At a Glance
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Coba’s Coffee- and Tea-Infused Chocolate Bars
These little bars pack a perk-up punch when you need it. Pitched as a trail-ready alternative to brewed coffee or tea, I find the espresso and chai flavors particularly enjoyable in lieu of an afternoon coffee-al-desko. Each ½ ounce bar of infused white chocolate contains about the same caffeine as a cup of coffee, and the mind-sharpening boost kicks in without the jitters.
TipTop Proper Cocktails’ Whiskey Box and Gin Box
Hosting a motley crew this Christmas, where half the party is Cali sober and the other half is more, ahem, old fashioned? Look no further than TipTop’s boxes of cocktails, organized by base spirit and delivered in giftable 18-packs, plenty to host a happy hour or keep a home bar stocked with options. We give bonus points for their pocket-sized cans, perfect for chairlift nips.
Spicewalla 18-Pack Kitchen Essentials
Founded by James Beard Award-winning Asheville chef Meherwan Irani, Spicewalla’s collection of foundational seasonings include great-quality kitchen workhorses like dried and ground chiles, crushed herbs, and baking spices. The variety of flavors are sealed inside small stay-fresh tins that stack neatly in a cabinet or bounce merrily in a backpack without spilling.
Yeti 6-oz. Stackable Mugs
The cutest tea party I’ve ever attended involved two toddlers, a chilly afternoon outside, and these mini Yeti mugs perfect for little hands. They’ve become my go-to gift for the under-5 crowd. And while the tea at that particular party was lukewarm, the mugs—like all of Yeti’s–are just as effective at keeping small pours of grown-up beverages ripping hot (like espresso) or bracingly cold (like martinis). Just don’t forget to “Cheers!”
Meater Pro Duo
Our favorite meat thermometer is now twice as nice with the introduction of MEATER’s Pro Duo. The rechargeable WiFi-enabled base connects two super accurate probes to an app that keeps you informed about everything that’s cooking. Simultaneously use one on the grill and the other in the oven for a seamless and perfectly executed holiday meal.
New West Knifeworks 7” Teton Edge Santoku
New West is possibly the best knife manufacturer in America, and their 7” santoku knife serves as my go-to for making dinner every night. Its Goldilocks size and chef-knife-oomph makes it the perfect tool for almost every job. The handles come in nine color options to match your kitchen (or personality), and the Teton range etched into the blade provides both form and function. Razor sharp out of the box, New West’s knives come with free personalization and lifetime free sharpening. This is the knife I’ve told a dozen friends to register for their wedding or give as a milestone gift, and now I’m telling you, too.