Five Star Gift Ideas

For a craft beer enthusiast like your son, there are plenty of meaningful and personal gift ideas that would enhance his brewing experience, allow him to explore new flavors, and deepen his appreciation for craft beers. Here are a few gift suggestions:

1. Craft Beer Subscription: Consider gifting your son a craft beer subscription that delivers a variety of unique and hard-to-find beers straight to his doorstep. There are several services available that curate a selection of craft beers from different breweries each month. This would give your son the opportunity to discover new breweries and styles, making each delivery a delightful surprise.

2. Beer Tasting Kit: Enhance your son's beer tasting experience with a beer tasting kit. This will provide him with the tools needed to appreciate and analyze different beers. The kit typically includes specialized glasses for specific styles of beer, a tasting notebook for him to jot down his observations, and maybe even some beer flavoring guides or aroma samples to help him identify specific profiles and ingredients.

3. Brewery Tour or Beer Festival Tickets: Look for local brewery tours or beer festivals in your area and surprise your son with tickets. This would give him the chance to not only enjoy a variety of craft beers but also learn about the brewing process and interact with fellow beer enthusiasts. Attending a brewery tour or beer festival can be a memorable and educational experience for your son.

4. Home Brewing Kit: If your son is interested in taking his beer passion to the next level, a home brewing kit can be an excellent gift. This would provide him with all the essential equipment and ingredients needed to create his own craft beers at home. It's a hands-on and creative activity that allows him to experiment with different recipes and flavors, taking his love for craft beer to a whole new level.

5. Beer Tasting Notebook: Help your son keep track of all the distinctive craft beers he tries by gifting him a beer tasting notebook. This would allow him to record his personal thoughts and observations for each beer he samples. It's not only a useful tool for tracking his favorites but also a way for him to preserve memories associated with specific beers and breweries he visits.

6. Beer Merchandise: Consider getting your son some beer-related merchandise, such as branded glassware, coasters, t-shirts, or bottle openers from his favorite breweries. These items will not only show his love for craft beer but also serve as conversation starters during beer tasting sessions or gatherings with friends.

When choosing a gift for your craft beer enthusiast son, think about what would enhance his beer experience, provide him with opportunities to explore new flavors, and support his passion for all things craft beer. By selecting a meaningful and personal gift, you'll show your understanding and support for his interests, making his Christmas even more special.

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.”