Holiday shopping for the discriminating beer lover can be a stressful prospect. Which beers should I buy? Which homebrewing supplies does she need? How many times can I get away with buying novelty beer-themed boxer shorts? (Answer: none.)

But don't worry, we're here to help. Here are 9 useful gifts for the beer-obsessed person on your list.

About the author: Mike Reis is a Certified Cicerone and Co-Director of Beer at the Monk's Kettle and Abbot's Cellar restaurants in San Francisco. Follow him on Twitter @beerspeaks or find him behind a pint near you.

Looking for more gift ideas for beer fanatics? We're full of ideas. Check out our guides here and here.