We all know that person who is the ultimate coffee connoisseur. With the holiday season upon us, it's an advantage in the gift-giving department to know just what type of gift that person might enjoy.
Finding the right gift for a coffee lover is no easy feat. Not only are there dozens of brewing techniques and devices out there, but every set of taste buds is different. Some are drawn to light roast, others to dark. One person might enjoy pour-over while another uses a French press.
To take the hard work off your hands, we’ve rounded up some of the best Christmas gifts ideas for coffee lovers, in a range of prices for everyone from novices to world-class baristas. From premium quality beans to fresh coffee mugs for the cabinet, or even the best coffee and espresso makers, there’s something here for everyone.
The best part, all of these unique holiday-inspired items are conveniently available from the Faema Montreal store or online (we ship to all provinces and territories within Canada and to the United States), so you don’t have to waste time going store to store.
The list of holiday gift ideas available at Faema Montreal is endless, but here are some of the best holiday and Christmas gifts for coffee lovers you can find right now at the store and online.
Espresso coffee beans for the coffee enthusiast that loves to try new blends
For the coffee enthusiast that already has the best gear and all the accessories, buying fresh, gourmet coffee beans will always please. Whichever coffee lover you're shopping for, we’ve got you covered. Whether you are looking for whole beans, ground, decaffeinated or coffee pods and capsules, we have it at Faema Montreal. We offer a few, select blends imported from Italy that were hand-picked for their excellence and authentic taste, as well our very own Faema Caffè house blend prepared in Montreal. We also offer them in bundles so your big coffee drinker won’t run out and you can save money. Win win for everyone.
Bialetti Moka Express in Red for those who love the classic taste of Italian home brewed espresso coffee
For many coffee lovers who live or grew up in an Italian household, the aroma and the taste of an espresso brewed with this stovetop espresso maker conjures the memories of home.
The Bialetti Moka Express is the world's most recognized and cherished stovetop espresso maker. We love it so much, we even dedicated an article about its long and colourful history on a previous blog. It's quite an engineering marvel, because no matter the grind or temperature, it always results in a tasty cup of espresso coffee.
The compact and portable Moka Express can make up to 6 "shots" of espresso at a time and requires no additional equipment besides coffee and water. Available in cheery holiday red, the coffee lover in your list won't even have to put it away in a kitchen cabinet this holiday season.
For the friend in need of an at-home coffee upgrade: Bodum Coffee Grinder in Red
Gifting this standalone Bodum coffee grinder in red is a great way to upgrade the recipient's coffee experience this Christmas without buying them a whole new coffee maker. With its neat, compact design and sleek aesthetic, this electric coffee grinder will look great in their kitchen and is simple and user-friendly to operate with a simple pulse control. The blade grinder features a stainless steel cutting blade that spins at a precise RPM, taking any coffee beans from coarse to fine at the touch of a button.
It can be used alongside standard drip coffee makers or any other espresso makers, so that coffee lover in your list can enjoy great quality coffee however they choose to brew it this holiday season.
Coffee canister in holiday red for the minimalist coffee lover in your list
When it comes to coffee beans, whole or ground, oxygen is the enemy of flavour. The more the beans are exposed to it, the more their flavour will fade, so it's important to store them in an airtight container. Available in 946 ml or 1250 ml capacities, the matte finish and delicious holiday appropriate red colour of this steel canister is just perfect for that special person in your list’s minimalist kitchen countertops.
To make one of these an extra-special present, gift it pre-filled with one of the premium roasted coffee beans from Faema Montreal.
Holiday themed coffee mugs and espresso cups
Every coffee lover has their favourite mug or espresso cup, but there is also a mug and cup for every style of coffee and every occasion. Whether it is their homely everyday cafe au lait cup, a Keepcup Original to keep their coffee nice and warm or a travel mug for when they are on the move, there are endless choices. This holiday season, why not ramp up their holiday spirit by gifting them Christmas and holiday-themed mugs or cups?
Faema Montreal carries various types of mugs and cups with or without a holiday theme that will surely warm the heart of any coffee lover in your list this Christmas.
Grindenstein knock box in red for the coffee lover who has everything
While coffee and coffee brewing equipment are some of the best gifts for coffee lovers, the truth is, sometimes they already have everything they need in the “beans and brew” department. If that’s the case, you may want to consider some coffee accessories to spruce up your particular coffee fanatic’s setup.
Grindenstein is a compact coffee knock box that allows a strong knock to release all grounds from the portafilter without risk of moving around. Available in three colours, including an appropriately holiday red, it is specifically designed to be stored on the espresso machine's drip tray (under the group head). Grindenstein's unique height reduces clutter on the kitchen bench top and fits easily in the top rack of the dishwasher.
This convenient, sturdy, chic box stays clean, smells like freshly ground and roasted coffee and is easy to transfer the used grounds into the bin or your compost.
For the "barista wannabe" coffee lover: Jura Ena 8 espresso machine in red
Sometimes, the best gifts for coffee lovers are simply newer, better brewers! If you're looking for a high-end gift idea, there are few better things to splurge on than the Jura Ena 8 espresso machine. The superlative new one-cup machine is small, stunning, and simple – a must for all coffee lovers and connoisseurs in your list this holiday season. And thanks to the variety of espresso coffee it offers at the touch of a button, the Jura Ena 8 is sure to delight even the most discerning palates.
Faema Gift Card for when you just can’t decide what to get
We’ve all been on the receiving end of a present that missed the mark... with a gift card you can take the stress away by letting them decide on what they would really like!
The coffee lover in your list will surely appreciate a Faema Gift Card which they can use to choose from a myriad of coffee-related items that you may not think of getting, such as maintenance and parts or barista tools.
Who knows, your Faema Gift Card coffee obsessed recipient may have also been saving for a shiny new espresso machine, and the gift card can help towards the purchase!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
