Chemex Six Cup Classic

A pour-over brewer that doubles as a handsome serving carafe, which is a big part of why it makes such a good present. Its thick paper filters give an unusually clean, bright cup that flatters light roasts and fruity single origins, and the six-cup size covers two or three generous mugs at once. It needs its own Chemex-shaped filters rather than standard cone papers, so tuck a box in with the gift. It also pours best with a gooseneck kettle, which makes the two a natural pairing for someone ready to get into pour-over. The design dates to 1941 and is still made today.