Gifts for Coffee Lovers That Make Better Coffee at Home
Coffee people are easy to shop for, if you know the secret: they don't need another mug. They want gear that makes their coffee taste better.
This list goes from cheap upgrades to the fun stuff.
- Top pick
AeroPress Original Coffee Maker
The cult coffee maker. Push hot water through coffee with air pressure, and get one smooth, strong cup in about a minute. It's light and nearly unbreakable, so it goes camping and traveling too.
Best for: the person who drinks one great cup a day.
Check price on Amazon BLACK+DECKER One Touch Coffee Grinder
Freshly ground coffee tastes noticeably better than pre-ground. This simple blade grinder is the cheapest way to start. Hold the button longer for a finer grind.
Check price on AmazonGreater Goods Coffee Scale with Timer
A coffee scale with a timer. Weighing beans and water is how coffee nerds get the same great cup every time.
Check price on AmazonChefman Gooseneck Electric Kettle
The thin gooseneck spout lets you pour slowly and evenly, which is the whole trick to good pour-over.
Check price on Amazon64 oz Mason Jar Cold Brew Maker
Add grounds and cold water, leave it overnight, and you have smooth cold brew for the week. Don't pour boiling water in; it's for cold brewing.
Check price on AmazonCIRCLE JOY Rechargeable Milk Frother
A rechargeable handheld frother that turns milk into foam in seconds. The cheapest way to make lattes at home.
Check price on AmazonNespresso Aeroccino3 Milk Frother
The fancy option: pour milk in, press the button, and it makes hot foam, hot milk or cold foam for you. Works with any coffee.
Check price on AmazonWood Mug Warmer with Timer
Keeps the coffee warm while they get distracted. 3 heat settings and auto-off.
Check price on AmazonHidden Frog Coffee Mug
OK, one mug. A little frog sits inside and peeks at you while you drink.
Check price on Amazon"Smart Fella or Fart Smella" Mug
And a second mug, for the coffee lover with a sense of humor.
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Before you buy
If you don't know their setup, the grinder, frother and mug warmer work with any coffee maker.
Pair a gadget with a bag of good beans from a local roaster. Ask for it ground or whole bean, depending on whether they own a grinder.