The stockings are hung, the lights are twinkling, and your gift list is…still not finished. Sound familiar? Between navigating crowded stores and endless scrolling through generic gift guides, finding presents that actually feel personal can leave even the jolliest gift-giver feeling frazzled.
This year, skip the stress and shop smarter with our carefully curated collection of holiday gifts from the #CraftedCommunity. We’ve gathered 15 unique ideas from craft beverage makers who know a thing or two about creating something special.
Whether you’re shopping for sleep-deprived new parents, your loyal beer buddy, or that philanthropic friend always putting others first, we’ve got the perfect present to brighten everyone’s holiday season.
So grab your favorite festive beverage, settle in, and get ready to check off your list with gifts that are anything but ordinary.
Gifts for the Diaper Duty Devotees
Life just got a whole lot louder—and a whole lot sweeter—for these brand-new parents. Between diaper changes and sleepless nights, they deserve gifts that celebrate their growing family while giving them a moment to unwind. These thoughtful presents honor both the newest arrival and the exhausted heroes keeping everything running.
Featured Crafted Customer: Half Acre Beer Company
Migratory Birds Family Bundle
Welcome the newest member of the flock with Half Acre’s adorable Migratory Birds onesie for baby, matched with coordinating Owl t-shirts for the grown-ups. Round out this family-focused gift with a six-pack of WayBird — because every new parent deserves a celebratory cold one.
Packaging tip: Arrange the items in a large wicker basket lined with a soft baby blanket. Tuck the beer underneath the t-shirts, add a “Congrats on Your New Adventure!” card, and tie it all together with a red bow.
🎁 Gift Links: Half Acre Beer Company Onesie, Purple Owl Shirt, and Black Owl Shirt
Featured Crafted Customer: Philadelphia Distilling
Baby’s First Distillery Merch
If it’s a cocktail over beer family, check out Philadelphia Distilling’s simple gray and navy baby onesie. Pair it with a bottle of Bluecoat Elderflower Gin so the parents can toast to their new arrival with something floral, refined and well-deserved.
Packaging tip: Place the onesie and bottle in a stylish diaper caddy that they can repurpose for nursery organization. Add a handwritten cocktail recipe card featuring a simple gin cocktail they can make one-handed while holding the baby.
🎁 Gift Links: Philadelphia Distilling Onesie and Bluecoat Elderflower Gin
Featured Crafted Customer: Breckenridge Distillery & Mock One
Mocktail Magic for Booze-Free Parents
For parents who crave cocktail hour but need to stay sharp for 3 a.m. feedings, gift them Mock One Non-Alcoholic Tequila paired with Filthy Margarita Mix from Breckenridge Distillery. They’ll appreciate a sophisticated cocktail experience without the hangover they definitely can’t afford right now.
Packaging tip: Create a “Parents’ Night In” gift box with the mocktail ingredients, premium margarita salt, fresh limes, fancy straws, and a streaming service gift card. Include a note: “For when the baby finally goes to sleep.”
🎁 Gift Links: Mock One Non-Alcoholic Tequila and Filthy Margarita Mix
Gifts for Your Hoppy Hour Hero
This person has strong opinions about IBUs, can name their favorite brewery’s seasonal release schedule by heart, and always has room in the fridge for one more sixer. They don’t just drink beer — they experience it. Give them a gift that keeps the taps flowing all year long.
Featured Crafted Customer: Prost Brewing
Year-Round Brewery Access
Give your beer buddy twelve months of exclusive perks with a Prost Bier Klub membership. From special release access to members-only events, this subscription keeps them connected to the brewery they love all year long. It’s the gift that literally keeps on giving.
Packaging tip: Since this is a membership, create a “First Pint” welcome kit. Fill a branded growler with tissue paper and tuck in the membership certificate, a Prost pint glass, and a handwritten note explaining what they’ve just received. Top it with a glittery bow.
🎁 Gift Link: Prost Brewing
Featured Crafted Customer: Saint Arnold Brewing Company
Beer for Life? Yes, Really.
Go big or go home with a Saint Arnold Society Membership that delivers a free craft beer at every visit for life. Your beer-loving friend will receive exclusive releases, invitations to member events, and bragging rights that last well beyond the holidays. This is the ultimate gift for your most dedicated beer enthusiast.
Packaging tip: Present this in a mini wooden beer crate filled with snack pairings like artisan pretzels, smoked jerky, and gourmet nuts. Add the membership details on a vintage-style card attached with twine.
🎁 Gift Link: Saint Arnold Brewing Company
Featured Crafted Customer: Braxton Brewing Company
Private Barrel Program Experience
Take gift-giving to the next level with Braxton’s Private Barrel Program. Your recipient gets to select their own unique barrel, participate in the blending process, and receive bottles of their custom creation. It’s not just beer — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime brewing experience they’ll never forget.
Packaging tip: This experiential gift needs a creative presentation. Design a “Barrel Selection Experience” certificate in a leather portfolio. Include a bottle of Braxton beer to enjoy while they plan their barrel adventure, plus a journal to document their brewing journey.
🎁 Gift Link: Braxton Brewing Company
Gifts for a Bubbly Bon Vivant
This oenophile doesn’t take wine too seriously — they just take it everywhere. From picnics in the park to dinner parties that turn into dance parties, they appreciate wines that are approachable, delightful and always ready for an adventure. Toast their playful spirit with a gift as fun as they are.
Featured Crafted Customer: Tamburlaine Organic Wines
Picnic-Perfect Wine Pack
For the wine lover who refuses to be confined to a dining room, gift them Tamburlaine Organic Wines’ two-bottle gift pack, complete with a stylish tote. Perfect for impromptu picnics, beach days or park hangs, this Australian winery’s organic wines travel as well as your adventurous friend does.
Packaging tip: Build out the ultimate picnic package by adding a waterproof picnic blanket, reusable wine tumblers, a small cutting board and a note suggesting a local park for the first outing. The tote holds everything together beautifully.
🎁 Gift Link: Tamburlaine Organic Wines
Featured Crafted Customer: Justin Vineyards & Winery
Personalized Luxury Experience
Make it personal with an engraved bottle of Justin Wines — because nothing says “you’re special” like their name literally on the label. Take it to the next level by pairing it with a gift card to Justin’s Michelin Star-rated restaurant, The Restaurant at Justin. Now that’s an unforgettable experience!
Packaging tip: Present the engraved bottle in a wooden wine box with the restaurant gift card tucked inside. Add a reservation suggestion card with dining tips and recommended menu items. Wrap the entire box in elegant wine-colored paper and add a gold ribbon.
🎁 Gift Link: Justin Vineyards & Winery
Featured Crafted Customer: Montinore Estate
Subscription to Sipping Success
Enroll your whimsical wine friend in a wine club membership from Montinore Estate. Each shipment brings new varietals to discover, tasting notes to explore, and conversations to spark. It’s like having a personal wine curator delivering joy to their doorstep throughout the year.
Packaging tip: Create an elegant “Welcome to the Club” package with the membership certificate nestled in a wine tote bag. Add a wine journal for tasting notes, a quality corkscrew, and a fun wine-themed book like “Wine Folly” or “The Essential Scratch & Sniff Guide to Becoming a Wine Expert.”
🎁 Gift Link: Montinore Estate
Gifts for That Active Ace
Always on the move, this athletic enthusiast lives for their next adventure — whether it’s on the golf course, in the waves, or on the pickleball court. They appreciate gear that performs as hard as they do. Score big with these boozy-themed, active-lifestyle gifts.
Featured Crafted Customer: Willett Distillery
Tee Time Essentials
Help your loved one look sharp on the links with a Willett Distillery polo shirt paired with a matching golf club cover. These Kentucky bourbon makers know quality craftsmanship extends beyond the barrel, and your golf-loving pal will appreciate the attention to detail in every swing.
Packaging tip: Fold the polo neatly in a gift box with the club cover positioned on top. Include a sleeve of premium golf balls, tees in the box corners, and a gift card to their favorite course tucked in the shirt pocket. Wrap with a ribbon made from the distillery’s signature colors.
🎁 Gift Links: Willett Distillery Polo and Golf Club Cover
Featured Crafted Customer: Gage Roads Brewing Co.
Surf’s Up Bundle
For your wave-chasing friend down under (or anyone who wishes they were), bundle a Gage Roads wetsuit — available in men’s and women’s styles — with a waterproof dry bag to keep their essentials safe. This Australian brewery understands that the best beer tastes even better after a solid surf session.
Packaging tip: Roll the wetsuit and place it in the dry bag along with surf wax, sunscreen and a waterproof Bluetooth speaker. Attach a “Catch Some Waves” gift tag with a bottle opener on the drawstring. Consider adding a mixed pack of Gage Roads beer for post-surf refreshment.
🎁 Gift Links: Gage Roads Brewing Co. Men’s and Women’s Wetsuit and Dry Bag
Featured Crafted Customer: Surfside
Pickleball Party Package
Join the fastest-growing sport in America with a Surfside pickleball set. Throw in matching Surfside apparel, and you’ve got everything they need to dominate the court in style. After all, every great match deserves an equally great beverage.
Packaging tip: Pack everything in a soft-sided cooler that’s perfect for post-game beverages. Add extra pickleballs, sweatbands and a mixed pack of Surfside Iced Tea + Vodka Variety Pack. Top it off with a note: “Game. Set. Match. Cheers!”
🎁 Gift Link: Surfside
Gifts for a Charitable Champion
This person makes the world better just by being in it. They always think of others first, and give so much of their time, money and goods to people in need. The holidays are the perfect time to honor their giving spirit with gifts that pay it forward, supporting causes as meaningful as they are.
Featured Crafted Customer: Topa Topa Brewing Company
Light the Way for Conservation
For the true outdoors enthusiast, gift a Topa Topa x Third Eye headlamp along with a donation in their name to Los Padres Forest Watch. This partnership protects the wild spaces around Ventura, California, while giving your generous friend quality gear for their next outdoor adventure. It’s a present that shines bright in every way.
Packaging tip: Package the headlamp in a small backpack or hiking pouch. Include trail maps of Los Padres National Forest, a donation certificate in their name, and a handwritten note about the conservation work of the charity. Add some trail mix and a reusable water bottle to complete the outdoor theme.
🎁 Gift Links: Topa Topa and Los Padres Forest Watch
Featured Crafted Customer: North Coast Brewing Company
Protecting Our Coastal Communities
Celebrate the giver in your life with a North Coast Stellar tap handle while making a gift to protect endangered Steller sea lions. This California brewery has been championing environmental causes for decades, making this the perfect present for someone who cares about ocean conservation.
Packaging tip: Display the tap handle in a shadow box frame with the donation certificate and a photo of Steller sea lions. Add educational information about the species and North Coast’s conservation efforts. This becomes both a gift and a conversation piece for their home bar or office.
🎁 Gift Links: North Coast Brewing Company and Marine Mammal Fund
Featured Crafted Customer: ONEHOPE Wine
Sparkling Generosity
Spread holiday cheer with a bottle of ONEHOPE sparkling brut — and know that with each bottle purchased, ONEHOPE donates $25 in school supplies to K-12 students across the U.S. It’s the gift that celebrates while giving back, perfect for someone who believes in lifting up our next generation.
Packaging tip: Present the bottle in a festive gift bag with a card explaining the $25 school supply donation. Perfect for the teachers in your life, add a photo ornament of your child to thank them for their support. Include champagne flutes and a “Toast to Making a Difference” tag.
🎁 Gift Link: ONEHOPE Wine
Raise a Glass to Thoughtful Gifting from the #CraftedCommunity
The best gifts don’t just fill a space under the tree — they create moments, spark joy and show someone you really get them. This year’s collection from the #CraftedCommunity proves that beverage makers craft more than exceptional products. They create experiences worth sharing and memories worth making.
From celebrating new beginnings with first-time parents to honoring those who give back all year long, these 15 gifts reflect the creativity, quality and community spirit that define craft beverage makers. Each present on this list comes from producers who pour passion into everything they make, whether it’s a perfectly balanced IPA, a smooth bourbon or an organic wine made with care for the planet.
The #CraftedCommunity is about more than beverage production — it’s about building connections, supporting causes, and bringing people together. As you check off your holiday list, you’re not just giving gifts; you’re supporting small businesses, artisan makers and the communities they serve.
Cheers to a holiday season filled with thoughtful gifts, warm gatherings and the spirit of community!
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