Did you know that Australians drink 74.6 million litres of beer annually? This confirms the fact that Aussies are beer lovers and like to enjoy a good cup in their free time. There are so many different types of beers around the world nowadays that there’s something for everyone. We all know at least one person who’s a beer enthusiast and loves everything about it. Many of them even brew their own beer at home. So, when it comes to gift giving, you know it has to be something beer-related. There are many inspiring, fun and practical gifts you can buy that will impress them and make them happy.
Recipe Kits
This is one of those presents that keeps on giving. It’s a great way to surprise your friend and give them a chance to create their favourite beer at home. There’s a big variety of homebrew recipe kits you can choose from. You can go with the flavours they like the most or buy them something they’ve never made or tried before. Of course, this gift requires for your friend to have a brewing kit at home. Otherwise, it won’t work.
These kits have 4 main ingredients inside. The first one is malt extract. They can be in a dry or liquid form, depending on the manufacturer. Instead of grain, this acts as the base for the beer. The extract is made by a process called malting. Malting is extracting the sugars from the grains. Dry and liquid malt extracts don’t have the same amount of water in them so they can’t be interchanged in recipes.
The second ingredient in the kit is yeast. Yeast is a crucial part of the whole beer brewing process because it transforms the sugars into alcohol. This is also an ingredient that can come in a dry or liquid form depending on the manufacturer. And make sure you choose them well, because yeast is a living organism, and its quality and safe storage is crucial.
The next ingredient is hops. They’re the ones that give the beer its bitterness and this way create a balance between the bitter and the sweet notes. There are 2 types of hops included. The first one is bittering and the second is flavouring. In some kits, you may find aroma hops as well for an extra layer of aroma to the beer.
The last ingredient is water. This one may or may not be included in the kit, but in most cases it’s not. Nevertheless, we all have access to clean fresh water, so your friend won’t have a problem getting it. Some other ingredients that may be included are priming sugar which takes care of the carbonation, a grain bag to hold the grains during the boiling process, and some specialty grains or powders for an extra flavour profile.
Beer Steins
A beer stein is among the best presents for your beer-loving buddy. They can enjoy their beer made from the homebrew recipe kits in a vintage German stein. These steins look amazing and take you back to another era. It’s recognisable by the pewter lid at the top. The main materials they’re made of are glass and clay. But some can be made of wood, stoneware, porcelain, crystal or metal.
To make the cups more hygienic, manufacturers glaze them on the inside. The lid was added in the 1300s when the Bubonic plague ravaged Europe. The lid was melted into the stoneware and a small thumblift was created. This way you can use just one hand to drink the beer. There’s no mistake, your friend will enjoy every second of it.
These steins come in many shapes, sizes and styles. Some of the most popular ones are traditional, Bavarian, chalice, barrel, tavern, potbelly, lodge, pilsner, Hofbrau, smokestack and hourglass. They all have a handle to prevent the beer from getting warm from the touch of a hand. A Stein is a perfect gift for many reasons. Your friend will have something unique in their possession, will hold something valuable and filled with tradition and history and you may inspire them to start their own collection.
Beer Hamper
If you want to give a fun and creative gift, a beer hamper is the perfect choice. It’s a great way to show your friend you know their personal favourites and that you gave a lot of thought to your gift. These hampers come in many shapes and sizes and the contents inside can vary depending on your friend’s preferences.
There are already-made ones you can order online or buy from a store. But if you want to make it on your own, you can. Does your friend like dark ales, pilsners or maybe lagers? Do they have a favourite snack to complement the beer? Add their favourite beer and buy them nuts, crackers, chips, dips, pretzels or even some sausages.
If you feel this isn’t enough you can always add a beer recipe kit, a Stein mug, a bottle opener, some beer books, a blanket or anything else your friend might find useful and tasty. This is a long-lasting gift they’ll enjoy for a long time. Eating the snacks, drinking the beer, reading the books or making their own beer from the kit are all things they’ll enjoy while thinking of you.
Cooling Can
On those steamy summer evenings by the pool or in the park, a can cooler can be your friend’s best companion. Why allow your friend to sip warm beer? Nobody likes to do that. Can coolers have excellent vacuums between their double-walled, 18/8 stainless steel walls. The vacuum is there because although steel makes the cooler stronger and more durable, it conducts heat energy.
These coolers come in different sizes. Some of the most popular ones are 300ml and 500ml can holders. Of course, there are smaller and bigger options. So, if you know the preferred beer can size of your friend buy them the one. But if not, you can make a nice set of different sizes and give them plenty of options.
For the lid, you have the option of a twisted top or a rubber gasket, this depends on personal preferences. To keep the hand from becoming slick and moist, there are even cans that stop condensation. This is a nice feature to have. Another big bonus is if the cooling can has a non-slip bottom. This will prevent a lot of accidental slips on different surfaces.
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