These past few years, advent calendars have evolved — a lot. Sure, you might still want a chocolate one, but why not switch things up a little and treat yourself to a fancy beauty calendar [1], one that is filled with erotic treats [2], or, even better, splurge on a deliciously boozy option?
After all, 'tis the season to be jolly, and nothing will fill you with the joys of the season quite like a few tiny bottles of gin, wine, or whisky. Ahead, take a look at this year's best alcoholic advent calendars, from incredible bargains you'll love putting on display, to a £10,000 option you might not have the means to buy, but will definitely want what it's filled with.
Tipsy Tree With Fizz Advent Calendar
The fizz-filled Tipsy Tree Advent Calendar [4] (£140) will give a new meaning to "decorating the Christmas tree."
Naga Chilli Vodka Escalation Advent Calendar
The Naga Chilli Vodka Escalation Advent Calendar [5] (£100) contains 24 drams of Naga Chilli Vodka, which go from 10,000 up to 240,000 scovilles. Can you handle it?
Flavoured Gin Advent Cracker
The Flavoured Gin Advent Cracker [6] (£140) is incredibly colourful and filled with delicious (and sometimes unexpected!) gin flavours.
Aldi Wine Advent Calendar
No boozy advent calendar roundup would be complete without the Aldi Wine Advent Calendar [7] (£50), which you'll be able to get your hands on on Nov. 4. But don't forget to set your alarms, because only a limited number will be available for purchase!
Drinks by the Dram Bourbon Advent Calendar
Some of bourbon's best is hidden behind each of the 24 windows in the Drinks by the Dram Bourbon Advent Calendar [8] (£140).
Fizz fans will love the Popaball 12 Days of Prosecco Advent Calendar [9] (£30), which contains all the accessories you need to pimp your drink in style, including tasty treats and a pot of shimmer powder.
Drinks by the Dram Tequila Advent Calendar
Banish Winter blues with the Drinks by the Dram Tequila Advent Calendar [10] (£150).
Beer Advent Calendar
Beer enthusiasts will enjoy the selection found in the Beer Advent Calendar [11] (£70). From lagers to pale ale, they were all brewed by Adnams in Southwold.
Drinks by the Dram Scotch Whisky Advent Calendar
Savour Scotland's best with the Drinks by the Dram Scotch Whisky Advent Calendar [12] (£150).
Virgin Wines Wine Advent Calendar
Always a favourite that immediately sells out, the Virgin Wines Wine Advent Calendar [13] (£80) is back for another year! This time around, avoid the disappointment and reserve your own with a £10 deposit.
Drinks by the Dram Very Old and Rare Whisky Advent Calendar
If budget isn't an issue, why not splurge on this Drinks by the Dram Very Old and Rare Whisky Advent Calendar [14] (£10,000)? It contains treasured samples from long-closed distilleries, drams you can't get your hands on anymore, and whisky from a bottle worth a whopping £19,000 — all displayed in a Macassar ebony box.
Craft Beer Advent Calendar
The Craft Beer Advent Calendar [15] (£60) is filled with 24 beers from breweries around the world, including 5 you'll never find anywhere else, and 4 UK exclusives.
Drinks by the Dram Cognac Advent Calendar
Back by popular demand, the Drinks by the Dram Cognac Advent Calendar [16] (£150) contains 24 drams of cracking Cognac.
Edinburgh Gin Advent Calendar
The countdown to Christmas will be merry and aromatic thanks to the Edinburgh Gin Advent Calendar [17] (£120).
Drinks by the Dram Vodka Advent Calendar
This year, get into the festive spirit with the Drinks by the Dram Vodka Advent Calendar [18] (£100).
Fever Tree Gin & Tonic Advent Calendar
You won't go wrong with the Fever Tree Gin & Tonic Advent Calendar [19] (£60).
Drinks by the Dram Old and rare Whisky Advent Calendar
The Drinks by the Dram Old and rare Whisky Advent Calendar [20] (£1,000) is packed full of exceptional whiskies.
Freixenet Advent Calendar
If you fancy some bubbles, but also love your beauty products, then the Freixenet Advent Calendar [21] (£75) was made for you! It contains everything you'll want for a fabulous Christmas, from mini cava bottles to Yankee candles and metallic nail varnishes.
Drinks by the Dram Rum Advent Calendar
Light up the upcoming dark Winter days with the Drinks by the Dram Rum Advent Calendar [22] (£150).
Jack Daniel's Festive Whisky Advent Calendar
Put a Tennessee twist on the traditional advent calendar with the Jack Daniel's Festive Whisky Advent Calendar [23] (£60), which will be released on Nov. 19.
Wine Advent Calendar
Wine down to Christmas thanks to the Wine Advent Calendar [24] (£70), which include a combination of white, red, rose, and mulled wine.