Are you scrambling for the perfect gift at the last minute? We’ve tasted and sipped a slew of food and beverage gifts and found eight that will please even the pickiest of recipients. From gourmet goody boxes to indulgent ready-to-drink cocktails, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re shopping for a foodie friend or a family member with a sweet tooth, our selection includes the perfect gift that will impress – and arrive on time.
Get Maine Lobster Classic Maine Lobster Rolls Kit ($144.99 for 4 lobster rolls on GetMaineLobster.com)
Having been raised in New England, I will eat lobster whenever I get the chance.
If someone on your list loves lobster as much as I do, this kit includes generous portions of claw & knuckle lobster meat, locally baked New England-style rolls, a top-secret “Lobster Roll Dust” spice blend, and simple instructions that only require butter. Once you place your order, it arrives at its destination within 24 hours. It’s also available on Amazon.
Rancho La Gloria Ready-to-Drink Espresso Martini ($10.98 at Walmart)
Espresso Martinis are all the rage, and now your Espresso Martini fan can have one whenever they want, without going to a bar.
This delicious drink is a blend of coffee, sweet chocolate, and 100 percent De Agave Wine. Pair this gift with a set of martini or lowball glasses or a bottle of the brand’s equally tasty Chocolate Martini ($13.99 at TheLiquorMall.com).
Tea Drops 9-Piece Sampler Assortment Gift Set ($16.99)
Something unique for the tea-lover, this gift set includes nine flavors of Tea Drop, which are organic, dissolvable, loose-leaf teas, ready to drink once dissolved in hot water. The Tasty flavors include Chai Spice, Chocolate Earl Grey, Matcha, Vanilla Bean, Peppermint, Rose Earl Grey, Citrus Ginger, and more in a cute little wooden box with a sliding top.
SAYSO Variety Pack ($16.99 on Amazon)
Another unique gift is these cocktail sachets. Simply drop them in cold water for 1-3 minutes, and the flavors infuse the water. Add booze for a cocktail, or leave it as is for a mocktail! The Variety Pack includes eight sachets in Skinny Spicy Margarita, Skinny Cardamom Paloma, Honey Rosemary Moscow Mule, and Skinny Hibiscus Cosmo, or each flavor is available individually.
Joyful Co. Welcome Box ($99 on Amazon)
Joyful Co. is a Black and Asian-Owned business that aims to support other diverse founders. All of the products are sourced from underrepresented business owners or founders. The brand makes many boxes, but I was drawn to this one, which contains items that appeal to both men and women. The box includes orange blossom honey, butter cookies, a bottle of Sorrel, and a few handy lifestyle items, like a deliciously-scented candle and travel hand sanitizer. The items come in a cheerful yellow and orange gift box.
Carnaby & Vine Yuletide Treats ($100 on CarnabyandVine.com)
Packed with tasty treats, this luxurious gift box includes a delicious selection of treats, including gingerbread chocolate bark, milk hot chocolate, spiced butter cookies, and a sticky toffee chocolate bar. The gift comes in an elegant dark grey cardboard box. Orders placed before 1 pm PT ship the same day.
Bonnie & Pop Christmas Chocolate Gift Baskets ($37.99 on Amazon)
This mother-daughter-owned business offers several delicious gift options for everyone on your list The festive tins are packed with various sweets, including chocolate-covered peanut clusters, toffee petites, chocolate and peanut butter mini pretzels, peanut brittle, chocolate-covered Oreos, and more.
Uncharted Holiday Explorer Box ($50, value $70 on Amazon)
This special-edition gift is a coffee lover’s dream! The gift set includes three bags of premium fair trade coffee in your choice of light, medium Dark Roast Organic Whole Bean Coffee. The beans are expertly roasted and have delicious and complex flavor profiles.
