GIFT GUIDE for COFFEE PEOPLE
Don't know what to buy the coffee freaks in your life? Whether you're shopping for an expert who's always talking about "extraction" (ahem, NERD), an on-the-go adventurer type, or a WFH DIY barista, we've got recs. It's organized by persona and includes a range of price points so you don't have to break the bank (or maybe your special someone needs a brand new Breville?!). Scroll on!
The Stay-At-Home Barista
Gifts for the coffee enthusiast who strives for the perfect cup -- from the comfort of their own home. They're all about quality, convenience, and a little touch of savings.
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The Stay-At-Home Barista Bundle $40 (free mug)
They won't have to leave the house with this top-notch holiday trio: Kiko Ribeiro's top-selling Brazilian single-origin, our custom 2024 Holiday Blend, and the brand new Onda diner mug are everything the WFH coffee lover needs. Pairs well with everything else we recommend below.
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Hario Red Ceramic Pour-Over $27
Sometimes a single cup of hand-roasted, small batch specialty coffee (poured directly over your Onda mug) is all you need! This is one of the easiest, quickest ways to get a barista-level cup -- find simple instructions on Seattle Coffee Gear via the link below.
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Bodum Milk Frother $12
A life-hack level alternative to an espresso machine steam wand is this simple milk frother. It's battery powered, push-of-a-button easy, and it'll upgrade any milk in moments. Give the gift of latte vibe from the comfort of the kitchen (and for a portion of the price).
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Onda Moka Pot T-Shirt $25
Here's another Onda plug because we really love this shirt. It's soft (ASColour anyone?!), comfortable, high quality, and it hearkens to the old school Moka Pot you may be too old to remember. Locally screen-printed in Seattle by Ink Knife Press, who we love.
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Barista Express Espresso Machine $700
Ok, so this one's a little *extra* for a lot of budgets, but if you just won the lottery and someone deserves it: This is arguably the best, most popular mid-range home 'spro machine out there. It's a thermo-coil workhorse, puts out coffee-shop level lattes without quadruple digits, and it'll last a really long time. And if it helps, it only takes 140 five-dollar lattes to cover the cost of this bad boy.
The Adventurer
For the coffee lover on the move: Whether they're jet-setting, couch surfing, or backpacking the Cascades, this will fit in any suitcase (or very dirty old backpack) for super easy access to specialty coffee in minutes.
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The Adventurer Coffee Kit $60 - (Save $12)
We put together this bundle bundle because it's everything we love. The self-contained AeroPress Go kicks out a strong, flavor-packed cup of Ivonne's Guatemalan single-origin in minutes. It's also even more self-contained than the AP Original, and the container doubles as a mug with a lid. Excuse me!? This kit also includes a reusable metal filter, so it’s Leave-No-Trace approved!
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Aeropress Stainless Steel Reusable Filter $15
If you know someone who already has an AeroPress, you should force upon them this upgrade so they can make better coffee and less waste. This reusable stainless steel filter lets in more oils for a richer, bolder flavor. It's durable, dishwasher-safe, and fits all AeroPress models. It’s also more sustainable than traditional filters!
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Onda Camper Hat $30
It's called a Camper Hat because campers are obsessed with this 5-panel design, and so are we. Made from durable cotton and adjustable to fit most head sizes (we've yet to meet a head it doesn't fit), it's a great gift for hikers, campers, or anyone who loves the outdoors.
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Miir Camp Cup $22.95
We've worked with Miir a lot, and we're always impressed by the durability and functionality of their mugs. So what better gift for the adventurer in your life than a throwback to the campfire mug of generations past? The MiiR Camp Cup brings sleek design, durability, and functionality into one vessel. We say it's impossible to own too many.
The Coffee Expert
Chances are it's not their first holiday season as a coffee lover. Which means they likely already own the basics! So here are a few ideas for the coffee connoisseur in your life who supposedly already has it all.
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The Coffee Expert Kit $45 - Save $12
This bundle's for the adventurous, discerning palate. From the delicate notes of the Yellow Bourbon (pronounced bur-BONE because we're that level of snob) to the bold complexity of the Anaerobic Catisic, these coffees will mean something to someone who knows their stuff. We've also included a 33 Coffees Journal so they can document every tasting note they find!
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How To Make The Best Coffee At Home by James Hoffman $20
This guide to elevating home brewing skills is a staple for the nerds. It's full of little tips and tricks, but it also goes in-depth into why some types of processing yield certain results, and what's happening to the coffee when we brew it certain ways. Maybe you want a copy for yourself so you can impress the heck outta this coffee lover you're supposed to be shopping for?
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Hario Coffee Drip Kettle $53
A practical brewing tool, sure, but we're really in it for how freaking cute this thing is. The Hario Buono Kettle is a sleek and stylish choice for the Pinterest kitchen, and its precise pouring spout actually does make the coffee better. Trust us.
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4-Piece Set Ceramic Sippers $16
Coffee snobs are all about the tiny cups. They use them to have macchiatos with friends all the time. So get them these unique, hand-crafted 3 oz. sippers! They're made by Natalie Shepard in Tacoma, WA, so they're local to us. Crafted from wood-fired porcelain and glazed in earthy tones, they're really giving coffee con·nois·seur.