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The Best Gifts for Coffee and Tea Lovers

Home | Updated: November 5, 2024
Evan Malachosky
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Evan is a writer and editor based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His work has appeared in GQ, Esquire, Popular Mechanics, Gear Patrol, and more.
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There’s nothing quite as comforting as a warm, well-made cup of coffee or tea. No matter which you prefer, or how you prepare it, you know the feeling that comes with that first sip. Those who love a cozy caffeinated beverage know that occasionally home-brewed batches fall short. After all, few of us are trained baristas. So, why not get yourself — or another special someone in your life — a tool, treat, or trendy trinket to enhance the at-home experience? From a self-heating mug to the ideal stovetop kettle, these are the best gifts for every level of coffee and tea lover.

Prices are accurate as of November 4, 2024. Subject to change.

For Coffee Lovers

Ember Mug 2
$150
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Nespresso Aeroccino3 Milk Frother
$99
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Nespresso Vertuo Coffee and Espresso Machine
$189
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Cometeer Instant Coffee Advent Calendar
$99
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Keurig K-Supreme Coffee Maker
$170
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Atlas Coffee Club Gourmet Sampler
$38
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Ember Mug 2

Those who prefer their beverages hot know the disappointment that settles in when the contents of your mug become lukewarm — or worse, cold. Sure, reheating your coffee or tea in the microwave is an option, but there are products out there that don’t even let your drink get cold in the first place. The Ember Mug, for example, can keep your coffee or tea at your desired temperature (from 120°F to 145°F) for up to 80 minutes off its charging pad or all day on it, meaning you — or your lucky giftee — can nurse a single cup for as long as your heart desires.

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Nespresso Aeroccino3 Milk Frother

If it’s the foamy milk that keeps drawing you back to your favorite coffee shop, you’ll be surprised to learn making it at home is surprisingly simple. You can do it by hand with a steam wand, but this standalone countertop device by Nespresso, the Nespresso Aerocino3 Milk Frother, does the work for you, whipping up batches of warm milk or warm (or cold) foam in under a minute. To mix your final product with your preferred coffee, simply lift the cup up off its stand and pour.

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Nespresso Vertuo Coffee and Espresso Machine

Has your giftee grown tired of traditional drip coffee? Instead of offering an expert-level machine with a steep learning curve, gift them this easy-to-use espresso machine by Nespresso, which pairs well with the Aerocino3. Capable of brewing four different cup sizes — single espresso, double espresso, 5-ounce coffee, and 8-ounce coffee — you’ll find that there’s a setting for every palate (and energy level). Simply fill the rear chamber with water, insert one of Nespresso’s premium pods, and press brew. The machine automatically adapts its brewing process to each capsule, accounting for coffee size, best temperature, proper pressure, and total brewing time.

BUY FOR $189 AT AMAZON
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Cometeer Instant Coffee Advent Calendar

Instant coffee has long gotten a bad rap. But long gone are the powders that clump and clot, turning your well-meaning coffee into a pool of light brown water and undissolved grounds. Cometeer set out to make instant coffee a luxury good, creating concentrated frozen coffee capsules that dissolve directly into hot water, resulting in a cup of instant coffee that’s nearly indistinguishable from those that took minutes, if not longer, to make. Their annual specialty coffee advent calendar features a sampling of delicious and innovative coffees of the season, curated by their coffee experts.

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Keurig K-Supreme Coffee Maker

Keurig’s best-selling single-serve coffee brewer, the K-Supreme brews flavorful, aromatic coffee in just seconds, in 6-, 8-, 10-, or 12-ounce servings. Move past the mess of loose-ground coffee and try the compact, convenient pod system, which helps you keep a variety of coffees on hand and fresh for longer. The simple button system lets you select your preferred brew, and there’s no setup or wait time between cups, thanks to Keurig’s instant reheat technology.

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Atlas Coffee Club Gourmet Sampler

Taste flavorful coffees from around the world in Atlas Coffee Club’s World of Coffee Discovery Set, which features four freshly ground single-origin coffees from four different countries. Each comes packaged in bags with custom art from their source country, along with a postcard detailing the journey it took to get to your door.

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For Tea Lovers

Le Creuset Stoneware Mug
$28
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iLOLA Tea Disc Set
$77
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Caraway Whistling Tea Kettle
$245
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OXO Infuser Basket
$15
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Brightland Orange Blossom Honey
$20
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Bubble Tea Kit
$40
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Le Creuset Stoneware Mug

Le Creuset is an iconic name in the stoneware industry. Since 1925, they’ve been the name in colorful cookware, amassing quite the cult following because of it. Certain products in rarer colors are downright impossible to find, but the baseline products — i.e. this beautiful mug — are available year-round. That said, they make an excellent gift, especially for a tea-lover with an existing Le Creuset collection.

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iLOLA Tea Disc Set

Named to Oprah’s Favorite Things list in 2022, the iLOLA Tea Disc Set features three different pressed tea discs and a sleek stainless steel infuser — the perfect set for introducing someone in your life to the luxury of loose-leaf tea. The compact discs are an easy way to take the mess out of loose-leaf tea, ensuring the experience of making it is as zen as the time spent drinking it.

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Caraway Whistling Tea Kettle

When electric kettles took over kitchens, no one realized what we’d lose: the iconic whistle of the stovetop kettle. So, why not bring that timeless — definitely not annoying — sound back? Caraway’s stylish iteration is lined with stainless steel, has a heatproof handle, and comes ceramic-coated, which means it boils faster and holds heat better than a traditional kettle.

BUY FOR $245 AT CARAWAY
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OXO Infuser Basket

In a rush? Or, know someone who constantly is? OXO’s Infuser Basket makes for the perfect stocking stuffer. Built for most mugs and cups, you can steep your tea right there, saving you the hassle of towing a wet tea bag or straining your loose-leaf tea. Its wide-edged top helps it balance on the lip of your mug, while the lid doubles as a drip tray once removed.

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Brightland Orange Blossom Honey

Most people like a bit of lemon and a little sweetness in their tea. Why not get the best of both in one product? Brightland’s Orange Blossom Honey is the sweetest gift, whether used in black tea or dosed over yogurt. To make this Orange Blossom Honey, a colony of bees in California collected nectar from single-estate orange groves, resulting in a honey that’s sweet, citrusy, and extremely easy on the eyes.

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Bubble Tea Kit

If you’re buying for someone who isn’t a fan or coffee nor traditional or herbal teas, let them try bubble tea in the comfort of their home. With black and rooibos chai bubble tea bases and a jumbo-sized bag of tapioca pearls (aka boba), you can craft a hot or cold batch of homemade boba anytime the craving strikes — and the included extra-large straws help you get the boba up off the bottom of the glass.

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Great Gifts for Father’s Day

Ali Eldridge
Wealth | Updated: May 30, 2025
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Dads are an important part of life: examples of how (and who) to be, a helping hand, and, often, much-needed comic relief. If you have a close relationship with your own dad, the father of your kids, or another father figure in your life, then you know Father’s Day is the perfect time to express gratitude and get them a gift. While most dads only wish for the love and support of their family, they definitely appreciate a new little tech gadget or a comfy pair of slippers — just not another tie. So, if you’re looking for the perfect gift to get your dad this Father’s Day, here’s a guide to some of the best options currently available.

Prices are accurate as of May 28, 2025. Subject to change.

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Big Horn Outdoors 12” Wood Pellet Pizza Oven

A top-rated option at a fair price, Big Horn Outdoors’ compact wood pellet pizza oven can fit a pie 12 inches in diameter, which is more than enough to feed one (aka dad, if he’s greedy), but the internal top temperature (860 degrees Fahrenheit) is high enough to keep the pizza party rolling for the whole family, so long as you have pellets on hand.

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Apple AirTags

Between mowing the lawn, playing softball, and grilling up delicious steaks, most dads have a jam-packed schedule. With so much going on, it can be easy for them to misplace their keys or wallet. The good news is that those concerns can become a thing of the past if you buy your dad a set of Apple AirTags. These nifty gadgets use Bluetooth to connect with any smartphone and can help you track down valuable items that have been lost.

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Amazon Kindle

The Amazon Kindle is one of the best e-readers on the market, especially for the dad who loves reading historical novels about World War II. While other electronic devices may put a strain on the eyes, the Kindle’s soft paperwhite display makes it easy to read without worrying about dad’s eyes getting dry or tired. Your dad will love having all of his favorite spy novels and presidential biographies available at the touch of a button.

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Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0

Rudimentary fire pits are often more trouble than they’re worth, leading to messy coals and burnt patches of dead grass on the lawn. But that’s not the case with Solo Stove, a company that makes easy-to-use fire pits that are easy to clean. Solo Stove sells larger models like the Canyon 2.0 — which is perfect for communal gatherings between dad and his friends — or standard-sized options like the Bonfire 2.0. Or, you could get dad the FirePit+ from BioLite. This portable product is smokeless and makes the perfect gift for your dad’s next camping trip.

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Aura Digital Picture Frame

You’ve probably made countless memories and taken thousands of photos with your dad over the years. That’s why it can be so hard to choose just one photo to print and frame. But you don’t have to settle for just a single memory if you purchase your dad this digital picture frame from Aura. This incredible gift connects with any online photo library and cycles through those memories. It also comes with built-in speakers that allow for video capabilities.

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DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver

DEWALT makes some of the most reliable power tools on the market, and this cordless drill and impact driver combo is a must-have for any DIY project around the house. Whether dad’s doing something as simple as building a birdhouse or a more advanced project like putting up drywall, these tools will help him get the job done every time.

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Venom 2 Back Massager

Being a dad can be tense at times, so there’s no better way to help the old man relax than with the Venom 2 Back massager from Hyperice. This heated — and frankly blissful — device fits comfortably around the waist and provides evenly distributed heat six times quicker than your standard heating pad. The device can be easily controlled with a dial in the front, ensuring maximum comfort at all times.

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Breville Sous Vide

Sous vide is a cooking technique that involves heating a vacuum-sealed meal inside a pot of perfectly temperate water, resulting in cuts of meat that melt in your mouth. This tool from Breville is one of the best available sous vide machines on the market. Your dad will love experimenting with new cooking techniques in the kitchen, so snag him one of these neat gadgets today.

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Brightland Olive Oil

Good food is all about good seasoning, and one of the best ways to ensure tons of flavor is by using high-quality olive oil. Brighthand makes some of the best olive oil available, with standard extra virgin options as well as olive oils infused with garlic and basil. Dad will also love any of the more affordable olive oil options sold by Graza, which produces equally decadent oils despite the lower cost.

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Bellroy Flip Case

We wouldn’t be surprised if your dad is still using the same ratty wallet he’s had since his younger days. It’s time to help your dad out with some modern accessories, such as this sleek flip case from Bellroy. This hard-sided wallet keeps your cards and money safe and secure inside a hard shell, and features magnetic trap doors that easily open for when your dad needs to access its contents.

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Glerups Slippers

At the end of the day, dads deserve to relax, and one of the best ways to ensure his comfort is with a cozy pair of slippers. Glerups are some of the most comfortable and durable slippers around, providing plenty of warmth along with a sturdy sole so that your dad can even wear the slippers outside.

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Our Place Cast Iron Pan

If your dad doesn’t already own a cast iron pan, then he needs one as soon as yesterday. One of the best pans available on the market that’s well worth the cost is the Cast Iron Always Pan from Our Place. If you’re looking for a more affordable option, then check out this Lodge cast iron pre-seasoned skillet. For other must-see deals on cast iron pans and related accessories, check out our detailed guide to cast iron pans.

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Allbirds Tree Runners

Allbirds are some of the most comfortable shoes on the market, and are definitely a more trendy option than those classic New Balance sneakers that most dads wear. Some Allbirds are super easy to slide on and off without even bending over, which can be especially helpful for older dads who may experience difficulty with such movements.

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California Cowboy Robe

Featuring hip designs and a comfortable terry cloth lining, these robes from California Cowboy redefine the concept of poolside luxury. Your dad will look stylish as can be while lounging at the beach with a drink in his hand while wearing one of these robes, which can be donned in and out of the house.

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ThermoPro Digital Meat Thermometer

It’s impossible to talk about dads without mentioning grilling. If your dad is the type who loves a good backyard barbecue, then it’s time to treat him to this brand-new ThermoPro digital meat thermometer. This useful product ensures that dad will cook those steaks to perfection each and every time. For the more tech-savvy dad, there’s also the MEATER wireless smart meat thermometer. This nifty gadget allows your dad to keep tabs on the meat temperature from a remote location using his smartphone, which is perfect for those low and slow barbecue dishes that take hours to cook.

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Rastelli’s Curated Meat Box

Dads deserve the finest quality ingredients available on the market. That’s why you should consider treating him to a curated box of meat from Rastelli’s. For nearly 50 years, Ray Rastelli, Jr. has earned a reputation for being a talented meat purveyor. Nowadays, his team puts together custom culinary boxes catered to any dad’s liking, which include delectable cuts of meat, poultry, and seafood. These packages are vacuum-sealed and good for up to an entire year.

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Jacobsen Salt Co. Seasoned Salt

While dad is out back barbecuing the perfect meal, he’s going to need some salt to season that meat. There’s no better salt than these infused salts from Jacobsen Salt Co., which come in flavors such as black garlic and habanero. For a more traditional kosher salt at an affordable price, get your dad these Maldon kosher sea salt crystals.

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Your Floors Are Dirtier Than You Think — Here’s How to Really Clean Them

Home | Updated: January 21, 2026
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Keeping your house or apartment clean is a chore. No matter whether yours is big, small, or somewhere in between, you know it, too, and no part of it is harder to keep permanently spotless than your floors. It’s a universal problem and vacuuming only gets you so far. Simply put, vacuums suck — and that’s about it. They collect the loose dirt and debris lying on the surface, maybe even the finer particulate you can’t even see, but they do tackle stuck-on stickiness, stains, smudges, or the invisible layer of “ick” lurking throughout your home.

To truly clean your home, you have to use a floor steamer — but not just any floor steamer. You need the Dupray Multipurpose Neat Steam Cleaner, which harnesses the power of super-hot steam (275°F to be exact) to tackle projects both big and small: the grout in your tile floors, your tub and shower, the glass door on your oven, the shelves inside your fridge, your car’s cupholders, or your decade-old carpet — you name it. This do-it-all tool really does do it all, and your home will feel cleaner than ever because of it. Before, dirt and stains were seen as losses to the proverbial home-ownership gods; it’s what comes with truly living in your space, I thought. Dupray changed my mind, though.

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Dupray Multipurpose Neat Steam Cleaner

ProsCons
Effective at cleaning all types of surfacesCorded, which makes it hard to move from room to room
Comes with a variety of tips and nozzlesTakes time to warm up
Minimal amount of water neededDoesn’t have a water level indicator
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It Works Everywhere — and Well

The beauty of Dupray’s multipurpose steam cleaner is its versatility. While it’s built like a vacuum cleaner, it isn’t locked into one’s limited functionality. You can remove the flat, floor-cleaning nozzle and swap in the triangle tool (with or without the bonnet), the standalone steam lance, or a nylon or brass brush. Each one has its own specific strengths, giving you a strong bullpen of cleaning tools to choose from. If you need to remove stuck-on grease from your stovetop, one of the firmer brushes will surely do the trick. If you need to clean your tub, try the bonnet atop the triangle nozzle. I, for one, will go through all three pads on my first-level hardwood floors — where my house gets the most foot traffic — in a single session if I haven’t used it in a while. They’re machine-washable, though, so once I’ve thoroughly soiled them, I can toss them in the wash, tackle my window, and return to cleaning my second and third floors once they’ve dried out.

Now, each time I clean, I wonder whether my cleaning could be made easier by this machine — “Will the steamer get this stain up?” I constantly ask myself. If it needs cleaning, this machine can probably do the job, I’ve learned.

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It’s Simple to Use and Easy to Understand

The machine has one button that’s both an on and off switch and an LED ring to indicate when it’s heating and when it’s fully at temperature. Orange means it’s warming and green signals it’s ready to go. When you’re done cleaning, just press it again to turn it off. (Or simply unplug it.)

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When you’re using the wand, you can lock the trigger in place, too, which means you don’t actively need to press it down to release steam. That’s helpful when making repetitive motions across hard surfaces or batch-cleaning lines of grout or multiple window sills.

It Doesn’t Take Up Much Space

Because of its versatility, I move this machine around quite a bit — and I have no problem doing so despite it being corded. It’s on wheels, and a collapsible handle makes it easy to lift over ledges, up the stairs, or into a different room if you don’t feel like dragging it by its wand.

When I’m done with it, it fits neatly in my linen closet, which, to be transparent, isn’t very big: Its true measurements are 10.5 by 10.5 by 9.5 inches, which makes it a near-perfect square (on wheels, with a long, but collapsible, wand to boot). Plus, if it’s in your way, you can just wheel it in either direction to reach whatever you’re grabbing for behind or beside it.

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It Doesn’t Require a Ton of Water

A full tank for the Dupray is just under 7 cups of water. That’s an easy amount to draw straight from your faucet in one or two trips if you have the right vessel. It’s not necessarily the easiest to lift straight onto your counter or beneath an outdoor spigot, and, as many reviewers, myself included, have noted, there’s no indicator for the internal water level, which means you’re guessing how much it needs (and how much you’re actually putting in, too).

That means it’s smarter to slowly fill it with a smaller cup instead of overflowing it with a faucet on full blast. In the grand scheme of things, though, 7 cups is not much at all, and you get a lot of steam from this small amount of water — enough for 50 minutes of cleaning time to be exact. That’s more than enough time to tackle most projects, but if not, there are a few rules to note before refilling: You have to let the machine cool down completely before refilling, which does limit its ability to clean exceedingly large spaces. Opening it while hot could cause a kind of steam explosion, and you’re likely to get burned.

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