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Let’s face it: the holidays are one of the busiest times of the year. Between the festive parties, unexpected family visits, and general chaos of the season, it’s easy to forget to buy a present or two. There’s good news, though! Even a last-minute gift can be thoughtful and personal.
Here are some gift options perfect for holiday procrastinators in Delaware.
Last-Minute Gifts for Coffee Lovers
Coffee-related gifts are an easy go-to for the caffeine fiend in your life. Make it personal with the Delaware mug from Starbucks’ Been There collection. Then, grab some of their favorite coffee from a local roaster like Little Goat, Brandywine Coffee Roasters, or Brew HaHa!
Been There Series Delaware Mug | $34
If the gift is for someone who deserves the splurge, consider a Nespresso Vertuo coffee and espresso maker.
Nespresso Vertuo Coffee & Espresso Maker | $153
Nespresso Vertuo Pods | $37
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For Your Favorite Chef
If there’s someone on your shopping list who loves spending time in the kitchen, this Delaware cutting board from Amazon is a great gift option. Add a good chef knife set for a complete and thoughtful last-minute Christmas gift.
Bamboo Delaware State Cutting Board | $15
Brewin Professional Knife Kit | $67
For the Home Mixologist
A cocktail smoking kit is the perfect gift for a home mixologist or whiskey enthusiast. For good measure, add a set of cocktail glasses and a local spirit from a Delaware distillery like Painted Stave, Feebs Distilling or EasySpeak. Plus, you can enjoy a local cocktail while last-minute Christmas shopping!
Cocktail Smoker Kit | $35
Art Deco Coupe Glasses | $46
Premium Whiskey Glasses | $22
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For the Viking Enthusiast
With the emergence of popular period dramas and renaissance festivals making a comeback, every Viking enthusiast needs an ale horn! Plus, with three meaderies in the First State, there’s no excuse not to throw in a bottle of local mead from Brimming Horn, What to Ferment, or Liquid Alchemy. Local meaderies typically have horns in stock, too, so you can get a thoughtful gift (and a drink or two for yourself) all in one convenient stop.
Ale Horn, Shot Glass & Bottle Opener Bundle | $40
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Other Last-Minute Gift Ideas
If you’re more of an in-person shopper, there’s one more big holiday market to browse around for a last-minute Christmas gift in Delaware. The Brandywine Holiday Festival of the Arts is at the Chase Center on the Riverfront on December 21-22. Plus, Weekend Wonderland at Bethany Beach has its final day on December 21, encouraging residents to shop local with specials and in-store attractions. With plenty of gift shops at the Delaware beaches, and local gems like The Little Treasure Shoppe and Trolley Square Market upstate, there are plenty of options for last-minute shoppers.
