Saturday 4th December marks Small Business Saturday, so we’re here with a round-up of ten great Xmas present ideas which all help you to support North East businesses this year. We’re also updating our full #BuyLocal list over the next few days, so keep an eye on our socials for more info!
1. Handmade Beer Caddy | The First & Last Brewery
Locally made beer caddy from upcycled brewery grain pallets. These caddies hold 6 x 500ml First & Last bottles of your choice (included) and have a bottle opener fixed to one side. Made to order by Horsley Wood Creations in Northumberland.
£30.00
2. Xmas Tree Cocktail Baubles | Proud to Drink
Cocktail flavours include Cranberry & Cacao Negroni, Snow Globe, Christmas Cosmo, Snowflake, and Mulled Martinez.
You’ll also find Proud to Drink at Jesmond Food Market today 10am – 3pm if you want to buy some of these in person.
£9.95 each / 2 for £18.00
3. Free Trade Inn Pint Print | Paul Frost Art
This is a reproduction print of an original oil painting Paul created on canvas. This painting is one of a series released in celebration of the iconic pubs of the Ouseburn (we bought The Cluny print for a friend earlier in the year and love it!).
£24.99
4. Christmas Pub in a Box | Twice Brewed Brew House
Looking for a great gift for family and friends? Check out the festive edition of the Twice Brewed Pub in a Box! You get 10 beers, two branded pint glasses, a chocolate orange, selection box, Xmas 2021 Pub Quiz and beer mats!
£38.00
5. Beer Jewellery | Brewery Jewellery
Discover unique, one of a kind items made using the labels from your favourite craft beers. Take a pick at something already made or contact Clare for a more bespoke item with a specific beer in mind. Keyrings, necklaces, earrings and cufflinks are just some of the ways you can wear your favourite beer or breweries.
Stockists include CentrAle, Brinkburn St. Brewery, Flash House Brewing Co., and The Dog & Rabbit. Follow Brewery Jewellery on Twitter for details of pop-ups at local Xmas markets, too.
£ Various
6. The Seaside Nostalgic Pack | LemonTop Gin
LemonTop Ice Cream Flavour Gin reminds people about the beautiful North East coastline and creates a taste for more, just like a LemonTop ice cream did for us on those glorious summer days. Their gin and sock pack is the perfect way to give the gift of nostalgia this Xmas.
£40.00
7. Gift Card | Block & Bottle
Buy a Block & Bottle gift card which can be redeemed in their shop in Heaton for any of their beers, ciders, natural wines or award-winning free-range grass-fed meat.
Prices start at £10.00
8. Yardhouse Glass | Yardhouse Tynemouth
New in for Christmas is this Yardhouse branded glassware featuring their logo alongside scenes of the North East coast, including the Fish Quay, Tynemouth Priory, Spanish City and St Mary’s Lighthouse.
£8.00
9. Slate Coasters Set | Cullercoats Brewery
Slate Coasters laser cut with the Cullercoats Brewery logo, produced in North Shields by Blossom Bespoke. A perfect stocking filler or addition to gift boxes or mixed cases of beer this Small Business Saturday.
£10.00
10. The 12 Days of Xmas | The Hop Knocker
Enjoy 12 beers hand-selected and individually wrapped this December. Including local, national and international beers and styles, and can be tailored to beer styles you or the recipient love the most. The Hop Knocker also stock gift sets from various breweries and festive beers alongside other beers, wines, ciders and spirits from near and far.
£10.00
If you’re buying local today, tag us in your photos to help share the North East love. If you’re looking for more local businesses to support, check out our Breweries list and our Bottle Shops directory.
Want to learn more about Small Business Saturday, or sign your business up for next year? Visit their website here or follow them on socials via the links below: