When people ask me what to buy their homebrewing pal, I always say gift cards or gift certificates. Now I know it’s an easy (lame) answer, but most people who ask me don’t homebrew themselves nor do they have any idea what the homebrewer would want. Since the hobby is always ripe for equipment upgrades or experimentation, I think it’s best to leave the decisions to the homebrewer on what to buy.
I think gift cards for homebrewing are an outstanding choice. I am giddy (yeah, I typed ‘giddy’) when I have some free money to buy some new piece of equipment or ingredients. I say (to no one in particular) get gift cards if you don’t know what to buy your homebrewing compadre. They will thank you for it!
You can get some gift certificates at these fine establishments:
Northern Brewer
More Beer
Beer Wine
I wrote about getting brewing kits a while ago. Learn more about the initial gift of homebrewing.
James Golovich
I concur with this. I never have gift ideas in mind to tell people since I tend to just buy what I need/want. Gift certificates are great for this.
I’ve gotten certificates from Northern Brewer and Austin Homebrew before. I’ve heard Midwest is a good supplier and even has a 5% discount for AHA members, but I haven’t gotten anything from them yet.
Adam
Excellent idea! A friends birthday is coming up soon. Thanks for the idea.