Coffee and tea
Gifts for coffee and tea lovers who own every mug
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Baratza Virtuoso+ coffee grinder
A burr grinder is the biggest upgrade to home coffee because grind size gets consistent.
Check price on AmazonWhat to look for: Burr grinding and a range of settings.
Coffee and tea lovers appreciate gear that improves the cup: a burr grinder, a gooseneck kettle, a scale, a milk frother or a quality tea sampler. Find out their brewing method first, then buy for it; do not buy another mug.
At a glance
The coffee drinker who has everything has usually already received the mug. What they might not have is something that makes the next cup better: a grinder that gives an even grind, a kettle that pours steadily or a scale that makes a repeatable cup.
For tea drinkers, the gift is usually better leaf or a better way to brew it.
How to choose
- Find out the method. French press, pour-over, espresso and cold brew each need different gear.
- Fresh beans beat fancy gear. A bag of good whole beans is a welcome and consumable gift.
- Match the kettle. A gooseneck is for pour-over; a standard kettle is for tea and instant.
- Choose a sampler for tea. It lets someone find a favorite without committing.
Many of these are in our gifts under $50 range.
All the picks
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Baratza Virtuoso+ coffee grinderOur pick
A burr grinder is the biggest upgrade to home coffee because grind size gets consistent.
- Look for:
- Burr grinding and a range of settings.
- Best for:
- Coffee fans.
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Govee smart electric gooseneck kettle
A gooseneck kettle with temperature control makes pour-over coffee more precise.
- Look for:
- A gooseneck spout and an app option.
- Best for:
- Pour-over fans.
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Greater Goods coffee scale with timer
A scale with a timer is a small upgrade that makes pour-over coffee repeatable.
- Best for:
- Pour-over fans.
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Zulay rechargeable milk frother wand
A handheld frother turns warm milk into foam for lattes and hot cocoa.
- Look for:
- A rechargeable battery and whisk heads.
- Best for:
- Latte and cocoa fans.
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Takeya deluxe cold brew coffee maker
A cold brew pitcher makes smooth coffee for the fridge, and it suits iced coffee fans.
- Look for:
- A fine mesh filter and a leakproof lid.
- Best for:
- Iced coffee lovers.
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Lavazza Super Crema whole bean coffee
A classic espresso-style bean that suits drip and espresso machines.
- Best for:
- Coffee drinkers.
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Cuisinart electric kettle with 6 temperature presets
A kettle with presets heats water to the right temperature for green tea, coffee and oolong.
- Look for:
- Preset temperatures and a 1.7-liter size.
- Best for:
- Tea and coffee lovers.
- Skip:
- if they own a stove kettle they love.
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HARIO ChaCha Kyusu Maru teapot
A glass teapot with a built-in strainer is easy to use and a pleasure to look at.
- Look for:
- A heat-safe glass and a removable filter.
- Best for:
- Tea drinkers who like loose leaf.
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Teabloom universal loose tea infuser
A fine-mesh infuser makes loose-leaf tea easy and keeps leaves out of the cup.
- Best for:
- Loose-leaf tea drinkers.
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Rishi Masala Chai organic loose leaf tea
A spicy masala chai that brews well with milk, and it feels special without being fussy.
- Look for:
- A resealable bag and a brewing guide.
- Best for:
- Chai lovers.
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Twinings Tea Classics collection gift box
A box of classic teas gives variety and works for a gift for most households.
- Best for:
- Tea drinkers.
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Jade Leaf Matcha complete whisk set
A matcha set with whisk, scoop and bowl lets a beginner make a proper cup.
- Look for:
- A set with a bamboo whisk and a bowl.
- Best for:
- Matcha fans.
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LIBWYS double-walled borosilicate glass mugs, 6 pack
Double-walled glass mugs keep a drink hot and look good with coffee and tea.
- Look for:
- A set of six and a heat-resistant glass.
- Best for:
- Hosts and coffee fans.
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iKago mug warmer with mug set
A mug warmer keeps a hot drink hot, and it is an easy desk gift.
- Look for:
- An auto shut-off and a flat surface.
- Best for:
- Slow sippers.
What to skip
- Pod machines for a coffee enthusiast. They often feel like a step backward.
- Flavored beans unless you know they like them.
- Novelty cups and slogans.
- A grinder with blades (rather than burrs) for anyone who cares about the grind.
For other drinks, see non-alcoholic drink station for holiday parties; for a cozy bundle, cozy gifts for winter.
Questions people ask
What is a good gift for a coffee lover who has everything?
A burr grinder, a scale or a gooseneck kettle improves the cup, and a bag of fresh beans is a welcome consumable. Ask what brew method they use before choosing gear.
Is a burr grinder better than a blade grinder?
Yes. Burr grinders produce a more even grind, which means a more consistent cup. They are worth buying for anyone who brews daily.
What should I give a tea lover?
A sampler of quality loose-leaf teas, an infuser or a teapot suits most drinkers. Ask whether they prefer black, green or herbal, and avoid heavily flavored blends unless they like them.
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