Whether you’re buying for someone who’s just discovering pour-over coffee or someone who already has an entire coffee bar at home, there are plenty of gifts for coffee fans that won’t blow your budget.
Here are our favorite coffee gifts under $25.
Owala Coffee Mug
It doesn’t matter if your gift recipient drinks hot coffee or iced coffee year-round – the Owala SmoothSip is hard to beat. It’s our favorite after testing several Owala coffee tumblers.
The double-wall insulation keeps drinks hot for up to six hours or cold for a full day, and the leakproof lid makes it an easy upgrade from a standard SmoothSip Owala.
The World Atlas of Coffee (A coffee book)
If your coffee-loving friend enjoys learning the why behind what’s in the cup, The World Atlas of Coffee is an easy recommendation. Written by James Hoffmann, the Godfather of the third-wave coffee movement, it explains where coffee comes from, how processing affects flavor, and why different brewing methods produce such different results (all without feeling overly technical).
Pro tip: If your recipient would rather read a great story than a reference book, The Monk of Mokha is an excellent alternative.
» Learn more: The best books about coffee we’ve found
Hario V60 + Filters
Know someone who’s been talking about getting into pour-over coffee? The Hario V60 is the best place to start. It’s inexpensive, incredibly forgiving for beginners, and produces coffee that’s noticeably cleaner than most drip machines.
The plastic version might seem as premium as ceramic or glass, but don’t let that fool you – it brews just as well and is practically indestructible.
Glass Coffee Decanter
Pair the Hario V60 with this stunning glass coffee decanter, and you’ve got a gift that looks far more expensive than it actually is. Made from durable borosilicate glass, it’s designed to handle hot coffee without the temperature shock that can crack regular glass.
It’s also just a nice way to serve coffee when friends come over for brunch!
» Learn more: Our go-to Hario V60 recipe
A fun cold brew glass
If your gift recipient lives on iced coffee or cold brew, a glass coffee mug like this can be an easy win. It includes both a bamboo lid and reusable straw, and it comes in dozens of different designs, from florals to professions to seasonal themes, so it’s easy to find one that matches someone’s personality.
Earrings
These mismatched earrings from Yellow Owl Workshop might be the cutest coffee-themed gift we’ve found. One earring is a coffee cup, the other is a croissant (can you think of a better combination?).
Not a croissant person? Yellow Owl also makes a coffee-and-donut version that’s equally adorable.
Personalized Leather Coffee Sleeve
For the coffee drinker who’s always carrying a to-go cup, a personalized leather coffee sleeve is a thoughtful upgrade. It fits most standard coffee cups, protects hands from the heat, and can be customized with a name or initials for an extra personal touch.
Mug Warmer
We all know someone who somehow lets an entire mug of coffee go cold before finishing it. A mug warmer solves that problem without spending Ember Mug money.
It won’t replace an insulated mug, but if someone spends most of the day working at a desk, it’s surprisingly useful.
Bodum Glass Coffee Mugs
A double-wall glass mug makes your coffee feel just a little more elevated. Besides looking sleek, these great options from Bodum keeps hot drinks warm longer while staying comfortable to hold, and it won’t leave condensation all over your table when you’re drinking something iced.
Coffee Beans
If you’re not sure what to buy, good coffee beans are almost never a bad choice. Blue Bottle Coffee offers consistently high-quality beans that are easy to find online, making it a great introduction to specialty coffee without feeling intimidating.
Want to make the gift a little more memorable? A Trade Coffee subscription lets the recipient discover new roasters every month.
Burr Hand Grinder
Anyone thinking about grinding coffee at home should skip blade grinders altogether and start with a burr grinder instead. Even an affordable hand grinder produces a much more consistent grind, which means noticeably better coffee.
This is probably the single biggest upgrade someone can make if they’re still buying pre-ground beans.
» Learn more: The best coffee grinder for camping
Cat Coffee Mug
We couldn’t resist including this one. In honor of our own fur babies, Tuna and Luna, this cat coffee mug earns a spot on the list simply because it’s fun. These mugs come in several colors, and if your favorite person loves both cats and coffee, this one feels like an easy gift.
Hand Blown Chemex Mug
If your gift recipient has a growing mug collection (or just values good design), this hand-blown Chemex mug is a beautiful pick.
The iconic hourglass shape and curved handle give it a distinctive look that’s instantly recognizable, and matches well with its partner coffee maker, the Chemex.
» Learn more: Things to know about the Chemex coffee maker
Cherry Bones
Cherry Bones is a beautifully designed coffee magazine packed with stories, photography, and coffee culture. It also happens to look fantastic sitting on a coffee table.
If you’d rather give an annual subscription, Standart Coffee Magazine is another excellent choice.
Milk Frother
If your gift recipient orders cold foam or lattes every time they visit a coffee shop, a handheld milk frother is a no-brainer.
This is an inexpensive way to make café-style drinks at home, whether that’s cold foam for iced coffee, frothy milk for lattes, or even whipped matcha.
Stoneware Pour Over
If the coffee lover in your life enjoys collecting unique brewing gear, this hand-painted stoneware pour-over is almost too pretty to use. The crescent moon design makes it feel more like functional art than another piece of coffee equipment.
Enamel Coffee Mugs
Sometimes the best coffee gifts are simply the ones that make mornings more fun. Trek Light Gear’s enamel mugs feature colorful, hand-painted-inspired designs and are lightweight enough for camping, road trips, or backyard coffee.
We also love supporting a small business whenever we can!
» Learn more: For bigger budgets, see our full list of coffee lover gifts
Organizer Stand for AeroPress
If you’ve ever seen an AeroPress owner’s countertop, you know how quickly all the accessories start to spread out. This bamboo organizer keeps everything, from filters to stirrers, in one compact spot without taking over the kitchen.
» Learn more: Which AeroPress? Original vs. AeroPress Go vs. AeroPress Go Plus
Retro Coffee Art
Coffee gear gets all the attention, but art is an equally cool coffee present. This retro-inspired wooden sign has a fun mid-century modern look that instantly gives a coffee corner more personality.
Klean Kanteen Rise Tumbler
If keeping coffee hot is the priority, the Klean Kanteen Rise Tumbler is one of our favorite insulated mugs. It keeps drinks hot for up to six hours and cold for up to 24, all while being comfortable to hold and easy to throw in a bag.
Shop for Coffee Fan Gifts
Whether you’re shopping for someone who’s just getting into specialty coffee or someone who already owns more brewing gear than they have the space for, there’s a coffee-themed gift here for every budget.
And if all else fails? A bag of fresh coffee beans and a thoughtful mug still make a fantastic combination.
