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Indianapolis Recorder’s ultimate minority-owned gift guide 

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Looking for the perfect holiday gift while supporting a minority-owned business?  

The Indianapolis Recorder presents its Ultimate Gift Guide, featuring standout products and services from some of the city’s inspiring minority-owned businesses. Throughout the year, we’ve had the privilege of sitting down with these entrepreneurs to share their stories, and now, we’re spotlighting a few of our favorites to help you shop with purpose this season. 

For Him  

Guy’s Cooking Creation sauces 

guys cooking creation sauce
(Photo via/Guys Cooking Creation website)

With over 17 sauce varieties ranging from 24K honey mustard to Jamaican jerk marinade, Guy’s Cooking Creation fills every dipping, topping and marinating need in the circle city. 

Where to buy: guyscookingcreation.square.site 

Price range: $ 

Minority Business Highlight: Guy’s Cooking Creation  – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

Objects of Essence body oils, moisturizers and fragrances 

body spray
(Photo via/Objects of Essence website)

Founded in 2012 by Carl Martin, Objects of Essence is a minority-owned business offering fragrance and wellness products. 

Where to buy: objectsofessence.com 

Price range: $$ 

Minority Business Highlight: Objects of Essence – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey 

uncle nearest whiskey bottle
(Photo via/Uncle Nearest website)

Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey is a Black-owned business with a remarkable history that intertwines the legacy of African American distilling expertise and entrepreneurship. 

Where to buy: unclenearest.com 

 Price range:$$$ 

Uncle Nearest Whiskey: A Black-owned business you should know – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

For Her 

Naima Naturals skincare and wellness 

body butter
(Photo via/Naima Naturals website)

Naima Naturals is a plant-based body and skincare company that takes a holistic approach to wellness and mindful movement. 

Where to buy: naimanaturals.net 

 Price range: $ 

Minority Business Highlight: Naima Naturals – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

Bohemian Virtue crystals, oils and candles 

body oil
(Photo via/Bohemian Virtue website)

Bohemian Virtue is a Black-owned, woman-owned business based in Indianapolis that provides a unique mix of spiritual wellness products and services.   

Where to buy: bohemianvirtue.com 

 Price range: $-$$$ 

Bohemian Virtue and the power of feminine wellness  – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

Loc’d Girlz Rock clothing 

pink sweatshirt
(Photo via/Loc’d Girlz Rock website)

Loc’d Girlz Rock is more than just an apparel brand; it’s a movement that glorifies the beauty and empowerment of women with locs. 

Where to buy: locdgirlzrocktique.com 

 Price range: $$ 

Minority Business Highlight: Loc’d Girlz Rock – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

For Friends 

No Bias Streetwear 

no bias streetwear bag
(Photo via/No Bias Streetwear webiste)

No Bias Streetwear is a vibrant, minority-owned fashion brand pushing the boundaries of modern style with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity. 

Where to buy: nobiaswear.com 

 Price range: $$ 

Minority Business Highlight: No Bias Streetwear – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

Kiss of Silk body care sets 

body oil
(Photo via/Kiss of Silk)

Kiss of Silk created a line of organic and natural skincare products to deal with acne and hyperpigmentation. 

Where to buy: kissofsilk.com 

Price range: $$ 

Minority Business Highlight: Kiss of Silk – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

The Botanical Bar plants and plant care 

snake plant
(Photo via/Botanical Bar website)

The Botanical Bar carries everything from pet-friendly houseplants to low-maintenance beginner plants. It also features other goods, such as stationary, coffee, mugs, art and candles from other local Black women-owned businesses. 

Where to buy: thebotanicalbarindy.com 

Price range: $$ 

Minority Business Highlight: The Botanical Bar

For Kids 

Tutus by TT clothing 

girl wearing pink tutu
(Photo via/Tutus by TT website)

Tutus by TT is transforming the tutu from a simple ballet staple into a dazzling fashion statement for all ages.   

Where to buy: tutusbytt.com 

 Price range: $$ 

Minority Business Highlight: Tutus by TT  – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

Liftoff Creamery gift card 

ice cream cones
(Photo via/Liftoff Creamery website)

Liftoff Creamery offers a selection of 40-50 ice creams that rotate from the 120 unique flavors they have created since their founding in 2020. 

Where to buy: liftoffcreamery.com 

 Price range: Varies 

Minority Business Highlight: Liftoff Creamery – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

Sweetie’s Candy Boutique and Emporium 

sweeties candy retro box
(Photo via/Sweetie’s Candy Boutique website)

Sweetie’s is more than just a candy shop; it is a beloved family-owned business that became a local staple for sweets, gifts and one-of-a-kind finds.   

Where to buy: 1060 East Main Street, Suite 400, Brownsburg, Indiana, or at sweetiescandyboutiqueindy.com 

 Price range: $ 

Minority Business Highlight: Sweetie’s Candy Boutique and Emporium  – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

Stocking Stuffers 

The Avenue Coffeehouse gift card 

man holding coffee cup
(Photo via/The Avenue Coffeehouse website)

LeSure’s coffeehouse is the first Black-owned specialty coffeehouse in Indianapolis. His goal is to become a leader in the specialty coffee movement while uplifting Black culture.  

Where to buy: theavenuecoffeehouse.com 

 Price range: Varies 

Minority Business Highlight: The Avenue Coffeehouse  – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

Mothers Earth natural oral care 

cinnamint toothpaste
(Photo via/Mothers Earth website)

Offering natural products like Down to Earth toothpaste and Tooth Dirt, Mothers Earth merges traditional wisdom with modern wellness for a healthier, eco-friendly smile. 

Where to buy: mothersearth.co 

 Price range: $ 

Minority Business Highlight: Mothers Earth  – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

Ambrosia Nutrition and Beauty soaps and skin care 

ambrosia soap bar
(Photo via/Ambrosia website)

Ambrosia Nutrition and Beauty is carving out a niche space in Indy with its unique blend of handcrafted soaps and wellness supplements.

Where to buy: ambrosianutritionandbeauty.com 

 Price range: $ 

Minority Business Highlight: Ambrosia Nutrition and Beauty  – Indiana Minority Business Magazine

To read more business stories, click here.

Contact Health & Environmental Reporter Hanna Rauworth at 317-762-7854, Arts & Culture Reporter Chloe McGowan at 317-762-7848, and Multi-media & Senior Sports Reporter Noral Parham III at 317-762-7846. 

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