The Best Kentucky Christmas Gifts for 2026: A Berea Holiday Gift Guide

Berea is the Folk Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky, so it is no surprise that the holidays here are all about thoughtful, handmade and Kentucky-proud gifts. Whether you are shopping for a homesick Kentuckian or a first-time visitor, here are our favorite picks.

For the bourbon lover

Kentucky makes about 95% of the world's bourbon, and Berea sits an easy drive from the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. A set of Kentucky Bourbon Trail whiskey glasses, whiskey stones or a Bourbon Trail passport book always goes over well. Browse bourbon gifts in our shop.

For the cook

Appalachian food is having its moment. The Foxfire Book of Appalachian Cookery and a good pre-seasoned cast iron skillet are the two gifts every mountain kitchen needs. Add some bourbon barrel smoked spices for a stocking stuffer.

For the home

Berea's pottery studios and weavers are famous. A handmade stoneware mug, a handwoven throw blanket or a Kentucky map print brings a little of Berea home.

For the Kentucky-proud

A Berea Kentucky sweatshirt, a Kentucky state outline hat or a Kentucky Christmas ornament make easy, affordable gifts.

Shop local, too

If you are in town, visit the Kentucky Artisan Center, Berea College Crafts and the galleries of Old Town and College Square. Handmade gifts from local artists are the best way to support Berea's craft tradition.

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