Let’s face it. 2020 has been the year of the dumpster fire. If it had an official ornament, it would be poo. And not the cute emoji kind. If you have been filled with complete dread about even trying to shop for the holidays this year, we can help.
Holiday shopping in 2020 doesn’t have to be hard, and it doesn’t have to be online. Shop local and share your hometown experiences with your friends and family. You don’t have to travel far to create a gift basket curated and filled with fantastic items.
These are some of our favorite basket and bundle suggestions designed by some of our staff and should help you survive 2020 holiday shopping.
DIY COFFEE FERRYMAN: One of our most popular beers is the Coffee Ferryman. A combination of our Ferryman Oatmeal Milk Stout infused with Baba Budan coffee from Relax. Now you can make your own! We have paired a 4 pack of our Ferryman, a half pound of coffee from Relax, a Phoenix pint glass and a special strainer, so you can create your own Coffee Ferryman, at home. Definitely an experience worth sharing. and a great gift at only $35. This bundle is very limited and pre-orders are suggested. Call ahead to reserve your bundle.
AT HOME BEER TASTING $20: People love craft beer for the variety and range of flavors. And getting to try different beers is part of the experience. Curate your own beer tasting at home with a mixed 4 pack of 16 oz cans, 2 can koozies, and 2 tasting glasses for only $20 or add a custom Phoenix flight paddle bundle for $20 more. Consider adding on a selection of popcorn from Swavory to pair with your tasting!
CROWLER & TOTE BUNDLE $50: Sometimes, the best gifts are the ones that keep on giving through the year. A Phoenix Crowler Club Membership is a great way to let them pick their own fresh craft beer through the year. Pair a 3-month membership with an insulated Phoenix tote to keep those crowlers nice and cold on the way home or wherever they might be headed, and a pint glass for only $50. Crowler club member ships are also available separately in 3 month, 6-month, or 12-month options. Crowler Club memberships help spread holiday Joy all year long.
A Very Krampus Christmas $20. Starting December 2nd, pick up a 4 pack of the very popular Krampus Kandy White Stout, and a 1/2 pound of Highlander Grog from Downtown Mansfield’s original coffee House, Relax, It’s just coffee, for only $20. This bundle is limited! Add on a Krampus hoodie for your ultimate Krampus fan for only $45/$50 more.
Craft Beer Enthusiast: For the ultimate craft beer lover, consider stuffing their stocking with an Enthusiast Membership in the Ohio Craft Brewers Association. Memberships begin at $35 and include a variety of benefits (details here) and they help to support the Craft Beer Industry all over Ohio.
THE DOWNTOWN EXPERIENCE. If you prefer to get out and make your own bundle consider creating a basket showcasing the best from Downtown Mansfield! Combine craft beer to go with a record from Black Bird Records, or some awesome fan gear from Operation Fandom. Do they love coffee? Bundle up a mug from your local brewery and a pound of coffee from the local coffee house. Check out the Deli from Hudson and Essex for some charcuterie options. And if your craft beer lover has an amazing beard, consider picking up some beard balms or oils that are infused with hops from some of our downtown apothecaries. Got a tattoo lover, get a gift card at a Diamond in the Rough, Or fill a wallet with gift cards to any of these awesome places.
WRAP IT UP: Pick up a sweatshirt and brewery tee for your craft beer lover or a sweet bottle hoodie sweatshirt for yourself while finishing up shopping. Take the time to treat yourself to a flight and snacks. Pick up some extra items from our swag shop like flight paddles and glassware. Take home a growler for yourself to make wrapping presents more enjoyable.