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VSSL and BN3TH unveil men’s gift set blending elevated coffee and comfort

VSSL x BN3TH unveil limited-edition coffee & comfort gift set

By Emily Caldwell Published December 5, 2025

Wood, Bottle, Shaker — VSSL

VSSL, a brand known for its premium outdoor-ready coffee gear, has teamed up with BN3TH to launch a limited-edition coffee gift set for men. The VSSL x BN3TH gift set offers a unique pairing between brands that do not typically collaborate in this space, while making gift-giving easy. This gift set collab is geared towards the man in your life who cares about their daily ritual as much as their time outside.

Available starting today, the VSSL x BN3TH gift set pairs two essentials every man needs: a flawless cup of coffee and unrivaled comfort. The set includes a VSSL Limited Edition Nest Pour Over Set with the Nest reusable filter, a 10-ounce mug, and a custom-printed lid, paired with BN3TH’s Classic Icon Boxer Brief featuring the brand’s 3D pouch technology for breathability and support. The set is designed to travel from home to camp to the road for every man.

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Items in this limited-edition gift set include an exclusive “Cacti” colorway with artwork of a desert landscape at sunrise. The Cacti colorway and graphics are on both the BN3TH boxers and the VSSL pour-over kit.

“At VSSL, we believe the best memories often happen outside with a cup of coffee,” said David Marsala, president of VSSL. “Partnering with BN3TH felt natural. Their focus on comfort and design aligns with the experience we work to create.” The shared denominator between coffee and loungewear, in this case, is the reminder for every man that small comforts, such as great base layers and great coffee, can make remote places feel welcoming.

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