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NitroBrew, an innovative new technology that nitrogenates any beer, coffee or other beverage, is now available at http://nitrobrew.com/shop/ . An ideal Mother’s Day gift, in under a minute, NitroBrew can turn a bottled beer into a sensational nitro-beer, a regular iced coffee into a silky nitro cold brew coffee and even create a creamy root beer float without ice cream (and the added calories).

A fast-growing trend among coffee drinkers, beer connoisseurs and foodies, nitro-style beverages are popular for their smooth mouthfeel, foamy heads and well-rounded flavors. NitroBrew is the first invention designed to bring nitrogenating technology into the home, enabling people to nitrogenate store-bought beverages, as well as create their own nitro-style brews from scratch in their own kitchens.

“The beauty of nitro cold brew coffee is that it gives you a creamy mouthfeel, though you’re not adding any cream or milk to the coffee,” said NitroBrew inventor Murthy Tata. “It’s an excellent alternative for the calorie-conscious coffee drinker.”

Each NitroBrew kit includes a handsome kettle, a discreet charging station and a small air compressor. NitroBrew is easy to use, compact and takes up little storage space. The NitroBrew kettle is dishwasher safe.

About NitroBrew

NitroBrew is a patent-pending device that nitrogenates any beer, coffee or other beverage in under a minute, at the point of service. Available for bars and restaurants as well as home-use, the NitroBrew system creates nitrogen bubbles that roll around on the palate to create a smooth, silky mouthfeel and delicious taste. For more information, please visit http://nitrobrew.com/ .

Follow NitroBrew on social media at Twitter.com/NitroBrew , Facebook.com/nitrobrew and Youtube.com/user/nitrobrewofficial

Self Disclosure: No compensation was received and no review was done. This is a shout-out about a new product.

Looking for a way to have a useful grip and stand for your tablet or cellphone? Have you heard of PopSockets? I have to admit I hadn’t until I had the opportunity to receive samples to do a review. PopSockets are actually quite handy and super easy to use! You can use one on the back of your phone or you can just use one. I found that I prefer to only use one on my phone. PopSockets is actually a great phone grip! What I love is that it is so much easier to grip my phone and not drop it! Yes, I drop my phone but not anymore. It is also great for taking photos with my phone. They make it so much easier and these are such a fun phone accessory. I received a few to sample, which is a good thing because my husband wanted to try them too! They are also easy to clean and easy to apply and remove. They are also great for when you or a child is bored…you can pop it over and over again. But, my favorite thing is using as a photo grip when taking photos and using as a phone grip.

More info below:

• Secure grips for texting, calling, photos, and selfies – Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S models, Galaxy Note, Galaxy Tab, iPhone 5, 5c, 5s, 6, 6 plus, LG G2, Sony Xperia, Motorola Moto, Google Nexus, iPad, iPod, and many more!
• Repositionable, washable, adhesive pad sticks to most devices and cases (will not stick to some waterproof cases or silicone)

For more information, check out their website!

You can also find them on Amazon.com.

Self Disclosure: I received free samples in exchange for an unbiased review.

Before they were grandmothers, they were mothers. Celebrate Grandma this May by giving her a gift that she’ll cherish and remember for years to come. From decadent gourmet sweets and gift baskets to personalized jewelry and charms, we’ve got the top Mother’s Day picks for special grandmothers.

Make It Personal

It’s the thought that counts, so put a little thought into this Mother’s Day gift for grandma. Give your grandmother a sentimental gift like a framed photo, for example. Round up the family and have a professional photographer take a family portrait of all of the grandkids and children. You could even consider making a sign that reads “We Love You” or “Happy Mother’s Day” prior to the photoshoot to hold up in the pictures. After the photos are printed have the best photo professionally framed, that way she can cherish it and hang it on the wall. This gift can be easily recreated each year, or every couple of years. Grandma will love to see how her family grows over the years.

Be sure to attach a signed card to this gift and make certain that all of the grandkids include a personal note and signature. Big families can add a touch of humor to Mother’s Day by giving grandma an oversized card. GiganticCards.com offers custom cards that can be custom-made to fit any occasion, including Mother’s Day. Surely, all of the grandkids’ special messages will fit on one of gigantic cards.

Give Her Something Sweet

She’s been baking for the entire family for decades from holiday get-togethers to everyday treats, she really knows her way around the kitchen. This Mother’s Day, surprise grandma with something sweet. The online flower delivery service, FTD, not only offers beautiful bouquets, you can choose to send your nana a special gourmet gift basket filled with sweet treats, too. Choose from assortments like a Mrs. Fields cookie box, Godiva chocolates or chocolate dipped strawberries or cake pops.

This gift is great for grandchildren and children who want to show their love and appreciation for their grandmother on Mother’s Day but may find it hard to do so because of the distance between the family. By choosing to have a gift basket delivered, you can rest assured that your Mother’s Day gift basket will be received, even if you live in southern California and your grandma resides in Florida.

Something Sparkly

Give grandma a gift that she can add to her jewelry box. Sweet Blossoms Gift sells a variety of custom jewelry for grandmothers from pendant necklaces to charm bracelets. The Bangle Bracelet for grandmothers is perfect for nanas with lots of grandchildren. Each grandchild can be represented on the bracelet with a circular disc that has his or her named engraved on it. Some styles even include a colored bead that represents the grandchild’s birthstone. The Four Layer Pewter Stacked Heart Necklace is also a good option for grandmas with two or more grandkids. Each layer is hand-stamped with the name of the grandchild and it’s topped off with a small disc with a heart stamp.

Sweet Blossom Gifts even has options for grandmas who go by “nana” and “mimi” so your gift can be even more personalized.