Man Crates’ Whiskey Appreciation Crate
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It isn’t always easy to know what to get someone, but you can never go wrong with a gift basket. Here at CNET, we always appreciate edible gifts. (Who doesn’t?) Tasty treats like pastries, chocolates, sausage or other yummy snacks are the quickest way to anyone’s heart. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion like Mother’s Day, a birthday, a new baby or graduation, or you’re sending your thanks or condolences to a loved one, gift baskets are a great way to show someone you’re thinking of them.
We’ve rounded up lots of options here, so you’ll be sure to find the best gift baskets for any occasion. And the baskets in our roundup appeal to all sorts of tastes — just pick a theme. If your giftee likes salty foods, then a tasty charcuterie box or a Momofuku ramen pack will be sure winners. If they’ve got a sweet tooth, you can’t go wrong with See’s Candies, or a pudding sampler from Magnolia Bakery. From brand-new collections to tried-and-true classics, we’ve got the best gift baskets for every palette, so start scrolling and pick the perfect present.
Start a birthday or Mother’s Day off the right way with flaky, buttery croissants hot out of the oven. This mixed assortment of 12 pastries will transport your friends or loved ones straight to Paris with each buttery, crisp bite. Each box includes an assortment of chocolate croissants, au beurre croissants, almond croissants, kouign-amann batons, chocolate kouign-amann and pain aux raisins. The pastries arrive frozen, so you can defrost them one at a time or eat as many as you want, which may well be all of them.
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When it comes to edible gifts, Harry & David is a classic choice. The company is known for its gorgeous boxes of juicy pears, but you can find much, much more that’ll please even the pickiest palate. I’m a big fan of Harry’s Gift Box, which offers all the greatest hits at an affordable price. For $55, you get:
- A half-dozen pears.
- Moose Munch popcorn.
- Hickory-smoked summer sausage.
- Sharp white cheddar cheese.
- Mixed nuts.
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HBO’s Sex and the City had everyone rushing to try Magnolia Bakery’s cupcakes in the early 2000s, but its banana pudding is the true star of the show. If you’ve never tried it, order immediately. Then order a pudding sampler for a friend. Each sampler pack includes two red velvet banana pudding cups, two chocolate hazelnut banana pudding cups, and two classic banana pudding cups.
Zingerman’s is a beloved Michigan brand, but since it ships throughout the US for free, these gift boxes can be enjoyed by all. The Weekender Gift Box is their most popular option. The colorful box contains an assortment of sweet and savory treats, including bread, cheese, beef sticks, coffee cake, peanut brittle and more. Everything we sampled had held up well during shipping and arrived fresh, with flavors that invoke the Midwest. We liked that there were instructions on the baked goods about freezing them if you weren’t planning to eat them right away.
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Nothing says comfort food quite like fresh-baked cookies. We love these massive cookies from New York’s Levain Bakery. One cookie goes a long way, and if you pop it in the oven for a few minutes, it comes out with a marvelous ooey, gooey center. Each batch of cookies arrives thoughtfully wrapped with cellophane and ribbons and comes packed in a beautiful blue box with a personal message. Get a four-pack for $29, an eight-pack for $49, or a twelve-pack for $79.
The perfect gift basket for anyone who likes a nibble, the Good as Gold Classic basket includes a variety of sugary snacks. Almond Roca, Ghiradelli caramel squares, truffles, espresso beans, chocolate-drizzled caramel popcorn, lemon cookies and more are tucked into a woven gift basket and topped with a note card.
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See’s Candies offers all sorts of seasonal confections (right now, it’s all about the Springtime Truffles), but the famed chocolate purveyor’s Signature Gift Pack is a year-round winner. It’s a box full of delicious treats, including assorted chocolates, nuts and chews, Toffee-ettes, peanut brittle and assorted lollipops. That pretty much covers all their biggest hits.
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The flavors of the storied Momofuku restaurants and culinary brand are now available at home, and this gift box doesn’t disappoint. Chef David Chang includes his faves: five servings of Soy & Scallion Noodles, Chili Crunch and tamari sauce, plus Spicy Seasoned Salt. Pro tip: If you haven’t tried the spicy-crunchy chili oil, you’re missing out. It has a delightful crunch with just the right amount of heat. You can add it to any dish to elevate your meal, from ramen to grilled chicken to bagels.
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Just skip the savory stuff and go for the sugar! (This option will go over especially well with children.) There are 10 different sweet treats included in this basket from famous candy emporium Dylan’s Candy Bar. Peanut butter cups, Cookie Bite Bliss, a colorful lollipop and more will make their day.
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If you’re gifting a cheese-lover, you can’t go wrong with a delivery from Jasper Hill Farm. The Vermonter includes three lovely Vermont-specific cheeses (Whitney, Harbison and Cabot Clothbound Cheddar) plus Brewer’s Sea Salt Crackers and Squirrel Stash Nuts. You can add some barrel-aged maple syrup for an extra $15 if you’re feeling generous.
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Actual whiskey is not included in Man Crates’ Whiskey Appreciation Crate, but so many other things are. A personalized decanter and glasses, for starters. Your lucky giftee will also find ice sphere molds, coasters, savory snacks and even a pocket-sized whiskey tasting journal to record their notes about favorite drams.
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Olympia Provisions has packed bites from all over Europe into this tasty box of snacks. Salami from France, Italy, Spain and Greece is the main event, but there’s also paté, a wheel of cheese, honey, pickled beets, crackers, hazelnuts, olives and a mini mustard in this heavenly package. You may want to sample some of this gift before you send it out.
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Think outside the (gift) box and give beans! Everyone (including O, the Oprah Magazine) has been raving about Rancho Gordo beans, so this is a great gift option for cooks in-the-know. Included are five different 1-pound bags of delicious beans, cooking instructions, a cloth tote bag and a copy of The Rancho Gordo Heirloom Bean Guide.
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