There are gifts bought out of obligation and gifts that tell a story. A good coffee for someone who loves coffee can be either — it entirely depends on how well you choose.
Coffee lovers have a particular trait: they immediately notice when a gift comes from the genuine knowledge of the giver. A poorly chosen coffee feels like a generic detail; a well-chosen coffee feels like a gesture that understands who they are.
This guide helps you get it right.
Before gifting: three questions that change everything
Before choosing the gift, try to find out three things about the person who will receive it:
- What method do they use to brew coffee at home? Espresso, French Press, Chemex, AeroPress, V60, Moka pot — each method pairs best with certain types of coffee and grinds.
- Do they prefer mild or intense coffees? Some look for chocolate and panela; others seek tropical fruits and fermented wine. These are distinct universes.
- Are they a beginner or a connoisseur? An overly experimental coffee for a beginner can be confusing; a classic coffee for a connoisseur can be boring.
With those three answers, the following recommendations become clear.
For the curious beginner (who is just discovering specialty coffee)
This is someone who already senses there's more beyond common coffee, but who still doesn't have a refined method or a defined profile. The right gift opens the door without overwhelming them.
Recommendation: The Tradition Coffee — our washed coffee, with notes of chocolate and panela. It's the most accessible and classic coffee in the line, no surprises, with the quality of single origin. It's perfect for understanding what specialty coffee is about before moving on to bolder profiles.
Also consider: Combining it with a bamboo French Press. It's the simplest method to start with and produces a full-bodied coffee that shows the full potential of the bean.
For the fruity coffee lover (who has moved past the basics)
They have already tried good washed coffees, know the difference between commercial and specialty coffee, and are ready for a coffee to truly surprise them. The right gift should open up a profile they probably haven't tried before.
Recommendation: The Natural Coffee — with notes of red berries, plum, and passion fruit. This is the coffee that has most often made someone say "this doesn't taste like coffee." It's the perfect gift for someone who already knows what good coffee is and wants to discover how far it can go.
Also consider: The Honey Coffee, milder but equally surprising for its natural sweetness.
For the demanding connoisseur (who has tried everything)
They have their own grinder, know the processes, and prepare different methods depending on the day. They have tried expensive and award-winning coffees. They want coffees that are experiences in themselves.
Recommendation: The Gold Coffee — our most exclusive premium coffee, with an SCA score above 87. Limited production, a special lot selected from the most exceptional parcel of Hacienda Las Mercedes. For those who know that in the best coffee, scarcity is not a defect — it's part of the value.
Also consider: The Bronze Coffee, our carbonic maceration. A coffee that almost doesn't taste like coffee — perfect for those looking for radically different experiences.
For a couple or family gift (more than one person)
When the gift is for several people or for a couple with different tastes, the ideal is a kit that offers variety and allows for comparison.
Recommendation: The Colombian Chiva Kit — our selection of Green Hills' emblematic coffees, presented in gift packaging. It's the best introduction to Hacienda Las Mercedes' portfolio in one single gift.
For someone who already has good coffee (but not a good method)
Sometimes the best gift is not more coffee — it's the right method. If the person already has specialty coffee but brews it in a common filter coffee maker or instant machine, they are wasting half its potential.
Method recommendations by profile:
- For the beginner: French Press — simple, full-bodied, no complications.
- For the explorer: AeroPress — versatile, portable, perfect for experimenting.
- For the aesthetic: Chemex — a filter method that is also a beautiful object.
- For hot days: Cold Brew Pitcher — well-made cold coffee is another experience.
The detail that changes everything: how to present the gift
A good coffee in vacuum packaging feels very different from coffee in an open bag. Make sure to:
- Request gift wrapping — we deliver it this way at no additional cost.
- Include a short note explaining why you specifically chose that coffee. A single phrase — “I chose this because it tastes like passion fruit” — makes all the difference.
- If possible, include the appropriate brewing method in the same package.
For Father's Day 2026
June 15, 2026 falls on a Sunday. If you want the gift to arrive on time, we recommend placing your order before Tuesday, June 9 for shipments to major cities in Colombia. After that date, time becomes tight.
If the recipient is a father who already has defined coffee tastes — espresso, AeroPress, French Press — hit the mark with a coffee that matches his method. If he's someone who drinks coffee every day without having discovered specialty coffee, this is the time to open the door for him.
The right gift requires knowing the person, not the catalog. If you have doubts about what to choose, write to us. We'll help you get it right.
