By The Era Store, small-batch specialty roasters in Dubai and suppliers of ceremonial grade Uji matcha.
Gift Ideas That Get Used Every Day
The best gifts end up in someone's morning routine. A great bag of coffee, a tin of Uji matcha or a Japanese cup gets used every day, long after the wrapping paper is gone.
This guide covers the six big gifting moments of the year in the UAE, starting with National Day in December and finishing with Eid Al Adha. Each one has picks for different budgets, and we deliver to all seven Emirates, from Dubai and Abu Dhabi to Fujairah. Add gift wrapping in your cart for a small extra charge, and leave a free gift note in the order note so they know who it's from.
Still not sure what to get? Jump to gifts by budget, or send an Era Digital Gift Card and let them choose.
Jump to Your Occasion
UAE National Day Gift Ideas
National Day on 2 December is when most UAE offices do their team gifting. You want something that works in multiples, looks good on a desk and suits everyone, whether they drink espresso, lattes or no coffee at all.
- Era Beans Sample Pack. Our three best-selling coffees in one box: Brazil Vale Dourado, Ethiopia Guji Hambela Heirloom and Colombia Cacao Velvet, a Swiss Water decaf. The easiest gift to order for a whole team.
- Era Beans Tins Gift Pack. The same three coffees in engraved Era tins. Once the beans are finished, the tins stay on the desk.
- Nagomi Flat White Cup. Made in Mino, Japan, and sized at 200 ml, the same as the good cafes pour into. A thoughtful gift for a manager or a close colleague.
- Era Digital Gift Card. For big teams where you don't know everyone's taste. It arrives digitally, so there's nothing to wrap or ship.
- For the office kitchen: Sage Barista Express. An espresso machine with a built-in grinder. The whole team will notice by 9am.
Christmas Gift Ideas in the UAE
Christmas here usually means Secret Santa at work, a few gifts for close friends and something nice for whoever is hosting dinner. Good matcha and coffee cover all three.
- Era Ceremonial Matcha. First-harvest matcha from a sixth-generation farm in Uji, Kyoto. Smooth and naturally sweet, with no bitterness. The 30g tin is a lovely introduction, and the 100g tin is for the friend who already drinks it every day.
- Nami Matcha Ritual Set. A Japanese bowl, bamboo whisk and whisk holder. Add a 30g tin of matcha and it becomes a complete gift for someone who has never whisked matcha before.
- Fude Brushstroke Cappuccino Cup. White brushstrokes set by the kiln over a gray-blue glaze, so no two cups carry the same marks. At 250 ml it fits a cappuccino or a matcha latte.
Christmas gifts for her. If she lives on matcha lattes, the Tsuchi Heritage Matcha Bowl comes in four glazes, including Enka, a soft pink flame. If she makes coffee at home, the Timecore Precision Milk Pitcher comes in Rose Quartz and Powder Rose.
Christmas gifts for him. The Subminimal NanoFoamer Lithium makes silky milk foam without a steam wand, and it's one of our best sellers. If he already has an espresso setup he's proud of, add the Timecore Espresso Tray.
Secret Santa gifts under AED 100. The Era Beans Sample Pack, the MHW-3BOMBER Prism Measuring Cup, an Era White Bamboo Chasen or an Era Digital Gift Card.
New Year Gift Ideas
A new year is a good excuse to give someone a better daily habit. A good morning cup is one of the few resolutions people actually keep.
- Kaze Matcha Ritual Set. A Japanese bowl, whisk and holder for a new morning ritual. Pair it with a tin of Era Ceremonial Matcha.
- Yutaka Latte Cup. The largest cup in our Japanese range at 300 ml, made for a slow latte or a long black. The weight of the stoneware keeps it warm while the morning gets going.
- KeepCup Brew Cork. Tempered glass with a natural cork band, for the friend who wants to give up paper cups this year.
- Manual Coffee Grinder. A conical burr grinder for anyone ready to start grinding fresh at home.
- Era Hojicha. Roasted first-harvest tea from Uji with notes of caramel and cocoa. Naturally low in caffeine, so it suits anyone cutting back on afternoon coffee.
- The big one: Sage Bambino Plus. For the friend who says this is the year they stop buying coffee out.
Valentine's Day Gifts for Her and for Him
Valentine's gifts should feel personal. Pairs work well here, and so do one-of-a-kind pieces.
- Akane Matcha Ritual Set. Akane is the Japanese name for a deep madder red, and the set is built around our Enka bowl with its pink flame glaze. A good choice for a couple who both drink matcha.
- Two Shizuku Cortado and Matcha Cups. The smallest cup in our Japanese range, made for a cortado or a thin bowl of matcha finished in three sips. One for each of you.
- Hibi Cappuccino Cup. Hibi means day after day. It's the cup you reach for every morning without thinking.
- Era Ceremonial Matcha 30g. A beautiful first tin for someone curious about matcha.
Valentine's gifts for her. The Akane set, or the Tsuchi Heritage Matcha Bowl in Enka on its own.
Valentine's gifts for him. The Timecore Precision Cup for his morning espresso, or the Mahlkönig X54 Home Grinder if you really want to impress.
Ramadan Gift Ideas
Ramadan is a month of hosting: long evenings, family gatherings and visits after iftar. The right gift is one you can bring to the table and share, and one that suits late nights.
- Colombia Cacao Velvet Decaf. Swiss Water decaf with notes of cacao, praline and brown sugar, roasted in Dubai. Everyone gets a proper coffee after iftar and still sleeps before suhoor.
- Era Hojicha. Naturally low in caffeine, with warm caramel and cocoa notes. A gentle tea to pour for guests late in the evening.
- Era Beans Gift Box, Glass Jars. Three coffees in glass jars that look good on any table. An easy gift to bring when you're invited for iftar.
- Airscape Classic Coffee Canister. Keeps beans fresh through a whole month of hosting.
- For the host: Sage Luxe Brewer Thermal. A drip coffee machine with a thermal carafe, so a full pot stays hot while the table gets served.
Eid Gift Ideas for Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha
Eid is when the whole family comes together, and gifts go to parents, hosts and everyone collecting Eidiya. These picks work for both Eids and feel generous without trying too hard.
- Era Beans Reserve Tins. Our three best-selling coffees in limited Era tins. Our most premium coffee gift, and a good one to bring on family visits.
- Shin Master Matcha Bowl. Twelve glazes, from Ishi stone gray to Ginsui midnight blue. The kind of bowl that stays out on display.
- Kiri Matcha Ritual Set. The Shinkai deep sea bowl with a whisk and holder. Browse all eight Matcha Ritual Sets to match their style.
- Era Ceremonial Matcha 100g. Our best seller in its largest tin, enough for 33 to 50 cups. For the matcha lover in the family.
- Era Digital Gift Card. A modern take on Eidiya for older kids and young adults.
- The showstopper: La Marzocco Linea Mini R. For the family member who has everything. Cafe-grade espresso in the family majlis.
Gifts by Budget
Short on time? Pick a budget and who you're buying for. Every gift here works for any of the occasions above.
| Budget | Coffee lover | Matcha lover | Anyone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under AED 100 | Era Beans Sample Pack | Era White Bamboo Chasen | Era Digital Gift Card |
| AED 100 to 250 | Era Beans Gift Box | Era Ceremonial Matcha 30g | Hibi Cappuccino Cup |
| AED 250 to 500 | Yutaka Latte Cup | Kasumi Matcha Ritual Set | Fude Brushstroke Cappuccino Cup |
| AED 500 and up | OutIn Nano Portable Espresso Machine | Akane Matcha Ritual Set | Sage Bambino Plus |
See everything in one place in our Gifting collection.
Gift Guide FAQ
What's a good gift for someone who doesn't drink coffee?
Matcha or hojicha. Era Hojicha is naturally low in caffeine, and a Matcha Ritual Set makes a beautiful gift on its own.
What's a good gift for someone new to matcha?
A ritual set and a 30g tin of Era Ceremonial Matcha. The tin makes 10 to 15 cups, which is plenty to find out if they love it. Our guide to ceremonial vs culinary matcha explains why the grade matters.
Which Japanese cup should I choose?
Go by what they drink. All five are Mino ware, made in Japan. The Shizuku is for cortados and matcha, the Nagomi for flat whites, the Hibi and Fude for cappuccinos and matcha lattes, and the Yutaka for big lattes.
What if I don't know how they make coffee at home?
The Era Beans Sample Pack is a safe choice, or send a gift card and let them pick.
Do you deliver across the UAE?
Yes, with free and fast delivery on every product, to all seven Emirates.
Do you offer gift wrapping?
Yes. Add gift wrapping in your cart for a small extra charge, and your order arrives wrapped in white paper with a green Era ribbon. Gift notes are free: write your message in the order note and we'll include it with the gift.
Can I send a gift at the last minute?
Yes. The Era Digital Gift Card arrives digitally, so it works even on the day.
Find the Right Gift
Browse our Gifting collection, Coffee Gift Sets, Matcha Ritual Sets and Coffee & Matcha Cups. If you want to learn more first, our Complete Guide to Matcha and Complete Guide to Specialty Coffee are a good place to start.
