37 Brilliant Gifts for Your Brother-in-Law for 2021
Whether you're just getting to know him or consider him like your own family, your brother-in-law deserves a great gift. From board games to shaving subscriptions, spice kits to coffee machines, each of these is a winner.
Your brother-in-law might be a little easier to buy for than your mother-in-law, but you'll still want to impress him with a seriously cool gift that reflect his interests. We find brothers tend to love practical gifts or hobby-inspired presents they might not think of for themselves.
That's where our round-up comes in: we've found you the best gifts for your brother-in-law, from street food recipe kits and BBQ stations to sleek wireless chargers, personalised socks and beer clubs.
From Christmas to birthdays and thank you gifts, these brother-in-law gift ideas are guaranteed to get you on the best in-law list.
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The Best Gifts for Your Brother-in-Law
Cards Against Humanity 2.0 - £21.99, Amazon
Cards Against Humanity is called the "party game for horrible people". For brothers-in-law who aren't easily offended, they'll love this cheeky, off-colour and very adult game. The 2.0 version is specifically designed for the UK, with spot-on British cultural references. Even if they own the classic version, this one is totally new and seriously great for parties.
Barbecue Work Station - £125, Not On the High Street
Any BBQ fiend worth their salt needs one of these work stations, which is perfect to set up next to your pit and get to business. It folds down when not in use and comes with the key BBQ tools he needs to whip up a feast.
Scratch The World Map Print With Coin - £16.95, Not On The High Street
Travel enthusiasts will love being able to scratch every country they've visited off this map. Underneath the gold foil is a cool map of the world that'll record your unique travel journey.
Crafted in a heavy gauge, raw steel, these fabulous fire pits come in three different sizes. Load them up with fire wood and invite friends and family to gather round when the sun starts to set. It's a truly great feature piece for every garden.
Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Dock Charger for Apple Watch, iPhone and AirPods - £99.99, John Lewis
The best gift for everyone who is constantly losing their charger. This magnetic charging dock charges iPhones, Apple watches and AirPods all at the same time and fast. It's perfect to keep by your bed and looks good too.
This Brewdog kit contains everything you need to brew your own Indian Pale Ale. It'll make seven pints so is perfect for any homebrew fan and enough to share with his mates!
Seriously, how cool are Ray-Bans? Your brother-in-law will look on-trend in his very own pair. There's so many styles, from aviators to wayfarers, that you'll find the perfect ones to suit him.
For big kids at heart, a laser tag set will bring so much joy. There's two laser tag guns and chest plates so you can challenge them to a game and show them who's boss.
100 Movies Bucket List Scratch Poster - £13, Menkind
Film buffs will be head over heels for this cult movie poster with 100 iconic films to see before you die. Make sure they invite you over for a few movie nights to tick them off.
With a few simple ingredients, he can make his own spicy chorizo sausage at home. It's a great gift for a foodie or to kickstart a new hobby. This kit will make about 10 chorizo sausages so there's enough to give you one as a thank you gift back.
Sexy and I Mow It T-Shirt - £22, Not On The High Street
The perfect tee for green-fingered brothers! It's made from super-soft material with this funny slogan on it. If he's not a gardening fiend, it might even convince him to mow the lawn.
This mini Nespresso machine is perfect for small kitchens or home offices. He'll adore the freshly brewed coffee with crema and authentic espressos this machine can whip up; it really is a must for everyone who needs a good cup of joe to start the day.
You can win all the in-law awards by buying them their own arcade machine! It's a mini one, admittedly, but it still manages to pack in 240 games with sound effects and music. Perfect for everyone who misses the '80s.
DR.Q HI-04 Projector with Projection Screen - £89.99, Amazon
Turn their home into a cinema with this high-quality projector, which even come with its own projector screen. It connects to just about every device, like a Fire Stick, Chrome Cast, games console, laptop and more, and features a unique dual built-in speaker system for a real cinematic experience. It's also insanely good for playing video games on.
Rare Chilli Powder Collection - £28, Not On The High Street
Does he think he's got an exotic palate? Gift him this set of 12 rare and powerful chilli powders from around the world in a vintage style tin. Any budding chef will love it.
A Bluetooth beanie is perfect for runners, cyclists and hikers - this hat has eight hours' play time, looks seriously stylish, connects to your phone from up to 33ft away, and has great dual stereo speakers for listening to music and answering calls. Don't worry, the Bluetooth part is easy to remove to wash the hat if you know he's a sweaty jogger.
British Roast Dinner Box - £21, Not On The High Street
Does your brother-in-law think he makes the best roast? See it soar into the stratosphere with this roast dinner kit, featuring Roast Potato Oil, Roast Chicken Rub, Roast Dinner Dust and Pigs in Blankets Dust. Yes, you read that right, Pigs in Blanket Dust!
This mug cleverly comes in both left and right hand options so your brother-in-law can show off his new title whichever hand he drinks with. You'll earn lots of brownie points from left-handed guys who often get left out.
Nerdy brothers-in-law will be obsessed with this 203-piece easy-to-assemble cyborg hand kit. They'll have so much fun building and playing with this robotic hand; it has hydraulic power you can use to pick things up and move each finger.
Board games are always a winning gift. And if your brother-in-law always ends up the winner (which you're not sure is entirely down to his excellent game play), he'll see the funny side of this cheaters edition of the classic Monopoly game. Cheating is thoroughly encouraged; you need to bend and break the rules but not get caught - otherwise there's a pair of plastic handcuffs with your name on...
With 18 functions in one tool, this gift is more than just a novelty for a Christmas stocking. It features three screwdrivers; six hex head nuts & bolts; a bottle, can and letter opener; phone stand; box cutter; ruler; and peeler. Every handy guy needs one for his wallet.
Steepletone Vinyl Record Case - Not On The High Street, £50
If he's a music lover with loads of vinyl, he'll really appreciate this personalised record storage box that'll keep his beloved collection safe and all in one place. You could add in a new vinyl you think he'll love as a little extra.
Personalised Bottle Opener - £12, Not On The High Street
A little something that's great for a Christmas stocking or birthday present. This bottle opener is precision cut from stainless steel and will make him the favourite guest at every BBQ and picnic in the park.
Personalised Wooden Magnetic Knife Block - £45, Not On The High Street
A beautifully crafted, solid oak, magnetic knife holder will be the kitchen crown jewel for any budding chef. If he fancies himself a Gordon Ramsay, he'll love keeping his surfaces clear with this raised knife holder and seeing all his tools of the trade on display.
Personalised Slogan Apron - £30, Not On The High Street
Every good chef also needs their own apron and he won't want to take off this personalised one. You can add your own slogan like 'the host with the roast', 'master mixologist' and 'licence to grill'.
Personalised Handmade Buffalo Leather Wallet - £26, Not On The High Street
A handsome wallet made from soft, supple buffalo leather but built to last. Each wallet is also RFID protected for extra security. You can get it embossed on the outside or inside of the wallet in gold, silver or a natural imprint.
What brother-in-law wouldn't love a pair of socks with your face all over them? It could also be their partner, their dog or their favourite celebrity - whatever you choose, it'll be sure to have them in stitches.
Personalised Canvas Holdall - £55, Not On The High Street
This holdall is a perfect weekend bag! It comes in three colours: army green, slate, and dark blue. It's made from high density wash canvas, so it's waterproof, durable and practical, and comes with his initials embroidered on the top. If he loves travelling, this is a great choice.
Craft Beer Discovery Club - from £24 a Month, Beer52
Beer lovers, this one is for you. Choose from a mix of light and dark beers, or light beers only (a vegan friendly option) for your brother-in-law. He'll get eight, 10 or 12 themed craft beers in each box as well as a craft beer magazine to peruse and some moreish salty snacks.
Personalised Book Subscription - £40 for 3 Months, Not On The High Street
Book worms will be seriously chuffed with this monthly book subscription gift. Your brother-in-law will fill in a little online form about his reading preferences and then a beautifully wrapped book will drop through his letterbox each month.
Food Truck Recipe Kit Subscription - £26 for 3 Months, Not On The High Street
An amazing gift for foodies - each month they'll get an exciting new fusion food kit inspired by the hottest, cutting-edge food trucks around the world. Recipes include L.A. style Korean Tacos, Goan-style Pulled Pork with Mac & Cheese, and Malaysian Fried Chicken with American Pancakes and Chilli Honey Soy Sauce.
Gadget Subscription - from £17.99 a Month, Gadget Discovery Club
Gadget geeks and tech-savvy brothers-in-law will love getting sent innovative, new gadgets each month to upgrade their entertainment and lifestyle. Think state-of-the-art items from the likes of Google Home, Samsung and Philips.
Whisky Subscription Box - £89.95 for 3 Months, Pour & Sip by Master of Malt
Each month, they'll receive a box containing five hand-picked 30ml whisky tasting bottles curated by the Master of Malt experts. Your first box also comes with two Glencairn glasses to enjoy your new drams from, plus exclusive membership discounts and perks like twice-monthly live tastings. A must for whisky connoisseurs and those wanting to learn more.
Friday Curry Night Kit Subscription - £40 for 3 Months, Not On The High Street
Each month they'll receive a kit through the post with all the spice ingredients they need for a delicious curry for four. He just needs to add the meat and veg and follow the easy, detailed steps to put together a truly epic meal.
Wanderlust Wine Club - from £24 a Month, Wanderlust
What better gift than sustainable, artisanal wines delivered straight to your door every two months? Your brother-in-law will love a glass of these hand-picked vinos and he'll also get complimentary tickets to Wanderlust's wine tasting events to improve his knowledge.
Harry's shaving kit subscription service is an amazing choice for a clean-shaven brother-in-law. In his first box, he'll receive a weighted handle (in a choice of four colours), five-blade razor cartridge, foaming shave gel and a travel blade cover. If you want to buy a one-off gift, we love this deluxe Winston gift set above (£38) which comes with a sleek razor stand too.
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