Wednesday, December 16, 2020

The Best Gift Ideas for Beer Lovers...

Courtesy of Jacquelyn McGilvray and Jeremy Pawlowski

Happy Holidays Friends,

Stumped on what to get the beer lover in your life? We've got an array of gifts for every taste and budget. Keep in mind: Price and stock could change after publish date, and we may make money from these links. You may have a family member that loves and knows everything about beer. Gift them something that'll have them enjoying their favorite pastime — a nice, cold brew. Check out our top gift ideas, from beer glasses to sandals with a built-in bottle opener.

Shower Beer Holder
Photo By: Crystal Martin
$15 Amazon

If their favorite pastime is drinking a shower beer, then they'll enjoy this beer holder that sticks to the shower wall. It can hold cans, bottles and even wine glasses.

Freezable Beer Glass
Photo By: Crystal Martin
$24.95 The Grommet

This freezable beer glass ices the outside of your beverage, not the inside. It will cool your drink down to just above freezing and will keep it cool for up to two hours. The cork base acts as a built-in coaster to prevent condensation from escaping, and it also protects your hands from the chill.

Craft Beer BBQ Gift Set
$39.95 $15 Williams Sonoma
62% Off!

Few things go better together in this world than beer and barbecue, so why not combine the two into one delicious gift? This trio of sauces combines pale ale, pilsner and dark lager. Choose from a Belgian style flavored with Fat Tire ale, sweet and smoky Kansas City style or peppery Texas style.

Insulated Can Cooler
Photo By: Crystal Martin
$22.99 Brumate

Featuring double-walled stainless steel and a copper layer, this can insulator will keep your drink 20-times colder for hours. It fits all slim cans and doesn't create any condensation so your hands stay dry.

'The Beer Pantry' Cookbook
$25 - $40 Food52

You love a good beer. You love to cook. Now learn how to marry good beer with good food in The Beer Pantry. These aren’t your typical “beer” recipes; instead, think smoked beef brisket with rosemary confit potatoes and malted oat pecan cookies. With more than 70 recipes to try, you'll be ready to sip and snack with your favorite ingredient.

Beer Opener Sandals
$65 Reef

These flip-flops from Reef are the perfect companion for a day at the beach or a trip to the park. What makes these a gift for the beer lover? Take a look at the bottom and you'll see the built-in bottle opener.

Beer Caddy With Bottle Opener
Photo By: Crystal Martin
$30 Uncommon Goods

Give them a beer carrier that's just as stylish as their favorite craft beer label. It's a great companion on picnics, camping and more. It even comes with its own bottle opener.

Beer-cicle
$16.99 World Market

Nothing is more disappointing than a warm beer. Rather than sit around and wait for your beer to get cold, just pop one of these beer chillers in the bottle. Dubbed the Corkcicle, this ingenious invention is stored in your freezer and will instantly make your bottled beer ice-cold without the wait and without watering it down.

Beer-Making Kit
$44.95 Williams Sonoma

A beer-making kit is a perfect gift for a friend if you also like beer. They'll likely share the finished product with you, but you won’t have to do any of the work. This kit includes all the basic equipment, ingredients and instructions for a single batch. The equipment can be reused to brew additional batches; just buy more ingredients.

Beer Shirt
$23.74+ $19 Etsy
20% Off!

Most beer drinkers have a good sense of humor. Share a laugh with your beer buddy with a punny shirt.

YETI Tundra 45 Cooler
$299.98 Amazon

In the past five years, YETIs have become synonymous with quality. People will even call them by name rather than saying cooler. "Grab me a beer from the YETI" is often heard around many a campfire. Yes, they're pricey, but they're also a lifetime investment. They are built to stand up to anything, even a grizzly bear (they actually tested that). This model can hold up to 28 cans of beer and keeps them ice-cold even in the dead of summer.

Das Boot
$24.99 Amazon

With its playful shape and generous size, this novelty glass makes an ideal gift for the beer lover on your list.

Cheers Necklace
$18+ $15 Etsy
15% Off!

Wear a little cheer close to your heart with this adorable pendant that proclaims "prost," the German word for cheers. The prost charm is also available as a key ring.

Vacuum-Sealed Growler
$74.95 Amazon

Much more than your average growler, this ruggedly-constructed stainless-steel vessel is built to last. Featuring a completely airtight cap and double-walled insulation, this growler will keep four pints of beer carbonated and cold for more than 24 hours. You can also buy an optional keg cap to turn this growler into the perfect camping accessory.

Floating Cooler
$29.99 Bed Bath & Beyond

Sometimes getting out of the pool to grab a beverage is just too much to ask. This is where the Big Bobber comes into play. This cooler can hold 12 cans and is perfect for long days at the pool or lounging at the beach, and best of all, it floats!

Beer Candy
$7.99 Etsy

These candies play on the sweet notes found in your favorite brew and are delightfully delicious. Each bag comes with approximately 25 candies with a mixture of three different flavors: honey ale, hoppy IPA and a coffee-like stout.

Wall-Mounted State Bottle Opener
$22 Uncommon Goods

Show your state pride with this beautifully handcrafted wooden bottle opener. This functional piece of wall art does more than just look good — it also opens up your favorite bottled beverage.

Patio Table Cooler
$99.99 $80 Wayfair
20% Off!

This outdoor table is an eight-gallon cooler and a trendy cocktail table all in one. The handsome woven texture is made from a weather-resistant resin. The lid can be propped 10 inches above the rim for a small, handy table that makes it easy to grab an ice-cold beverage.

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Gift Ideas for Coffee Lovers...

Courtesy of Erica Reitman and Laura James

Happy Holidays Friends,

If your daily mantra is "but first ... coffee," these coffeemakers, accessories, mugs and more will help you be your own barista and start each day on a caffeinated kick. Plus, they make great gifts, too.

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Is a piping-hot cup of joe the only way to get you through the morning? Us, too. Kick-start your daily routine with these home coffee-brewing products that will take your caffeine game to the next level. From programmable coffeemakers for a simple cuppa to full-fledged shop-style espresso machines, these essentials will help you brew barista-quality coffee from the comfort of your kitchen. Plus, they're perfect for holiday gifts, too.

Cuisinart Brew Central Programmable Coffeemaker
$119.99 Kohl's

Maybe you're a coffee-lover, but you're not into anything fancy. This 12-cup programmable coffeemaker is a great choice for those who want to upgrade their coffee game at home without spending a fortune. Set the timer on this baby, and you'll wake up to the smell of coffee every morning like an alarm.

Hario Cold Brew Coffee Bottle
$34 Food52

If you prefer iced coffee, then you’ll want your own at-home cold brew bottle. Coffee gurus at the Japanese company Hario designed this gorgeous glass bottle which makes up to five cups of cold brew for you to have on hand at all times.

Bialetti Moka Express Espresso Maker
$34.99 Target

Here's a budget-friendly espresso maker that works right on your stovetop. You'll actually find this espresso pot in the vast majority of Italian homes, which is a stamp of approval we can get behind. As water in the lower chamber boils, the pressure forces water through coffee grounds, resulting in a delicious home-brewed cup of espresso.

Aeropress Coffeemaker
$29.95 Williams Sonoma

This Aeropress is a favorite among campers and outdoor lovers. The portable brewer will brew a delicious cup of coffee or espresso right over your mug. The total immersion brewing system means there's less grit than with a French press, and it's super-fast, too.

Palmpress Collapsible Coffee Press
$42 - $50 Food52

For an even more compact option for on-the-go coffee, this portable single-serve coffee press can be used to make hot or cold brew coffee. It packs small, and it features a built-in filter, so there are fewer parts to pack. Plus, we love its sleek design.

Breville Barista Pro Espresso Machine
$799.95 Amazon

Featured in Oprah's Favorite Things 2020 List

Welcome to the big leagues. If you're truly ready to start making your own barista-worthy lattes and espressos at home, pull out the big guns like Breville's Barista Pro Espresso Machine. This all-in-one machine has an integrated grinder, cup warmer and frother, so you'll have absolutely everything you need to make a kick-ass cappuccino for yourself every morning — while still in your pajamas.

Baratza Encore Coffee Grinder
$139 Crate & Barrel

Anyone ready to get serious about setting up their home coffee-brewing station definitely needs a high-quality grinder. Adjustable to 40 different steps, this grinder has a powerful, high-torque motor that allows you to get the perfect coarse or fine grind, depending on the type of coffee or espresso you'll be making.

Powerlix Handheld Milk Frother
$15.99 Amazon

WARNING: Once you've tried deliciously frothed milk on your coffee, there's no going back. Perfectly frothed milk is one of the keys to creating your own barista-quality lattes and cappuccinos at home, and you don't even need a fancy espresso machine. This handy, budget-friendly gadget will froth your milk of choice in seconds.

Ceramic Coffee Carafe
$49.99 Overstock

Bring classic style and casual class to every morning coffee service with this 34-ounce coffee pot. Featuring a wide handle for comfortable pouring and topped with a teak wood lid, the carafe also has a stainless-steel filter for managing grounds and an easy pouring spout to minimize drips.

Coffee Canisters
$39.95 (Set of 3) CB2

Kitchen canisters can sometimes look too cutesy, but we're absolutely in love with this simple, modern set. With a black, white and gray color palette, this three-piece canister set is the perfect pick for your coffee station. They'll hold coffee grounds, beans, sugar and even tea bags.

Ceramic Sugar + Creamer Bowls
$40 $30 Wayfair

Keep the cream and sugar within reach with this sleek sugar and creamer set. This serveware set is constructed from durable, high-quality ceramic to provide a stylish countertop look while conveniently keeping sugars, creamers and milk on hand for at-home coffee.

Double Coffee Measuring Spoon
$5.95 Crate & Barrel

Are you just using a regular spoon or measuring cup for your coffee grounds every morning? It's time to treat yourself to your very own coffee scoop. This solid stainless-steel spoon is sturdy enough to last you through all your future caffeine buzzes while ensuring you get the perfect amount of coffee grounds for each and every cup.

Coffee Scoop & Clip
$7.95 Crate & Barrel

Here's an adorable coffee scoop that ensures you get the perfect amount of grounds every single time. But wait, there's more! After you scoop out your coffee, you can use the scoop as a clip on your coffee bag to keep your beans or grounds fresh.

Ember Smart Mug
$129.95 Williams Sonoma

We're obsessed with this smart mug that keeps your coffee (or tea) heated exactly at your preferred temperature, which you can control from an app. No more reheating your morning coffee in the microwave! The mug will stay charged for a little over an hour off of the charging dock.

Handmade Ceramic Mug
Starting at $40.90 Etsy | BirdmansHome

Every coffee lover needs a favorite mug, and you'll want to use this beautiful handmade ceramic mug from Etsy creator BirdmansHome every single day. Made in Poland, the mugs hold 12 ounces comfortably and are dishwasher and microwave safe.

YETI Rambler Stackable Mug
$24.99 YETI

This mug might look like your everyday drinking vessel, but it’s actually loaded with top-to-bottom insulation to keep your coffee hot from the first pour to the last sip.

Portable Cup Holder
$12.99 (Pack of 3) Amazon

Here's the ultimate gadget for hardcore coffee lovers: a JavaHook! This pack of three plastic hooks easily slides into the to-go sleeve on your coffee cup, allowing you to easily secure it to a shopping cart, stroller or even on your car door handle. Wherever you go, your coffee can now hang out with you.

The Compendious Coffee Chart
$30 Huckberry

Brooklyn-based design company Pop Chart crafted a meticulous taxonomy of the rich and varied ways to prepare a cup of coffee, including the ingredients, methods and names of dozens of different coffee drinks. This one's perfect for the barista in your life.

Wellness Cold Brew Coffee Shots
$12 (Pack of 3) Humblemaker Coffee Co.

SoCal-based Humblemaker Coffee Co. combines energy and wellness with their perfectly-balanced cold brew shots that are infused with multivitamins, antioxidants and other essentials for targeted functions. In this sample pack, you’ll get to try each flavor: Boomtowne, La Fonda and Black Sea. Once you find your perfect match, you can grab an eight-pack or subscribe and customize your delivery schedule so your fridge is always stocked.

Coffee Subscription
$68 (3-Month Subscription) Amazon

If you like to mix up your coffee beans and always stay on top of new coffee roasts, why not sign up for a monthly subscription? This box features four unique roasts each month curated by the folks at Bean Box. They choose from the most renowned roasters from all over the world, so you're sure to get a delicious variety each and every month.

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Monday, December 14, 2020

Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Favorite Couple...

Courtesy of Deanne Revel

Happy Holidays Friends,

From newlyweds to friends who give you #couplegoals, these gifts are perfect for sharing and enjoying together.

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As the saying goes — sharing is caring, which rings true for these gifts a couple can enjoy together. Joint-gifting can also make buying for difficult-to-shop-for couples less stressful. If you know one person in the couple better but don't want to leave anyone out, spending a little more on one gift they can both appreciate rather than trying to find two individual gifts is a win-win for everyone. From practical gifts, like a must-have professional-grade blender, to gifts that are purely for joy, like a beer-making kit, find the perfect gift for the couples on your holiday gift list.

Frank Lloyd Wright Fallingwater Two-Sided Puzzle
$15.99 Amazon

Doing a puzzle together is a great screen-free, date night activity, and architecture lovers will especially like this puzzle. This double-sided puzzle features the blueprint of architect Frank Lloyd Wright's famous Fallingwater masterpiece on one side and an exterior image of the building on the other side.

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit
$129 Amazon

For the new pet parents who adopted a dog this year, give them a dog DNA test kit so they can get to know their furbaby better. Using a simple cheek swab, Embark screens for over 350 dog breeds, types and varieties, and results are typically available in 3 - 5 weeks.

Date Print
$24 and up Minted

Celebrate an important day with this typographic print. For newlyweds, art is a great way to commemorate a wedding date, and this minimalistic design will complement any design style. The print comes in various sizes and frame options.

Afternoon Wheat Beer Making Kit
$48 Crate & Barrel

Your favorite couple can enjoy a date night in with refreshing craft beers. This kit from Brooklyn Brewshop lets you craft a light-bodied and easy-drinking wheat beer right at home. Using only seasonally-inspired, real ingredients, this kit makes home brewing simple and fun with easy-to-follow videos and step-by-step instructions.

Instax Mini Picture Sleeve Magnets
$15 (Set of 10) Urban Outfitters

Help your favorite couple display their memories with this set of 10 magnetic transparent picture sleeves that hold Instax mini pictures right on their fridge.

Popcorn Maker
$39.95 Crate & Barrel

For the diehard movie fans or the couple always binging the latest Netflix show, this popcorn maker is the perfect gift. No hate on the microwave stuff, but there’s just nothing like fresh-popped kernels. The maker also features a butter warming tray.

Couple's Journal
$16.95 $8 Amazon
50% Off!

For the recently engaged or newlyweds, this fun couple’s journal is a great way to save memories and document the first years of married life.

Cooking for Two Cookbook
$40 Crate & Barrel

For the couple who loves to cook but hates leftovers, The Complete Cooking for Two Cookbook has 650 scaled-down recipes of classic and unique entrees, desserts and snacks.

ENO DoubleNest Lightweight Hammock
$69.95 Amazon

For the outdoorsy couple, this double hammock is a sure bet. The hammock is travel-friendly and packs into a tiny pouch, perfect for throwing into a backpack.

Love Notes
$8.95 Amazon

Need a gift for a recently engaged couple? This sweet notepad comes with fun prompts for couples to fill out for each other.

Anker SoundCore Portable Bluetooth Speaker
$27.99 Amazon

For couples who are always jamming out to music or enjoy listening to podcasts while they cook together, a portable Bluetooth speaker with great sound quality is something they'll both appreciate for using at home as well as on future road trips, picnics and beach trips.

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Heated Massager for Neck and Back
$60 Amazon

Chances are they could both use an at-home massage. Help your favorite couple de-stress and alleviate tension with this top-rated massager for necks and backs with a heat component that they can take turns using whenever they need a little relief.

SodaStream Fizzi One-Touch Sparkling Water Maker
$129.99 Bed Bath & Beyond

For the couple that loves sparkling water and likes to debate which flavors and brands are the best, a SodaStream machine is the perfect gift. They can make as much sparkling water as they want and customize their own flavors, all while saving money and reducing waste.

AeroGarden Harvest Indoor Hydroponic Garden
Photo By: Crystal Martin
$150 $129 Amazon
14% Off!

For amateur gardeners and couples who like to make home-cooked meals, a hydroponic herb garden is a perfect gift. No matter the climate they live in, they can grow herbs all year on their kitchen countertop with this easy-to-use kit that has great reviews, including from master gardener Kelly Smith Trimble here at HGTV. The AeroGarden Harvest Indoor Herb Garden also comes in black (on sale for $85) and white (on sale for $99).

Heathered Cashmere Core Sheet Set
$279 $251 Brooklinen
10% Off!

Any couple in your life could probably benefit from a bedding upgrade. Direct-to-consumer brand Brooklinen offers luxurious sheets at competitive prices, and their linen and cotton percale sheets are some of our favorite cooling sheets. Brooklinen recently launched limited-edition heathered cashmere sheets made of 95 percent cotton and 5 percent cashmere and perfect for winter. Breathable and super soft, this sheet set features a diagonal weave for a heathered look and comes with one flat sheet, one fitted sheet and two pillowcases.

Blendtec Total Classic Original Blender
$349.53 $220 Amazon
37% Off!

For couples spending more time cooking, gift them a professional-grade blender like this top-rated Blendtec model so they can easily make everything from healthy breakfast smoothies to warm soups for cold winter nights.

Solo Stove Bonfire
$349.99 $287 Solo Stove

If they love hanging around the fire pit and making s'mores or having backyard movie nights with an outdoor projector, gift your favorite couple this super popular stainless steel smokeless fire pit from Solo Stove that HGTV editors have tried and loved. The design of the stainless steel chamber, which features holes at the bottom and around the top, makes the fires burn super efficiently and emit almost no smoke, meaning no more shifting positions around the fire all night.

iRobot Roomba 692 Robot Vacuum
$319.99 $301 Amazon

Whether they're both really tidy people or often disagree about whose turn it is to vacuum, gift your favorite couple the gift of clean floors and more free time with a WiFi-enabled robot vacuum like this top-rated model from iRobot.

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