December Update: NYC Light Roast Coffee, Gifts & Catering | Oval

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December 2025 · gifting picks · Brooklyn pop-ups · new retail · coffee catering

NYC-roasted light roast coffee made simple — women-produced coffees, natural-process selections, and balanced half-caff options across whole bean and single-serve pour-over.

Christopher Alspach, Co-Founder and Director of Coffee at Oval Coffee Roasters, serving coffee at a December Oval Sundays pop-up near the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Brooklyn, NYC.
December moments at Oval — pop-ups, gifting, and NYC coffee catering.

Holiday Coffee Gifts

Coffee is a classic gift for a reason — thoughtful without being complicated, and something beautiful to enjoy. If you’re shopping by format, start with our Whole Bean Coffee, explore our travel-ready Single-Serve Pour-Overs, or browse All Products.

Quick picks
  • Women-produced coffee for everyday brewing
  • Natural-process coffees for fruit-forward sweetness
  • Half-caff options for balance any time of day

Questions on gear or brew methods? Visit our FAQ.

Bowling Green Blend — women-produced NYC-roasted light roast whole bean coffee

Bowling Green (Women-Produced)

Bright, clean, and daily-drinkable — a gift that fits almost anyone’s routine.

Shop Bowling Green
Riverside Blend — NYC-roasted half-caff light roast whole bean coffee

Riverside (Half-Caff)

A balanced cup for mornings, afternoons, and everything between.

Shop Riverside
The Natural — naturally processed NYC-roasted light roast whole bean coffee

The Natural (Natural Process)

Fruit-forward sweetness with clarity — an easy “wow” gift for coffee lovers.

Shop The Natural
Single-serve pour-over coffee drip bags by Oval Coffee Roasters, roasted in NYC

Single-Serve Pour Overs

Travel-ready, gift-ready — anywhere you can get hot water, you can brew a great cup.

Shop Pour Overs
Shop Holiday Coffee Gifts
Whole Bean · Single-Serve Pour Overs · All Products · Find a store

Pop-Up Wrap Up

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Oval Sundays in Brooklyn. We’re exploring new locations for the new year — if you know a great Sunday space in Manhattan, get in touch.

You can also find Oval at select NYC-area partners via our Store Locator.

Earth Fare Launch

We’re preparing to launch in Earth Fare locations across the Southeast. Our lineup has shipped and will begin hitting shelves in January.

New here? Start with All Products or explore Whole Bean Coffee.

New Retail Partners

Oval continues to grow across NYC with new placements at neighborhood markets and specialty partners. Visit our Store Locator to find Oval near you — and explore our Reviews to see what customers are brewing at home.

Naturally New York Holiday Bazaar

We’ll be sampling and selling coffee at the Naturally New York Holiday Bazaar this evening from 4–8pm.

NYC Coffee Catering & Events

December has been filled with brand activations, office gatherings, and holiday celebrations. We offer both drop-off coffee service and full espresso catering across NYC. Learn more about our coffee catering services — and if you’re planning a corporate offsite, holiday party, or brand activation, reach out via Contact.

For more about our approach, visit About Us and our FAQ.

FAQs

What’s the best holiday gift if I’m not sure what they like?
Start with a clean, versatile option like Bowling Green, or choose All Products to browse by format and flavor.
Do you offer travel-ready coffee gifts?
Yes — our single-serve pour-over drip bags brew anywhere you can get hot water.
Where can I buy Oval in-store in NYC?
Use the Store Locator to find select NYC-area partners.
Can Oval cater office events or brand activations in NYC?
Yes — learn more on Events & Hospitality, then request a booking via Contact.

Want to find Oval near you?

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Intention, Poured Over.

 

 

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