busy type who is always rushing from one task to the next, we have the perfect gift idea. 

The Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug keeps a mug of coffee hot for 90 minutes- no more coffee going cold or forgotten in the microwave. 

Gift this mug to someone who has already perfected their ideal cup of coffee, and they can enjoy their brew piping hot down to the last drop. 

Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker

Here’s a gift for the hip, adventurous coffee fan. This nitro cold brew maker allows the user to make trendy nitro cold brew from home- cold and smooth, topped with a thick head of foam. 

This coffee maker also serves as a fun conversation piece or a project for someone who loves to experiment with new coffee types. 

Instant Milk Frother

Surprise your favorite would-be barista with this milk frother from the makers of the Instant Pot. 

This 4-in-1 frother can produce cold foam, light warm foam, thick warm foam, and warmed milk without frothing. Your gift recipient will be able to elevate their daily caffeine consumption by creating lattes, cappuccinos, and other fancy steamed-milk beverages. 

If you’re looking for a smaller and less expensive gift, consider the IKEA Produckt Milk Frother. This hand-held frother whips up cold or hot milk froth in 15-20 seconds, and it’s small enough to stow away in any drawer. 

Bob Ross Heat Changing Mug

The millennials on your shopping list will be filled with nostalgia when they unwrap this Bob Ross mug. 

We doubt your gift recipient has anything quite like this in the cupboard. When it’s cold, the mug displays Bob Ross on a black background. When it is filled with coffee, the background changes to display a “happy little scene.” 

Javy Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate

Know a cold brew coffee devotee who can’t be bothered to brew their own? Gift them this bottle of cold brew concentrate and they can whip up a glass of cold brew with minimal effort. 

This cold brew concentrate is made from 100% arabica beans and is highly concentrated- just stir one teaspoon into milk or water for instant cold brew. 

This is the perfect gift for someone who needs to caffeinate in a hurry or who often buys their cold brew from a coffee shop. Save them 30 trips to the coffee counter with this gift! 

Camera Lens Coffee Mug

This fun and unique coffee mug is the obvious choice for anyone who loves photography as much as they love a piping hot cup of java. 

It’s not a gag gift- this mug has a stainless steel interior and clear cap for sealing the top, so it keeps coffee hot while sparking conversations wherever it goes. 

Merlot Infused Coffee Beans

If you’re torn between gifting a nice bottle of wine or some quality coffee beans, why not choose both? 

These coffee beans are aged in oak wine barrels, adding notes of red berries, currants, and blackberries to the flavor of the 100% arabica coffee beans. 

Choose these coffee beans for the wine-loving coffee aficionado to enjoy as the perfect after-dinner beverage. 

Pappy & Company Bourbon Barrel Aged Coffee

Maybe the person you’re shopping for is less of a wine person and more of a bourbon drinker. If so, we have you covered! 

Pappy Van Winkle bourbon is highly sought-after and difficult to find, so you may not be able to get your hands on a bottle to give away. This coffee is a great affordable and accessible alternative.

These single-origin Guatemalan coffee beans were aged in Pappy Van Winkle bourbon barrels, so they pick up subtle hints of bourbon flavor. The coffee and spirits lovers in your life can enjoy the flavors of this coffee hot, iced, or even over ice cream. 

Espresso Martini Infusion Kit

We’ve seen wine and spirit flavored coffee, but what about coffee-flavored alcohol? Look no further- this kit comes with everything needed to infuse an espresso-flavored liquer.

Just add the spirit of your choice to the jar, which comes with espresso beans, cacao nibs, and cinnamon. After about a week, the espresso liquer is ready to use. 

We think this kit would make a perfect gift for date night or girls’ night. 

Novelty Coffee Socks

We all know that person who always has a cup of coffee in their hand. These coffee-themed socks are perfect for the java addict with a sense of humor. 

Poke a little gentle fun at someone who makes needing their coffee a personality trait with these novelty socks, which read “If You Can Read This, Bring Me Some Coffee” on the bottom. 

Dog & Coffee Lover Combo Gift

Which one is truly man’s best friend- his dog, or his cup of joe? You don’t have to make them choose. These gifts are perfect for the dog-loving coffee drinker in your life. 

Start out by picking up the Grounds and Hounds Three Blend Starter Kit. This kit offers three flavors of 100% organic ground coffee, and a portion of each purchase goes to animal rescue initiatives. We know the dog lover in your life will appreciate a gift that also helps pups in need. 

Pair the coffee with this custom dog parent mug. There are multiple designs to choose from, so you can match this mug to your loved one and their beloved pet.  

If this isn’t quite what you were looking for, check out our guide to quirky & funny coffee gifts here and our tips on how to build a coffee gift basket. 

Happy Gifting!