Give the gift of a better cup—and a better run.
By PAIGE SZMODIS
While some runners can somehow roll out of bed and start running with the rising sun, the rest of us need a little extra motivation in the morning. For many, there’s no better gift that a dose of caffeine to start the day or to fuel a PR. Whether your friends will down anything with enough caffeine in it, or snub their nose at anything other than craft dark roast, we found some of the best coffee-related gifts to improve their mornings.
You don’t have to worry too much about encouraging a bad caffeine habit either: Research shows that most people can safely consume up to five cups a day without negative side effects like high blood pressure, headaches, and heart disease. One or two cups of coffee daily is actually linked to better cardiovascular health and comes with a slew of other benefits for runners like improved muscle recovery and faster runs. So feel free to help out your favorite runner friends make their pre-run ritual even better with these coffee makers, mugs, and more.
1It’s American Press Coffee, 12 oz.
It’s Americanamazon.com
$79.95
This coffee maker transforms the French press in an American way, making brew time faster with an easier cleanup. Compared to the French press, the beans don’t have to soak as long, and the reusable pod prevents mess from the sludge of grounds at the bottom.
2Filtron Cold-Brew Kit
For those who prefer a chilled cup to refresh after a grueling workout, this cold brew kit by Filtron creates a crisp, low-acid cold-brew concentrate with almost no effort and can last up to two weeks.
3Gone For a Run Personalized Running Ceramic Coffee Mug
Gone For a Runamazon.com
$16.99
What better way to inspire more motivation in the morning than a coffee mug personalized with a race bib from a 5k, half, or marathon you ran together?
4Oxo Brew 9 Cup Coffee Maker
Oxoamazon.com
$199.99
$139.95 (30% off)
Pour-over precision meets the ease of an automatic coffee maker with this model from Oxo. It heats water to the perfect temperature, then evenly disperses it over beans for max flavor.
5Hario Classic Hand Grinder
The simple design makes this Hario hand grinder a classy addition to any at-home coffee bar. Compared to blade grinders, its ceramic burrs guarantee a uniform grind without transferring heat or cracking beans.
6Stanley Classic Vacuum Bottle
A thermos is essential to keep your brews hot while traveling or to save an extra cup for after a run. The Stanley Classic features patented vacuum insulation technology that’ll keep it steaming up to 24 hours.
7Stagg EKG Electric Pour-Over Kettle
For home baristas, this electric kettle guarantees a precise temperature for a perfect pour-over. The Stagg kettle also comes in a copper, silver, or matte black finish that won’t be an eyesore if left on the counter too.
8Bean Box Gourmet Coffee Sampler – 3-Month Gift Subscription
Bean Boxamazon.com
$68.00
A coffee subscription is a gift that’ll keep on giving. This three-month sampler will send four hand-picked, whole-bean coffees each month, along with tasting notes and brewing tips. If a total of 12 packs isn’t quite right, you can choose from samplers of four, six, eight, or twelve, as well as choose the type of roast.
9Airscape Coffee Storage Canister
Airscapeamazon.com
$23.99
This airtight stainless-steel storage container features a patented plunger-like lid to keep oxygen out and coffee beans fresh. It comes in 32- and 64-ounce sizes as well as red, mocha, and obsidian color options.
10Chemex Classic Series, Pour-Over Glass Coffeemaker
The Chemex proves that coffee-making is both a science and an art. Select from sizes ranging from three cups for personal use to 10 cups for serving brunch to a whole crew. Whichever model, you’ll get a precise pour-over and a stylish addition to any contemporary kitchen.
11CoffeeSock Reusable Coffee Filter
CoffeeSockamazon.com
$14.39
Finding a way to make your own coffee while traveling can be a pain. This reusable coffee filter is easy to take on-the-go to make the perfect cup so you won’t succumb to that sugary, expensive latte from a coffee shop.
12KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Cold brew has been gaining popularity lately for its lower acidity, and now you can make your own at home with this cold brew maker. The extra-large size can make up to 19 servings, and the 38 ounces of concentrate will stay fresh in the fridge for up to two weeks.
13Venta Roasted Coffee Scented Soy Candle
Instead of drinking that second cup way too close to bedtime, just light this soy candle to enjoy the smell of a fresh brew.
14Hario V60 Drip Coffee Scale and Timer
The perfect brew starts with precise measurements with this coffee scale. It’ll not only weigh your beans in 0.1 gram increments, but it also has a built-in timer so you won’t over or under-brew.
15Bodum Chambord French Press Coffee, 12 oz
French presses may sound fancy to someone who’s only ever used automatic coffee makers, but we promise that it’s one of simplest ways to make a cup. Help a beginner friend up their coffee game with this popular, classic French press, available in tons of styles like black, chrome, copper, gold, white, and stainless steel.
16Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug
Your friend may have all the latest tech to track data on their runs, but we bet they don’t already have a smart mug to keep drinks at the perfect temperature. It even connects with an app to customize temperature preferences.
17Pop Chart Lab Expressions of Espresso Coffee Poster Print
Pop Chart Labamazon.com
$30.00
Learn the proportions of steamed milk to foam to espresso in every kind of latte you can order from your local coffee shop with this poster.
18Keurig K-Mini Basic Coffee Maker
If someone you know can’t handle more steps than popping in a K-cup and pressing a button to sip on coffee before heading out for a run, then the latest mini Keurig is for them. It’s super compact and comes in more stylish color options like matte gray, teal, and mint green.
19Death Wish Ground Coffee, 16 Ounce
Death Wish Coffee Co.amazon.com
$19.99
Tons of coffee aficionados are trying this coffee that claims to be the “world’s strongest.” If you know a runner who seems to never be able to have enough caffeine, let them put the Death Wish coffee to the test.
20Starbucks Gift Card
Starbucksamazon.com
$25.00
Because sometimes there’s just not enough time to enjoy a cup at home. If you know a runner who’s always stopping into Starbucks for a quick jolt before or after a run, they’ll probably appreciate a gift card more than home-barista gadgets.
A true love for coffee
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