Unique gifts from local businesses

From local businesses’ curated gifts to handmade goods supporting nonprofits, we’re here to help you sleigh holiday shopping this year with these unique local gifts.

A box with a gray bow and three half pints of gelato stacked on top

When you shop local, you support your neighbors like Alma + Selma. | Photo by LEXtoday

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From local businesses’ curated gifts to handmade goods supporting nonprofits, we’re here to help you sleigh holiday shopping this year.

Consumables

3-Month Kombucha Tasting Experience | $195 | This is a gift that keeps on giving long after the wrapping paper rush. Thrive Brew will deliver 16 cans of local bubbles — including flagship, seasonal, and small-batch flavors — directly to your door.

Gelato Gift Box | $55 | Savor the holiday flavors with a sweet treat from Sorella Gelateria where you’ll get nine half pints of gelato featuring flavors like eggnog, bourbon espresso, and lemon ginger sorbet.

The I’ll Bring the Coffee Kit | $45 | Get the cozy coffee house vibes at home thanks to Lussi Brown Coffee Bar. This kit includes a bag of coffee, two house-made seasonal syrups, a branded tote bag, and box of oat nog.

A blue water bottle, steel mug, and stickers

Stay hydrated while supporting your local park, it’s a win-win. | Photo courtesy of Lexington Parks & Recreation

Causes

Topography Water Bottle | $18 | Next time you’re at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, grab a special parks-themed water bottle featuring topography lines of Lexington’s natural areas. The collectible Nalgene also comes with a corresponding sticker and supports our local parks.

Soil & Stem Serving Bowl | $52 | These handmade creations are available thanks to local nonprofit Matchstick Goods. Your purchase supports youth entrepreneurship in North Lexington.

Scented Gift Box | $36 | Support the work of Greenhouse 17 by shopping for soaps, candles, lip balms + bath salts all handmade by survivors of intimate partner abuse.

Lexington Pride

Big Lex Swag | Prices vary | Show off your hometown pride with a variety Big Lex-themed items including hats, mugs, keychains, and socks. All items are available at the Visitor’s Center inside historic Courthouse Square.

LEXtoday Mug | $22 | Reading your favorite newsletter while sipping your coffee in a branded mug? We can’t think of a better start to your day. Bonus: Your purchase supports our mission of keeping LEXtoday free.

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