20 Gifts for Him For Every Budget (That Aren’t a Watch or Wallet)
Gifting can be hard, and for me there’s always a struggle when it comes to the men in my life. I always try to be considerate when gifting that I’ll be giving them something that they’ll actually use. With three brothers, my dad and a husband, I’ve done so much research on gifts for guys and I’ve compiled some of my favorites below, for all budgets and for all personality types. Whether they’re a gamer, a cook or a fitness enthusiast, I’ve got at least one thing on my list that’s right up their alley.
$25 and Under
1. Liquor Infused Toothpicks for $19.50
Made in Texas and a proud woman-owned company, Licker Pickers was the brainchild of a bartender with decades of experience who saw an opportunity to blend form with function and celebrate the tastes that made their customers unique.
These liquor infused toothpicks come in a variety of flavors including Bourbon Pecan, Dirty Martini, Single Malt Scotch, Lemon Drop Vodka, Peanut Butter Whiskey, Vodka Red Bull and Old Fashioned. It inclues a 2oz flask and 25 pickers fresh out of the jar.
2. Mason Jar Indoor Herb Garden for $22.00
If you’re shopping for someone who likes to cook, these mason jar, vintage inspired planters use a passive hydroponic system that makes it easy to grow his own herbs inside your home all year round!
You can choose from Geneovese Basil, Cilantro, Mint, Greek Oregano, Flat Leaf Parsley, Sage and Rosemary.
3. Coffee Mug Warmer for $24.99
This coffee warmer will keep his coffee at a perfect drinking temperature all throughout the day. He can simply control the temperature by the touch of a button. As a bonus, the warmer can also heat up candles so his room can smell without a flame!
4. Corksicle Cigar Glass for $25.00
This handblown double old fashioned glass is designed to allow you to hold your whiskey and cigar in the same hand without all the awkward finger fumbling! Part whiskey glass, part cigar rest, the glass holds up to 9oz of liquid and various cigar sizes.
To make this even more thoughtful gift for the cigar enthusiast, the square silhouette can be engraved with a monogram for a personal touch.
$26 to $50
5. Personalized Rugged Case For Airpods and Airpods Pro for $30.00 to $47.50
This Airpods case is crafted from USA-made leather and features a subtle, optical light pipe that allows the LED charging indicator to shine through so they’ll always know when they’re low on power.
Plus, for an additional $12.50 you can add a classic foil monogram for a personal touch.
6. Personalized Headphone and Controller Stand for $35.00 to $50.00
This personalized headphone and controller stand is the perfect gift for game and music lovers. It fits all series of PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo controllers and can be personalized with any name you like!
7. Opopop Popcorn Discovery Kit for $39.99
Opopop is a gourmet popcorn company that can be popped at home! They coat their kernels in rich layers of delicious gourmet flavors which include Salty Carmel, Vanilla Cake Pop, Chedapeño and Salted Umami.
Their Discovery Kit includes a microwave popcorn popper and lid, plus 7 pouches of their Flavor Wrapped Kernels.
8. Global Hot Sauce Gift Box for $45.00
For any heat-seekers, the globally inspired hot sauce set includes five original sauces that will get pepper-lovers' tastebuds humming, in different languages and accents.
This set includes hot sauces from Chesapeake Bay, Kerala, Ethiopia, Assam and Virginia.
$51 to $75
9. Personalized Leather Golf Ball Pouch for $59.00
Handcrafted from genuine leather, this leather golf ball pouch can hold up to 8 golf balls and also has tee storage on the back panel. Two tees are actually included with this pouch! The attached key fob is crafted from brass-finished hardware. You can choose from two, vintage-inspired designs and personalize it with a monogram.
10. Atlas Coffee Club 3 Month Subscription for $60.00
Perfect for any coffee lover, Atlas Coffee Club was founded to tell the story of coffee from around the world. Exploring a new country each month, this coffee subscription highlights the regional differences in every cup.
Made to order to guarantee freshness, this coffee subscription is the ultimate opportunity for him to discover organic flavor discovery and global variety.
11. Make Your Own Whiskey Kit for $64.90
The perfect present for any whiskey lover, give them the gift of creating their own authentic whiskey flavor. They can experiment with three types of oak and six herbs & spices to give their mix a truly personal touch.
Along with premium ingredients, the kit contains two beautiful glass prep bottles and six whiskey ice cubes made out of stainless steel. They can also give their creation its own name and personalize it with the enclosed labels.
The company also has a gin infusion kit, if that’s more your style.
12. Pokemon Terrarium for $65.99-$69.99
For any gamers out there, this light up Pokemon Terrarium from Happy Finding Store is an adorable and unique addition to any room.
The Happy Finding Store has a few different Pokemon featured in their terrariums, so you can choose his favorite one.
13. New York Times Custom Basketball Book for $72.00
If you’re shopping for a basketball fan, have them take the excitement of game day home with this personalized book that retraces the history of their favorite NBA team through beautifully reprinted coverage from The New York Times archives.
They'll be able to relive glory days, newsworthy games, and get to know the all-star cast of ballers. It can also can be embossed with a name, for a personal touch.
They also make these books for golf, baseball and football fans!
$76 to $99
14. Handmade Tabletop Fire Pit for $79.00
This decorative piece is a smokeless desktop fireplace model made of wood. Not only does it look great, but the heat it gives is noticeably strong.
Great for indoor decor or for outside when it gets darker, this is a unique addition to any apartment or home.
15. Deep Tissue Percussion Massage Gun for $79.99
For anyone who lifts or is into fitness, this massage gun has five vibration speeds and six massage heads that provide a relaxing and deep tissue massage experience. This can help alleviate soreness and is especially great for muscle recovery after a workout.
16. Personalized Sommelier Wine Board for $84.99
This will be a “go to” gift for anyone that loves wine! This unique sommelier board will show off their favorite bottle of wine with a display that is simple yet elegant. It’s also designed to hold four glasses of wine, and can also operate as a charcuterie board for their next wine and cheese night!
If your recipient likes to host, this is right up his alley.
$100+
17. Custom Neon Sign for $100+ (price varies)
Know someone with a favorite phrase or quote? You can create for them their own customized neon sign! Available in multiple colors and fonts, this will be sure to brighten up anyone’s space and is a super custom and unique gift - sure to get them talking!
18. Custom Nike Air Force 1 for $110
You can customize the classic and iconic Air Force 1 with your own with a color palette inspired by the ‘80s and ‘90s and premium materials including smooth and rippled leather and a new, matching sidewall selection. Design with your gift recipient in mind for a truly one-of-a-kind gift.
19. Prepdeck Recipe Preparation Kit and Storage for $129
For any chef, this Prepdeck meal prepping station stores everything someone would need to prep your meals in one space!
This Prepdeck cutting board offers a generous two feet of cutting surface and 15 BPA-free meal prep containers (5 large, 2 medium, 2 small, 6 mini with measurement markings in ounces, cups, and milliliters). It also has a removable 13” trash bin and utensil storage, as well as multi-use prepping tools such as grater, zester, juicer, slicer, garlic grater, vegetable peeler, julienne, green stripper and bottle opener.
20. Try the World 3 Month Food Subscription for $132
Try the World is a monthly subscription box that every month with send a curated selection of gourmet foods—including ingredients, drinks, and snacks from around the world every month, to help you create an authentic culinary experience at home.
Each month features a new country and is perfect for a traveller or foodie. And they feature a cheaper snack version too!
