20 Best Holiday Gifts Under $50

Treat your sibling to a taste of the season…that she can create herself. This mulled wine kit includes everything she needs (besides the wine), including mulling spices, a nutmeg grater and step-by-step instructions. These are our other favorite gifts for sisters.

Ideal for college students or friends on the move, this portable mini waffle maker ensures all their breakfast (and late-night) cravings are answered. The small appliance isn’t just limited to waffles—cookies, anyone?—and the nonstick surface is a breeze to clean. It’s a great winter gift for chilly mornings.

Treat your loved one to an eco-friendly gift. These stainless steel straws come in a variety of colors and, thanks to the included scrubbing brushes, are easy to clean. The various straw shapes cater to sipping at the office, home or school. Check out other gifts for teens.

A holiday dinner demands a bold glass of red wine. The Meiomi Pinot Noir is a personal favorite. It’s full-bodied, jammy and delicious, making it a safe gift for someone who loves to host events. Pro tip: recommend they chill it before serving.

Let’s be honest: One of the best parts about the holidays is the copious amounts of chocolate. These Alter Eco Salted Brown Butter Dark Chocolate Bars (yes, they’re as delicious as they sound) make a no-fail stocking stuffer or St. Nick gift.

If they put hot sauce on, well, everything, the Melinda’s hot sauce collection adds variety to their spice repertoire. Plenty of the flavors pack a punch, like Fire Roasted Garlic & Habanero and Ghost Pepper Wing Sauce, but others function as condiments. Pro tip: The Black Truffle flavor is a winner.

The follow-up to Tieghan Gerard’s first cookbook, Half Baked Harvest Super Simple is all about taking delicious dishes (lobster tacos or hazelnut brownies, anyone?) and making them easy to whip up. Believe it or not, the recipes are feasible for busy weekdays, as well as dazzling a dinner crowd.

Gone are the days of lukewarm coffee. With three heat settings, this coffee mug warmer keeps their latte at the optimal temperature, so they never have to reheat in the microwave. Grab one for your friend who nurses their coffee throughout the day, and then take a look at some of our other favorite Etsy gifts.

Good wine should never go to waste. This wine vacuum pump keeps vino tasting new up to 10 days after opening the bottle. Can you say “game-changer?” Trust us: This is a must-have for anyone who ends the night with a glass of red, white or rosé.

Fancy espresso maker, who? The Moka stovetop espresso maker is the OG at-home espresso maker. It’s the way coffee is prepared in Italy, so the coffee lover in your life will be able to enjoy it in an authentic way. It’s sure to get a lot of use in their kitchen.

The best gift for Dad? A grill spatula made just for him, personalized with his name or a short message. Grill forks and sets are also available to get him prepared for many afternoons flipping burgers and hot dogs.

In ancient times, salt was revered—and we see why. A quality salt is a key ingredient in the kitchen, and this salt sampler will upgrade grandpa’s go-to meals without any extra effort.

This is a heartwarming gift for grandma that’ll bring a smile to her face each time she cooks. Personalize these wood cutting boards with a note, family recipe, favorite memory or even a handwritten message.

From ice-cold water to freshly brewed coffee, the Yeti tumbler (an editor favorite!) keeps drinks at the desired temperature and can handle a few drops and spills. There’s no doubt that it’s a must-have gift for friends who spend long days at the office or long weekends in the woods.

This two-tier fruit basket keeps countertops cleaner and kitchens looking nicer, especially if the available space is on the smaller side. It can also be used for bread, snacks and veggies that don’t require refrigeration. Take a peek at our other under $20 picks.

There’s nothing an infused olive oil can’t do. We love ours drizzled over avocado toast or a salad, but there’s plenty of room to get creative. Gift food lovers with this set of infused olive oils that includes Blood Orange and White Truffle flavors, among others.

What makes wine nights with the girls even better? Glasses that can take an accidental tumble, like the portable Govino wine glasses. They’re elegant, can be taken on picnics and are a winning gift for mom. Take the surprise to the next level by pairing it with a wine club subscription.

Pukka is one of our favorite teas for its vibrant, creative flavors. This sample box includes classic selections for your favorite tea drinker. They can get their day started with Supreme Matcha Green, refresh with Ginger & Manuka Honey and wind down with Night Time.

Behold: chocolate so pretty it almost doesn’t seem like you should eat it. Keyword being almost. This gourmet chocolate assortment features some of the most high-ranked chocolate in the world. Flavors include caramel with Hawaiian sea salt, elderflower jam with milk chocolate ganache and strawberry and lemon thyme white chocolate ganache. This box is one of the most giftable Christmas chocolates. Anyone else drooling right now?