A Cutters Point Holiday Gift Guide: Our Favorite Finds for the Season

Introduction

The holidays in the Pacific Northwest seem to arrive the moment Thanksgiving week begins. The air gets colder, the lights start going up around the neighborhood, and suddenly everyone is juggling a mix of hosting, visiting, traveling, shopping, and getting ahead on gift lists. It is one of the busiest times of the year, but it is also the season that invites us to slow down whenever we can. A quiet morning. A warm mug. A few minutes with the people who matter. Those small pauses are what make the holidays feel like the holidays.

This guide brings together a handful of our favorite things for the season. You will find thoughtful gift ideas from Cutters Point, a few recommendations from small and local businesses we admire, and simple coffee pairings for all the little winter moments that make this time of year special. Nothing here is pushy or complicated. Just cozy suggestions that help you enjoy the holidays and find gifts that feel personal.

Grab a warm cup of something good and let’s get into the fun part.

Cutters Point Holiday Picks

Before we dive into our favorite local and small business finds, here are two simple Cutters Point gifts that always land well during the holidays. They are easy to share, easy to wrap, and perfect for anyone who loves a good cup of coffee.

Instant Coffee Packets

A small gift that works in every situation. Our instant packets brew a smooth and flavorful cup wherever people are spending the holidays. Great for travelers, hikers, busy families, or anyone who needs a fast and dependable cup during winter mornings. Small, lightweight, and easy to tuck into stockings or gift baskets. Available here: New Horizons Instant Coffee

Legacy Collection

For a more elevated gift, the Legacy Collection is a thoughtful pick. These coffees highlight some of our finest profiles and make a great present for anyone who loves exploring rich, complex cups. A single bag feels special, and a pairing of two coffees creates an easy, premium gift set without needing any extra wrap or fuss. Check the line out here: Legacy Collection

A Few of Our Favorite Things

Local and Small Business Picks**

Every year we like to spotlight a few brands that inspire us. These are companies built by real people who care deeply about their craft, their customers, and the outdoors. They make products with purpose, creativity, and an attention to detail that reflects the best of the Pacific Northwest.

TRXSTLE — Helena, Montana

Home of the CRC Fly Rod Carrier

TRXSTLE is one of those rare brands that blends engineering, creativity, and a true love of the outdoors into something special. Founded by John and Morgan, two mechanical engineers who once designed locomotives and rail equipment, the company was born after an unexpected career shift. When the locomotive firm they worked for closed in 2015, they chose to build something of their own. That leap of faith became TRXSTLE.

Their flagship product, the CRC System, is one of the most innovative pieces of fly fishing gear available today. The CRC is a fully engineered fly rod carrier that mounts cleanly to almost any roof rack. Its patented reel up, no snag design protects rods while allowing anglers to store them fully rigged and ready. That means less time gearing up in a cold parking lot and more time stepping straight into the river.

The CRC System is also the only telescopic rod carrier on the market. Adjustable lengths, full reel padding, and suspension rod liners give it unmatched versatility and protection. If you have an avid fly fisher in your life, this is a gift that feels thoughtful, durable, and built for real adventures.

For a smaller option, TRXSTLE’s Rod Boots offer excellent protection for assembled rods. Made from braided polyester, they keep gear organized and tangle free. The included reel leash and tip loops make transporting multiple rods surprisingly easy.

Their apparel line is also worth mentioning. TRXSTLE offers original artwork, clean designs, and outdoor inspired pieces that stand out from the usual fishing graphics. These items make great gifts for anyone who loves spending time on the water.

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Check them out here, TRXSTLE

Barnacle Foods — Juneau, Alaska

Wild Kelp Pickles and Alaska Grown Flavor

Barnacle Foods captures the spirit of the Pacific Northwest and Alaska coastline in a way few brands can. Founded in Juneau by friends who grew up exploring tidepools, fishing local waters, and cooking with ingredients sourced close to home, Barnacle started with a simple idea: Alaska kelp is an incredible, sustainable ingredient that deserves a place in everyday cooking.

Their story began with curiosity and kitchen experiments. Today they produce bold, creative foods that are both environmentally responsible and delicious.

Kelp Pickles are their flagship product. Crisp, briny, and bright, they pack the snap of a cucumber pickle with clean, coastal flavor that comes from wild Alaska kelp. Perfect for charcuterie boards, sandwiches, burgers, and holiday appetizer spreads.

Their kelp based hot sauces offer a smooth, savory depth with heat that ranges from mild to spicy. They brighten eggs, roasted vegetables, seafood, and winter comfort foods. Great as stocking stuffers.

The standout surprise is their Spruce Tip Shortbread Cookies. These bite sized treats combine classic melt in your mouth shortbread with the bright citrusy zing of spruce tips from Southeast Alaska. Perfect with coffee or as an after meal treat.

Barnacle Foods is creative, sustainable, and rooted in place. A perfect match for holiday gifting.

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Check them out here, Barnacle Foods

Seattle Kombucha — Seattle, Washington

Small Batch Fermentation with Big Flavor

Seattle Kombucha was founded by Wayne Greenfield, a former winemaker who fell in love with the complexity of kombucha. Looking for something delicious, low sugar, and non alcoholic, he began experimenting in 2014 and eventually built a 4500 square foot brewery dedicated to making the best kombucha possible.

Everything they make is brewed in small handmade batches using organic tea, filtered water, and clean flavor additions. No artificial colors or sweeteners. Just real ingredients and real fermentation.

Seattle Kombucha’s canned lineup is bright, refreshing, and perfect for daily sipping. In 2023 they made their kombucha shelf stable, allowing them to ship their variety packs across the country.

This is a great gift for anyone looking to enjoy flavorful fermented beverages during the holidays without the sugar or alcohol.

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Check them out here, Seattle Kombucha

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Paper Luxe — Gig Harbor, Washington

Thoughtful Gifts, Beautiful Cards, and a Heart for Community

Located just down the road from the Cutters Point roastery, Paper Luxe has become a beloved spot for gifts, cards, stationery, and beautifully curated goods. Founded by Jennifer Luna and her mother, Laurie Hicks, the shop has grown into a small local family of stores dedicated to thoughtful gifting.

Jennifer has loved stationery since childhood and has built Paper Luxe with creativity, warmth, and a true passion for helping people celebrate life’s moments. From seasonal cards to artisan stationery, wrapping supplies, unique paper goods, and small batch gifts, Paper Luxe shines especially bright during the holidays.

This is the perfect place to find cards that feel personal, wrapping that feels special, and gifts that make every winter celebration a little more meaningful.

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Check them out here, Paper Luxe

White Pass Ski Area — Washington Cascades

Give the Gift of Winter Adventure

For an experience based gift, White Pass is a wonderful pick. Nestled in the southern Cascades near Mount Rainier, White Pass is a friendly, scenic, community centered ski area that locals return to year after year.

A lift ticket makes an easy stocking stuffer, giving someone a full day on the slopes with no planning required. A season pass unlocks winter all season long and is a thoughtful gift for anyone who spends their winters dreaming of snow.

White Pass is more than a ski hill. It is a place to enjoy fresh air, mountain quiet, and time with the people you care about. Gifting a ski day is gifting a memory.

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Check them out here, White Pass

Holiday Coffee Pairings and Cozy Brewing Moments

The season is full of small traditions that feel better with a warm cup in hand. Here are a few of our favorite holiday moments paired with the perfect Cutters Point coffee.

**Decorating the Tree

Featuring: Cutters Point Original Medium Roast**

Cutters Point Original is a smooth, balanced medium roast that feels right at home while the lights go up on the tree. With notes of caramel sweetness, mellow acidity, and a buttery finish, it is cozy, comforting, and perfect for pour-over, drip, or French press.

**Black Friday Morning

Featuring: New Horizon Instant Coffee**

Black Friday mornings bring a special kind of hustle. Early shoppers, tired hosts, and families recovering from Thanksgiving all need something quick and dependable. New Horizon Instant brews in seconds and delivers specialty-grade flavor with notes of dried fruit, chocolate, and nutty sweetness. It is made for people on the go and keeps the morning simple.

**Holiday Baking Days

Featuring: Pacific Peaks Blend**

Pacific Peaks is bright, smooth, and inspired by coastal sunrises. With notes of dried fruit, chocolate, and toasted nuts, it pairs beautifully with cookies, pies, and anything coming out of the oven. Brew a clean, uplifting cup for the perfect baking companion.

**Coffee to Pair with Dessert

Featuring: Fisherman’s Blend**

Fisherman’s Blend is bold, rich, and full bodied with cocoa, citrus zest, and sweet tobacco notes. It complements pies, tarts, chocolate desserts, and anything you serve after the meal. Smooth and satisfying without bitterness.

**Winter Mornings and Weekend Trips

Featuring: New Horizon Instant and Cutters Point Original**

For quiet winter mornings or busy days packed with holiday activities, these two coffees cover every scenario. New Horizon is fast and consistent when the day is moving quickly, while Original brings a smooth, comforting cup for slower moments at home.

Holiday Sale Highlight

As you make your way through the season, this is also a great time to restock your favorite coffees or pick up gifts for friends and family. Now through the holidays, we are offering:

Buy 2 Bags, Get 25 Percent Off! Use Code: BREWJOY

It is an easy way to share your favorite blends, try something new, or put together a simple gift bundle. This offer is available across our main lineup, including the Legacy Collection and Classic roasts.

Support Small, Drink Well, Happy Holidays

The holidays have a way of slowing us down and reminding us what matters. Good people. Good memories. Good cups of coffee. We are grateful to be part of your season in any small way, whether you are brewing at home, sharing a gift with someone you love, or supporting the local businesses that help our communities thrive.

From the small makers we highlighted, to the outdoor brands we admire, to the neighborhoods we call home, this time of year feels fuller when we lift each other up. Thank you for choosing to shop small, support local, and celebrate the things that make the Pacific Northwest such a special place.

Wishing you warm mornings, peaceful moments, and plenty of great coffee this holiday season.

Happy Holidays from all of us at Cutters Point Coffee.

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