Five Star Gift Ideas

If your son enjoys coffee cupping and tasting, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that you could consider to enhance his experience and show your support for his passion. Here are some suggestions:

1. Specialty Coffee Subscription: Consider gifting your son a subscription to a specialty coffee club or a monthly coffee box. This will expose him to a variety of unique and high-quality coffee beans from around the world, allowing him to explore different flavors and profiles.

2. Coffee Cupping Kit: Put together a coffee cupping kit consisting of various coffee beans, cups, a coffee cupping spoon, and a professional coffee cupping guide. This will provide him with the necessary tools to engage in cupping sessions at home and further improve his tasting skills.

3. Coffee Brewing Equipment: Enhance your son's coffee experience by gifting him a high-quality coffee brewing equipment such as a pour-over coffee dripper, a French press, or an espresso machine. This will allow him to experiment with different brewing methods and further refine his palate for coffee tasting.

4. Coffee Tasting Journal: Help your son keep track of his coffee cupping sessions and tasting experiences by gifting him a coffee tasting journal. This journal can include sections for recording notes on origin, taste profiles, brewing methods, and personal preferences. This will enable him to document his coffee journey and track his evolving preferences over time.

5. Coffee Roasting Course: If your son is interested in taking his passion for coffee to the next level, consider gifting him a coffee roasting course or workshop. This will provide him with hands-on experience in roasting his own coffee beans and understanding the intricacies of the roasting process.

6. Coffee Books: Expand your son's knowledge about coffee by gifting him insightful and educational coffee books. There are plenty of options available, ranging from books on the history of coffee to guides on home brewing and advanced tasting techniques. This will not only nourish his interest but also allow him to deepen his understanding of the coffee world.

7. Coffee Related Merchandise: Personalize your son's gift by considering coffee-related merchandise such as a custom coffee mug or a t-shirt with a coffee-themed design. This will showcase your support for his passion and provide him with a keepsake that he can enjoy while indulging in his favorite beverage.

Remember, the most important aspect of gift-giving is to show your son that you genuinely appreciate and support his interests. By selecting a meaningful and personal gift that aligns with his passion for coffee cupping and tasting, you'll be able to create a valuable and memorable Christmas gift that he will truly cherish.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”