Best Boozy Advent Calendars To Buy 2024

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25 Whiskies of the World Advent Calendar

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Best alcohol Advent calendars to buy 2024

Craft Gin Advent calendar

Available from Craft Gin Club (£89.99)

Craft Gin Club's new calendar features 25 double measure servings, including seven new or exclusive spirits. Tempting flavours include spiced blackberry gin, lemon sunflower gin, and orange and cranberry gin, alongside lots of classic gins too. You can also buy a pairings bundle of 25 mixers to help make your ultimate G&T.

Available from:
Craft Gin Club (£89.99)

Laithwaites Wine Advent calendar

Available from Laithwaites (£99.99)

We were impressed with the value for money that this calendar offers, with 23 different 187ml bottles, plus a full bottle of prosecco to open up on Christmas Eve. What’s not to love? There are three different Laithwaites wine calendars to choose between: a mix of red and whites, all-reds or all-whites.

Available from:
Laithwaites (£99.99)

Available from NIO Cocktails (£135)

Cocktail lovers, this is the Advent calendar for you. NIO are experts at the pre-made cocktail and this luxurious calendar includes 12 different drinks to try, from a festive Snow Daiquiri and Christmas Margarita to classics such as a Cosmopolitan and Espresso Martini. The 12 smart drawers each have two cocktails in, which means you can either share the calendar over 12 days or enjoy one cocktail all Advent long...

Available from:
NIO Cocktails (£135)

Fever-Tree The Ultimate Gin & Tonic Advent calendar

Available from Ocado (£65)

Posh tonic water experts Fever Tree have supplied everything you need for a G&T-fuelled December, with 12 x 50ml of craft gin and 12 cans of Fever Tree tonic and mixers (from classic Mediterranean to festive clementine).

Available from:
Ocado (£65)

Brewdog craft beer advent calendar

Available from Brewdog (£55)

One of the more affordable alcohol Advent calendars, this is perfect for the beer lover. Inside the giant box you'll find 24 full-sized cans of beer, plus a Brewdog glass to drink from all month long. There are no repeats which means you get to try a great variety of styles, from hoppy IPAs to rich stout.

Available from:
Brewdog (£55)

Virgin Wines Advent calendar

Available from Virgin Wines (£89.99)

Another tempting wine Advent calendar to consider. Virgin Wines have three wine Advent calendars to choose from – all-red, all-white or mixed – each containing 24 x 287ml bottles. There is a full-size bottle to open on Christmas Day – perfect for serving with Christmas dinner. The mini wines are gathered from independent winemakers around the world and are a great way to discover new styles.

Available from:
Virgin Wines (£89.99)

The Perfect Measure Whisky Advent Calendar: 25 Whiskies of the World

Available from The Whisky Exchange (£145)

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A globetrotting gallop across the whisky world, featuring 25 drams that encompass a wide range of styles, regions and flavour profiles, from spicy ryes and smooth bourbons to classic single malts.

Available from:
The Whisky Exchange (£145)

The Craft Cider Advent calendar

Available from Crafty Nectar (£94)

There's 24 bottles from some of the UK’s best artisan cider producers, including 12 new ciders to discover this year. Expect nothing but 100 per cent apple juice ciders (a sign of a quality product), plus a cider tasting guide.

Available from:
Crafty Nectar (£94)

The Perfect Measure Spirits Advent calendar: 25 Spirits for 25 Days

Available from The Whisky Exchange (£145)

This next-level advent calendar from the renowned spirits emporium features 24 different fine spirits and liqueurs – from whisky to rum and calvados – with plenty of lesser-known choices and exclusive bottlings. One for the spirits nerd in your life.

Available from:
The Whisky Exchange (£145)

That Boutique-y Gin Company Advent calendar

Available from Master of Malt (£64.95), Laithwaites (£69.95)

If you're a gin lover in search of wacky and innovative flavours then this is the calendar for you. This collaboration between That Boutique-y Gin Company and Drinks by the Dram features 24 x 30ml wax-sealed drams of an eclectic array of gins – we're talking everything from festive gin liqueurs to cherry-flavoured spirits. Our favourite is the spit-roasted pineapple.

Available from:
Master of Malt (£64.95)
Laithwaites (£69.95)

Brixton Wine Club Advent calendar

Available from Brixton Wine Club (£130)

Canned wines are having a moment. Eco-friendly (they generate less carbon than glass bottles) and perfect for when you only want a glass or two and don't want to open a whole bottle, the quality and availability have improved in the last few years. This recyclable calendar is a perfect showcase. Featuring fizz, natural wines, off-beat grape varieties and more, plus tasting notes, it's a great option for the more trend-conscious wine drinker.

Available from:
Brixton Wine Club (£130)

Naked Wines interactive wine calendar

Available from Naked Wines (£99.99)

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Naked Wines' advent calendar is cleverly designed. The 24 different wines from indie winemakers come in 100ml tasting samples (with a mixture of red and whites), all compactly packaged in a lightweight recyclable box. Less bulky than other advent calendars, it's a good choice if you're posting as a gift or if you're short on space at home. The calendar comes with tasting notes for the wines, a Christmas video message from each winemaker and a QR code that takes you to more wine-related content. Perfect for wine aficionados who like to deep-dive into what they're drinking.

Available from:
Naked Wines (£99.99)

Japanese Whisky Advent calendar

Available from Master of Malt (£249.95)

Japanese whiskies are rightly held in high esteem and this luxe calendar would make a special treat for a dedicated whisky connoisseur. You’ll find 24 different wax-sealed drams from some of the country’s best producers, including Yamazaki, Nikka, Hibiki and more, covering a variety of styles and expressions.

Available from:
Master of Malt (£249.95)

Fortnum & Mason Spirits & Liqueurs Advent calendar

Available from Fortnum & Mason (£225)

This showstopping calendar features 25 different spirits and liqueurs from British producers, with a wealth of interesting creations including chocolate chestnut liqueur, English barley vodka and honey and violet gin.

Available from:
Fortnum & Mason (£225)

Quevedo port Advent calendar

Available from Vintage Wine & Port (£89.95)

Port and Christmas are natural bedfellows and this is a great showcase for Douro Valley port producer Quevedo, with 24 x 50ml bottles of their best offerings, including tawny, white, ruby and late bottled vintage varieties.

Available from:
Vintage Wine & Port (£89.95)