Best Gifts for Beer Lovers

A six-pack might not get you a six-pack – though beer does have some B vitamins and potassium – but for beer geeks and casual drinkers alike, there’s nothing quite like the refreshing taste of a cold brew. And to elevate the experience even further? The coolest brew gadgets and gear should always be within reach.  RELATED: Unique Christmas Gift Ideas When it comes to selecting gifts for beer lovers, you can't go wrong with an item that calls out to their hops-loving heart. And, no we aren't suggesting grabbing a six-pack and calling it a day. The ideal gift should allow your beloved beer lovers to optimize their drinking experience, learn more about their beverage of choice or enjoy it in a whole new way. Here, we’re laying out all of the best gifts for the beer lovers on your list – and perhaps for you, too. No judgment here! Best Gift Ideas for Beer Lovers 10 Barrel Brewing Co. Nature Calls IPA Mango! Tangerine! Grapefruit! Nature Calls from 10 Barrel Brewing Co. blends West Coast IPA and East Coast Hazy IPA, making a crisp, clean, citrus-filled beer at 6.5% ABV. Perfect for any beer drinker (especially those that enjoy a cold one when doing man things outside), picking up at 6-pack gives back to The Nature Conservation Alliance through 10 Barrel’s #DrinkItForward program. Find out more at 10Barrel.com BooSocki Beer Hoppy Socks Gift someone’s feet a well deserved buzz with BooSocki’s Beer Hoppy socks. Lay out on your own lily pad and take a page from the frog’s book. Any beer lover will have a good grin once he sees you’ve given him a pair of these cotton, super cushioned crews. $4.99 at BooSocki.com BrüMate Hopsulator Trio What’s cooler than being cool? Ice cold, the temperature your beer should be at. In order to hold onto that frosty goodness between each sip, turn to BrüMate, a triple-insulated steel cooler that puts your basic koozies to shame. While this particular Hopsulator accommodates 12 and 16 oz. cans (or as its own pint glass), the brand also provides similar products for glass bottles. Never let your beer go warm again! $29.99 at Amazon.com Troegs The Mad Elf Beer, Six-Pack Want a holiday-themed beer that doesn't suck? This six-pack of beers from Troegs, aptly named The Mad Elf, combines holiday flavors like cherry and honey to deliver a sweet-tasting beer that's perfect to enjoy with friends and family around an open fire.  $20.49 for 6-pack at GoPuff.com  California Cowboy High Sierra Shirt Turn flannel season on its head with a shirt that holds. Your. Beer. For. You. This particular piece of apparel from California Cowboy, lined with thermal that “hugs you like a unicorn,” not only features loops for your sunglasses and gloves, but also pockets for your phone, bottle opener, and cracked open beverage. It's a whole new approach for beer lovers living the Après life. $238 at Shop.CaliforniaCowboy.com YETI Hopper M Series Portable Cooler It's started to get a little chilly for camping season, but that doesn't mean someone can't benefit from a top-of-the-line cooler. This YETI cooler is not only incredibly durable and water-resistant, but also extremely lightweight and portable, for those of you who like to hike or tailgate. $350 at Amazon.com Host Freeze Beer Glasses This isn't your ordinary beer glass. Featuring a freezing gel within its double glass walls, this set of four glasses keeps beer nice and cold from first to last sip. We also love the comfortable silicone band around the middle, ensuring a slip-free drinking experience.  $46.97 at Amazon.com GrowlerWerks uKeg Stainless Steel Growler This stainless steel growler is as sleek as it is functional. Not only can it store eight to 10 beers, but it can keep beer fresh for weeks, meaning they can buy their brews in bulk to rack up savings. $178 at Amazon.com Beer of the Month Subscription Subscription boxes are still all the rage and a beer-themed one is a great option to go with if you’re shopping for a beer lover who seemingly has it all gadget-wise. Since the delivery comes every month, they’ll also be reminded of your thoughtfulness on the reg. Find out more at BeerMonthClub.com Swag Brewery Brew Candle, Set of 3 Beer scented candles might not sound so appealing at first. No one wants their living room to smell like a stale pint. But these candles feature only the best brew notes. With more than 40 hours of burn time, they will fill their space with fresh, fruity and, at times, spicy fragrance. $39.99 at Amazon.com Brisked Beer Chiller Sticks No beer, watered-down beer or warm beer is not a decision any beer lover should ever have to make, and with this chiller, they never will. All they have to do is freeze one of the chillers and when they're ready to drink, insert it into the beer bottle. $9.99 at Amazon.com Beer Bottle Cap USA Map Great for the beer lover who takes great pride in trying unique, lesser-known varieties. This wooden beer cap USA map will allow them to display their finds in an artful way.  $34.99 at Amazon.com GrowlerWerks uPint It’s no German beer boot, but it’s a heck of a lot more functional. This insulated pint glass is designed from food-grade stainless steel to keep beer optimally cool. It also has side divots for easy gripping, even if they’ve thrown back a few too many brews. $28 at Amazon.com 'Drink Better Beer' - Joshua M. Bernstein Beer expert Joshua M. Bernstein is back with more insights on what beers to enjoy and how to best savor them. With recommendations from more than 100 professionals, this book taps into everything from brew shopping to glass cleaning. $11.99 at Amazon.com Miller Lite Dart Board Have a Miller fan on your list? Let them showcase their love of beer and upgrade game nights with this themed dartboard. $152.99 at Amazon.com The Bucket List by Justin Kennedy Great for the traveling beer lover in your life, this book offers all the insider recommendations they need to drink only the best of brews around the globe. From long-standing breweries to fresh, trendy spots, its got 'em all. $35 at Amazon.com Flight of Beer Soap Beer lovers would bathe in brews if they could. However, the sticky end result might not be quite what they pictured. Instead, gift them a flight of soaps. From stout to Pilsner, these beer soaps will give them a sudsy fresh feeling without a lingering brewery smell. $40 at RinseSoap.com Goodnight Brew by Karla Oceanak Bonus points if this gift is for a new parent, "Goodnight Brew" offers a playful take on the children’s classic, "Goodnight Moon." While this humorous parody comes in the form of a children’s book, it’s just as informative as it is whimsical thanks to the brew infographics that follow the story. $16.95 at Amazon.com Northern Brewer HomeBrewing Starter Kit Every beer lover should experience at-home brewing at least once. While quality will always vary, making your own beer gives you a newfound appreciation for the craft – and the act of brewing itself offers a crash course on the scientific side of enjoying beer. $155.99 at Amazon.com Barrel-Aged Stout and Selling Out by Josh Noel If the beer lovers you’re buying for are history buffs, they’ll love this engrossing book which looks at how craft beer became the mega-industry it is today, while bringing up questions about how breweries should optimally grow.  $19.99 at Amazon.com You Might Also Dig: Best Gifts for Wine Lovers Anniversary Gifts for Him Gift Ideas for Boyfriends