The 12 best gift baskets for men in 2021 - from a coffee sampler box to a mental health self-care kit

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The sheer variety in gift baskets make them a great option for just about any guy in your life.
Gift baskets cover everything a man could want, from grooming collections to beer samplers, style boxes, and more.
Our favorite gift baskets come from well-loved brands like The Art of Shaving, Snake River Farms, and GQ.
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It's no secret that sometimes men can be hard to shop for. I'll admit that in previous years, I have definitely been guilty of taking the easy way out and giving all the guys in my life gift cards instead of actual presents, but the truth is, it doesn't have to be that way. Take the difficulty out of deciding what to give your brother, husband, uncle, or dad by going big and broad with a guy-approved gift basket.

The best gift baskets for men range in scope and size from massive meat boxes filled with burgers and other treats to small but mighty grooming sets. Another bonus? With multiple items in each gift basket, even if the recipient isn't completely into the gift as a whole, he's sure to appreciate at least one part of it.

Explore these 12 great gift basket options and ditch the gift card for everyone strategy once and for all.

Here are the 12 best gift baskets for men in 2021

A box of beefy grilling goodness

the American Wagyu Grilling Gift Box showing all sorts of meats laid out on a cutting board as part of the best gift baskets for men — Snake River Farms

American Wagyu Grilling Gift Box, $175, available at Snake River Farms

Lovers of high quality meat will go gaga over this gift box filled with classic grilling favorites from American Wagyu beef producer, Snake River Farms. Enjoy a smorgasbord of meaty deliciousness with a sampling of filet mignon, top sirloin, hot dogs, and ground beef.

A collection of liquor to start (or refill) his home bar

a lineup of liquors shown from Reserve Bar as part of the best gift baskets for men — Reserve Bar

The Bar Collection, $212, available at Reserve Bar

Every good host should have a well-stocked home bar. This grouping of gin, vodka, whisky, tequila, and bourbon are the perfect pack to help him begin building or refilling his own. Cheers.

A self-care system

a box filled with self-care items as part of the best gift baskets for men — AnxietyGone/Etsy

MENtal Health Gift Box, $108.81, available at Etsy

Encourage the overburdened and overworked to spend more time de-stressing with this complete self-care kit. Aromatherapy, essential oils, a fidget cube, and other calming items help to melt worries away with positive scents and vibes.

A perfect-sized house plant

a plant from bespoke post along with plant food as part of the best gift baskets for men — Bespoke

Rooted Plant Gift Box, $55, available at Bespoke Post

With a handsome ceramic pot, one of three easy-to-care-for houseplants, and lava rocks to ensure proper drainage, no green thumb is necessary to appreciate (and keep alive) this gift of nature.

A six-pack of global brews

a bucket filled with beers from Gourmet gift baskets as part of the best gift baskets for men — Gourmet Gift Baskets

Around the World Beer Bucket, $99.99, available at Gourmet Gift Baskets

Deliver six refreshing beers from around the world in an actual bucket. Impress the brewmaster in your life with five lagers, a porter, and a selection of snacks including nuts, crackers, cheese, and jerky.

A better beard care kit

tubes of beard care serum from the Scotch Porter Ultimate Beard Collection as part of the best gift baskets for men — Scotch Porter

Ultimate Beard Collection, $88.50, available at Scotch Porter

Help a bearded brother maintain and care for his whiskers with a comprehensive collection of beard care products. This kit includes a wash, conditioner, balm, serum, comb, and boar's hair brush.

Coffee from around the world

many bags of coffee from Bean Box piled up as part of the best gift baskets for men — Bean Box

World Coffee Sampler, $89.99, available at Bean Box

Make his morning with this coffee sampler box containing 16 different brews from the world's top coffee producing areas. Savor Latin American, African, and Sumatran coffee profiles, along with tasting notes and brewing tips.

A ready-made skincare routine

tubes of skincare from Geologie as part of the best gift baskets for men — Geologie

Starter Skincare Set Trial, $50, available at Geologie

Give the gift of good skin with a starter kit from Geologie. This kit offers a two-minute routine composed of a face wash, day and night cream, and eye cream — all geared toward preventing aging and acne.

A heated razor for the smoothest shave

Art of Shaving Heated Razor Starter Kit showing razor and case as part of the best gift baskets for men — Art of Shaving

Heated Razor Starter Kit, $200, available at Art of Shaving

Give the gift of a hot towel shave without the hotel towel. This kit includes Gillette Labs' heated razor with adjustable heat settings for total comfort, plus a magnetic, wireless charging dock, and a travel case for guys on the go.

A five-pack of luxury tees

five folded shirts from Unbound Merino stacked on top of each other as part of the best gift baskets for men — Unbound Merino

T-Shirt 5-Pack, $325, available at Unbound Merino

While not exactly a "gift basket" in the truest sense, no man will turn down this five-pack of 100% merino wool performance tees. Naturally soft, wrinkle-resistant, and breathable, these tees might just be the only ones he ever wears again.

An all-in-one emergency kit

a flashlight showing components with survival items from VSSL as part of the best gift baskets for men — VSSL

Camp Supplies Kit, $135, available at VSSL

More than 70 useful survival and outdoor gear are packed into a waterproof, military-grade aluminum flashlight in this emergency survival kit. Everyone can appreciate the means to light a fire, bandage a wound, and catch a fish when disaster strikes.

A dabbler pack with a little bit of everything

a collage of items for men from GQ as part of the best gift baskets for men — GQ

GQ Best Stuff Box, $50, available at GQ

When you're not sure what to get a guy, cast a wide net with the GQ Best Stuff Box. From the magazine that practically invented the stylish modern man, this quarterly gift box features multiple items ranging from clothing to tech gear and grooming goods.

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