A freshly brewed cup of coffee envelops the senses in the same way freshly baked bread does – the smell heady and the contents moreish. There’s also passion behind the process, from finding and grinding the beans, to perfecting that perfect crema – which means some coffee lovers can be notoriously tricky to buy for.

Being beverage-lovers ourselves, we’ve compiled a list of coffee presents in this ultimate gift guide for coffee enthusiasts to bring you buckets of coffee gift inspiration. Here, you'll find some of the best coffee beans, best coffee machines and best coffee grinders, all tried-and-tested by the Good Food reviews experts.

You’ll also find coffee gift sets, unique espresso cups and coffee mugs that are as decorative as they are functional, plus latte art and coffee brewing experiences around the UK.

Best gifts for coffee lovers at a glance

Coffee machines and accessories

  • Wacaco Minipresso portable espresso machine, £55.90
  • Sage the Barista Express coffee machine, £449.95
  • AeroPress Original coffee maker, £30.95
  • Opal One coffee pod machine, £125
  • Fellow Atmos vacuum canister, £34.95
  • Nespresso Vertuo coffee pod stand, £36
  • Fellow Opus coffee grinder, £179
  • Grind cold brew bottle, £30
  • Sage The Knock Box, £29.95

Edible coffee gifts

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Coffee cups and mugs

  • Grind coffee cups and saucers, from £38
  • Lakeland latte glasses – set of two, £7.99
  • Portmeirion rose quartz mug, £17
  • Bodum double-walled coffee glasses, £19.90
  • Ocean bottle brew flask, £35

Coffee-related gifts

  • 'More Coffee' wall art print, £10.99
  • How to Make the Best Coffee at Home by James Hoffman, £16.99
  • Wick Guru roasted coffee candle, £30
  • The London Sock Exchange 'The Barista' socks, £12

Coffee experiences

  • Origin Coffee coffee tasting experience, £15
  • Kiss the Hippo latte art course, £75

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Best coffee machines and gadgets to give as gifts

Wacaco Minipresso portable espresso machine

Wacaco Minipresso portable espresso machine

Although there are newer Wacaco models out, including its Picopresso and Nanopresso, its original Minipresso GR remains our favourite. Its robustly made parts slot and twist together to form a hand-sized espresso maker with a manual pump that's easily portable. Plus, you're guaranteed a crema every time.

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Sage the Barista Express coffee machine

Sage the Barista Express coffee machine

If you’re looking to blow the budget, Sage’s the Barista Express was rated 'best espresso machine for gadget lovers' in our test of the best espresso machines. It’s a professional-standard machine with all the requisite functions to satisfy the inner barista. It grinds fresh beans, creates a perfect espresso and features a milk-foaming nozzle.

Read our full Sage the Barista Express review and our guide to the best coffee machines.

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AeroPress the Original coffee maker

AeroPress Original Coffee Maker

The AeroPress coffee maker is the ultimate hack for brewing filter coffee fast. Not only affordable, it's also portable, consisting of lightweight, robust plastic components so you can manually brew coffee. Just steep the coffee grounds for 10-15 seconds and then press the water through. It’s simple to clean, there’s no washing-up and the 350 filters are relatively inexpensive to replace.

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Opal One coffee pod machine

Opal One coffee pod machine review

Combining the convenience of a coffee pod machine with the mechanisms of a higher-spec machine, the Opal One was launched as 'the first machine' purposely designed to brew speciality coffee pods'.

The machine itself has a slimline, modern design and a simple push-button interface. Three espresso options (short, normal and lungo) are selectable, with options to adjust the temperature if you'd like cooler or hotter drinks.

It also has a unique silicone brew chamber that removes the risk of the coffee becoming too diluted, and in test we loved the results it gave us: our espresso was very hot, but pleasantly acidic with a thick silky crema.

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Fellow Atmos vacuum canister

Fellow Atmos Vacuum Canister

Airtight storage is a simple way to protect the flavour and freshness of your favourite coffee beans. This canister by Fellow is a step-up from your average jar, featuring a vacuum seal and integrated hand pump that removes excess air to prolong the life of its contents. We also love the contemporary design.

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Nespresso Vertuo coffee pod stand

Nespresso Vertuo coffee pod stand

If you're shopping for someone who owns a Nespresso coffee machine, like the Vertuo Pop or Vertuo Next, this vertical display stand – designed specifically for the larger Vertuo pods – provides a neat and convenient storage hack. It offers space for up to 30 capsules, and is made with stainless-steel rails that the pods seamlessly slot into. Nespresso also has a display stand for standard-sized coffee capsules.

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Fellow Opus coffee grinder

Fellow Opus coffee grinder

Awarded star-buy status by our reviews team, this is an excellent coffee grinder for enthusiasts who want to take their set-up to the next level. It has 41 grind settings, a 200g bean capacity (enough for 12 cups), a spouted catch to minimise mess, and a volumetric dosing lid to help with measuring the beans.

It's also a super-precise piece of kit: grinding is measured in seconds rather than cup size or dose, and we found the timings were accurate when recorded on a stopwatch. You'll need to weigh your beans out before you grind – a good set of coffee scales will help with this – but you can also use the dosing measurements on the lid for ease.

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Grind cold brew bottle

Grind Cold Brew bottle

A good batch of cold brew is light, fruity and refreshing, but making your own without any equipment can be a fiddly process. This 1-litre bottle from coffee pod brand Grind was a doddle to use and offers capacity for up to five cups.

Simply add 50g of ground coffee (roughly 7 tbsp) into the filter basket, pour in up to a litre of water, and leave it to brew for between eight to 24 hours (the longer you leave your cold brew, the more intense the flavour will be). A silicone stopper and integrated filter are provided, and in test this product was also awarded extra marks for its fully recyclable packaging.

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Sage the Knock Box 10

Sage the Knock Box 10

A handy accessory for anyone with an espresso machine or bean-to-cup coffee machine, this Knock Box provides a convenient, mess-free spot for dispensing of used espresso pucks. It's compact enough to sit on the drip tray when the coffee machine isn't in use, or if you'd prefer to keep it on the countertop, it has an anti-slip base for extra stability.

Once you've made an espresso shot, simply strike the portafilter against the bar to knock the coffee puck out. The knock bar can also be removed for easy cleaning, but just bear in mind that the box isn't dishwasher-safe.

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Best edible coffee gifts – liqueurs, coffee beans and chocolate

Cazcabel Tequila Blanco coffee liqueur

Cazcabel Tequila Blanco Coffee Liqueur

The finest weber blue agave from the mountains of Jalisco in Mexico is behind Cazcabel's tequila blanco, distilled in the same area and altitude where the crops are grown. Blended with freshly roasted arabica coffee beans from Soconusco in the South West of Mexico, the result is the perfect marriage of sharp, bitter and sweetness that's as suitable for sipping as it is as a base for cocktails.

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Hotel Chocolat espresso martini velvetised cream

Hotel Chocolat Espresso Martini Velvetised Cream

This warming blend of vodka, espresso, white chocolate and cream has a velvety, silky-smooth texture with aromatic coffee notes. Although sweet, the flavours aren't dampened. It's delicious sipped over ice or stirred into a hot chocolate or milky coffee.

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Whittard chocolate espresso beans

Whittard chocolate espresso beans

Coffee and chocolate are a classic combination, and these chocolate-covered espresso beans can be enjoyed as a sweet, creamy snack or paired with a latte, mocha or flat white. With a mixture of Belgian milk, white and dark chocolate, each morsel has a crunchy coffee core from the Kenya Peaberry bean.

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Kiss The Hippo coffee beans

Kiss The Hippo coffee beans

Kiss The Hippo was only launched in 2018, but its team of professionals with impressive coffee credentials has established the brand as a coffee lovers’ go-to. Choose from their range of award-winning beans that come in cool, minimalist packaging. You can also sign up for a subscription of coffee beans or coffee pods.

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Pact coffee bean subscription

Pact coffee gift subscription

If you're looking for a coffee gift that keeps on giving, consider a coffee bean subscription. B Corp-certified brand Pact sends its coffee beans in letter box-friendly packaging, with options to change the delivery frequency depending on consumption. Stick to one classic style with the 'House Blend' option, or go experimental with the 'Select' or 'Micro-lot' offerings, which change regularly. There's also a subscription for decaf drinkers, with all subscriptions spanning between three and 12 months.

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Monin coffee syrup gift set

Monin coffee syrup gift set

For those with a sweet tooth, syrups offer a simple and delicious way to elevate your morning cup of coffee. This selection from Monin comprises amaretto, hazelnut, gingerbread, vanilla and caramel flavours, with 50ml in each bottle. You can also add the syrups to hot chocolates, desserts, and cocktails.

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Bloom & Wild artisan coffee and chocolate hamper

Bloom & Wild artisan coffee and chocolate hamper

This decadent hamper contains a combination of coffee-flavoured and chocolate gifts, including Island Bakery 'Chocaccino' biscuits and a 250g bag of ground filter coffee from Coffee World. Dorset-based chocolate-makers Chococo have also added to the box – you'll find a chocolate and roasted salted corn bar, a chocolate, coffee and white chocolate chip bar, milk chocolate honeycomb clusters, and milk chocolate turtles.

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Best coffee cups and mugs to buy as gifts

Grind coffee cups and saucers

Grind coffee cups and saucers

This four-piece cup and saucer set from Grind is available in three sizes (espresso – 80ml, flat white – 180ml, or cappuccino – 200ml) and either black or red. Made from porcelain, the cups are also the same as Grind uses in its restaurants and cafes, so they're designed to withstand lots of use.

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Lakeland latte glasses

Lakeland latte glasses

This elegant two-piece set of glass mugs are ideal for tall milky coffees like lattes, and can even be used as a vessel for hot chocolate. Each glass is 250ml and is both microwave- and dishwasher-safe. At 15cm high, they're better suited to coffee machines with adjustable spouts or drip trays, so double-check the measurements before you buy.

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Portmeirion rose quartz mug

Portmeirion rose quartz mug

We love the chunky design and unique textured pattern of this dusky pink mug, which is crafted from stoneware. It has a wide curved handle that's comfortable to hold, and it can also go in the dishwasher.

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Bodum double-walled coffee glasses

Bodum double-walled coffee glasses

These stylish coffee glasses from Bodum have an innovative double-walled design that keeps drinks at the optimum temperature, be it hot or cold. The base of each glass also has a silicone vent that equalises the air pressure between the two layers when liquids are added, which stops the exterior getting too hot and prevents condensation. They're also lightweight and easy to clean, and great for other beverages like cold brew or cocktails, too.

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Origin Coffee x Ocean Bottle brew flask

Ocean bottle brew flask

Perfect for coffee drinkers on the go, this 350ml Ocean Bottle (made in collaboration with Origin Coffee) has a 360-degree lid that means you can sip hot drinks from any angle. The lid is also lockable, so you can keep it in your bag without worrying about leaks, and the double-wall insulation keeps coffee warm for hours. Ocean Bottle also runs a scheme where, for every bottle sold, it funds the collection of 1,000 ocean-bound plastic bottles.

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Best coffee accessories to buy as gifts

'More Coffee' wall art print

'More Coffee' wall art print

This playful wall print is available in A3, A4, and A5 sizes, as well as a range of colours – blue and green, pink and green, green, black, and rust and green.

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How to Make the Best Coffee at Home by James Hoffmann

How to make the best coffee at home by James Hoffman

This is a must-read for anyone looking to upskill their brewing technique and learn more about coffee. Written by bestselling author and award-winning barista James Hoffmann, it contains helpful, entertaining guidance on how to grind coffee, which types of coffee equipment you should buy (and shouldn't), and how to consistently make popular drinks like lattes, espressos, and more.

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Wick Guru roasted coffee candle

Wick Guru roasted coffee candle

This is the perfect gift for anyone who loves the smell of freshly roasted coffee. With a burn time of up to 45 hours, it has subtle hints of coffee, cream and cocoa, and is made from 100 per cent natural soy wax. The candle is also available in a smaller tin size.

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The London Sock Exchange 'The Barista' socks

The London Sock Exchange coffee-themed socks

Contrary to popular belief, socks can be an exciting gift – especially when they feature a fun coffee-themed design like this pair. Made with sustainable organic cotton, the socks are weaved with 200 needles to make them stronger and more durable. They're also finished with a honeycomb cuff for a more comfortable, flexible fit.

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Coffee experiences

Origin Coffee coffee tasting experience

Origin Coffee coffee tasting experience

Available in London, Edinburgh, Bristol and Cornwall, this coffee experience is ideal for anyone looking to perfect their sensory skills and identify their flavour preferences. In the one-and-a-half-hour session, your expert guide will teach you about different origins and processing techniques, using a brewing method called 'cupping' (commonly used by professional tasters to evaluate coffee). No prior knowledge is required and a glass of wine on entry is included, with alcohol-free options also available.

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Kiss the Hippo latte art gift course

Kiss the Hippo latte art course

If you know someone who's always wanted to pour the perfect rosetta, this latte art course will demonstrate how to steam milk properly and pour a range of latte art patterns. Based at Kiss the Hippo's Margaret Street shop in Fitzrovia, London, the course is two hours long, and a complimentary 250g bag of Kiss the Hippo coffee beans is included. The gift card will be delivered the address of your choice and will specify all the details the recipient needs to book their course.

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