Got a friend or family member who is as obsessed with craft beer and/or homebrewing as you are? Here’s the Craft Beer & Brewing Holiday Gift Guide for finding those beer nuts the perfect presents (no matter what your budget is), not to mention a few take-homes for yourself.
Under $10
33 Books Co. Beer Tasting Journal
Here’s a pocked-sized book that will ensure you never forget the name or flavors of that second to last beer you had at the beer festival. On each 33 Books page is a flavor wheel. For values of the flavor, fill in dots near the wheel’s center to create a unique shape for each beer. 33 Books Beer Tasting Journal is available online at 33books.com.
Paper Plates Press Beer Tags
Gifting beer this year? Add one of these Give Someone Booze letterpress tags around the bottle or the six-pack for extra effect. Paper Plates Press also crafts coasters, holiday cards, and thank you notes. Get the goods at paperplatespress.blogspot.com.
Molly & Drew Beer Bread Mix
Few package instructions make homebrewers or craft-beer lovers happier than the words, “Just add beer.” The organic Molly & Drew beer-bread kits come in flavors such as American Original, Sweet Harvest Whole Wheat, and Garlic Parmesan.
Beerd Can Cozy
In need of a gag gift? Look no further than the Beerd Can Cozy by armsandink. For only $7, you’ll bring a whole new edge to the ugly Christmas sweater party. Find the details at facebook.com/BeerdCozy.
Under $25
Craft Beer Homebrewer’s Journal Kit
Replace the tattered spiral-bound notebook next to your friends’ homebrew system with a journal that’s fully enclosed in a rigid polypropylene and liquid-resistant case. This journal even comes with photo pages. Find it at unikeep.com.
Vintage Beer Calendar
Bring some beer into to the office with the LouPaper Vintage Beer Calendar. This colorful 2015 wall calendar features artwork inspired by vintage beer cans, with their bold graphics and timeless charm.
Under $50
Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine Subscription™
Give a subscription to Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine™ and provide a year’s worth of practical advice from the best craft-beer writers in the industry; dozens of beer reviews with comprehensive tasting notes; exclusive interviews and advice from world-class brewers; in-depth coverage of brewing trends; tips for getting the most out of your homebrew; reviews of the latest and greatest brewing equipment and products; proven beer recipes for every level and style of brewer; comprehensive features on beer styles, ingredients, and techniques; and much, much more.
A Pair of CB&B Teku Glasses
Designed by Italian beer experts and engineered by German glassmakers, these Teku glasses are the most functional and fashionable way to enjoy a beer. Each 14-ounce Teku glass is subtly emblazoned with the Craft Beer & Brewing brewers symbol. Barley, water, hops, yeast... drink.
Under $100
Gold Leaf Upcycled Beer Bottle Tumbler Set
Glass artist Nanda Soderberg takes old beer bottles and polishes them to reveal sparkling amber colors. He then cuts these tumblers down to size and fire-polishes the lips for smoothness. He adds an abstract splash of 23K gold leaf that will stand out on the most festive of holiday tables. Find the set at uncommongoods.com.
Yeast Wrangling Toolkit
If your friend or family member has ever wanted to capture the local yeast that already exists in your area and then use it to make great homebrew, it’s never been easier with the Yeast Wrangling Tool Kit from Bootleg Biology. The kit comes complete with agar plates, petri dishes, bug membrane systems, and every-thing else needed to rustle up local yeast. It’s easier than it sounds—and incredibly fun.
What’s on your holiday wish list?