Souvenirs are always the hardest things to buy, aren’t they? You want something local but not weird, something classic not kitschy. That’s truly the hardest thing, learning to balance one aspect with another without going overboard. We’ve pulled together of quick list of souvenirs that are perfect in their representation of Tennessee. Take a look, fall in love, take a few home, would ya?

  1. Jack Daniel’s Whiskey

Dominique Riecheaux Photography - Flickr Can you visit Tennessee without snagging some Jack Daniel’s whiskey…? It’s pretty much a go-to, especially if you visit the distillery in Lynchburg.

  1. Home goods (or jeans!) from imogene + willie.

imogene and willie - Facebook This classic Nashville storefront is located on the highly trafficked 12th Avenue South and makes for a great spot to pick up local goods.

  1. Hatch Show Print

Stephen Drake - Flickr Historic and truly Tennessean, Hatch Show Print makes new posters for every show at The Ryman, so you can remember your evening in true Nashville style.

  1. Misty Mountain Soap

Misty Mountain Soap Co - Facebook Handcrafted in the heart of eastern Tennessee, Misty Mountain Soap is the Tennessee gift that keeps on giving.

  1. Goo Goo Clusters

Brent Moore - Flickr Goo Goo clusters have made their name as the first combination candy bar in the United States, and their factory is still located in the heart of Tennessee.

  1. Olive & Sinclair Chocolate

Olive & Sinclair - Facebok Olive & Sinclair chocolate is made by hand here in the heart of Tennessee, but you can’t make your way out to their shop in the mid-state you’re sure to find it carried at your Tennessee local grocery. A perfect souvenir easily acquired.

  1. Wine from Arrington Vineyards

Larry Darling - Flickr Classic, classy, perfect. Can you imagine a better gift than one you can enjoy with friends?

There’s quite a few sweet memories you can bring from the Volunteer State, it’s just up to you to choose. PS: Do you know what the best burger in Tennessee happens to be?

Dominique Riecheaux Photography - Flickr

Can you visit Tennessee without snagging some Jack Daniel’s whiskey…? It’s pretty much a go-to, especially if you visit the distillery in Lynchburg.

imogene and willie - Facebook

This classic Nashville storefront is located on the highly trafficked 12th Avenue South and makes for a great spot to pick up local goods.

Stephen Drake - Flickr

Historic and truly Tennessean, Hatch Show Print makes new posters for every show at The Ryman, so you can remember your evening in true Nashville style.

Misty Mountain Soap Co - Facebook

Handcrafted in the heart of eastern Tennessee, Misty Mountain Soap is the Tennessee gift that keeps on giving.

Brent Moore - Flickr

Goo Goo clusters have made their name as the first combination candy bar in the United States, and their factory is still located in the heart of Tennessee.

Olive & Sinclair - Facebok

Olive & Sinclair chocolate is made by hand here in the heart of Tennessee, but you can’t make your way out to their shop in the mid-state you’re sure to find it carried at your Tennessee local grocery. A perfect souvenir easily acquired.

Larry Darling - Flickr

Classic, classy, perfect. Can you imagine a better gift than one you can enjoy with friends?

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