The Best Alcohol Advent Calendars in 2020
14 Brilliantly Boozy Advent Calendars, Because 'Tis the Season to Be Jolly
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These past few years, Advent calendars have evolved — a lot. Sure, you might still want a chocolate one, but alcoholic Advent calendars have officially arrived, so you might want to treat yourself to one of those too. The festive season should be delicious, so we've rounded up our favourite calendars filled with tiny bottles of gin, wine, and whisky that give the classic countdown to Christmas a distinct adults-only spin.
Ahead, take a look at this year's best alcoholic Advent calendars, from incredible bargains you'll love putting on display to a £1,000 option you might not have the means to buy but will definitely want what it's filled with. And if you'd prefer to keep the festive celebrations going into the new year, then you'll be pleased to know we've also found a few calendars designed to kick off the 12 Days of Christmas on Dec. 25. Hot tip: these ones make great gifts.
Sparkling Advent Tipsy Tree
This Sparkling Advent Tipsy Tree (£140) has 24 mini bottles of sparkling wine in it housed in an adorable wooden tree, and that's all you need to know.
Premium Gin Advent Calendar
Behind each of the 24 doors of the Premium Gin Advent Calendar (£85), you'll find a wax-sealed dram of juniper-based gin — more than enough gins to keep you excited through December. A few honourable mentions: Edinburgh Gin Gooseberry and Elderflower Gin, Hendrick's Midsummer Solstice, and Hernö Juniper Cask Gin.
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Advent Calendar
This That Boutique-y Whisky Company Advent Calendar (£100) contains 24 different whiskies from all over the world. What more could you want as a whisky lover?
Vodka Explorer Advent Calendar
Take a tasting trip through the vast world of vodka with the Vodka Explorer Advent Calendar (£100). Count down to Christmas one tipple at a time, or experiment with various cocktails for special festive occasions.
Plain Gin Cracker
If you're not into 24 entirely festive-flavoured gins, then listen in. This Plain Gin Cracker (£125) includes 24 classic gin styles (think London Dry Gin) from artisan and well-known distillers. There are a couple of festive gins, but that's certainly not the focus here.
Flavoured Gin Advent Calendar
On the flip side, if all you want are flavoured and festive tipples, then you should buy the Flavoured Gin Advent Calendar (£140) instead.
Virgin Wines Advent Calendar
Always a favourite that immediately sells out, the Virgin Wines Wine Advent Calendar (£90) is back for another year! This time around, avoid the disappointment and reserve your own with a £10 deposit, and choose between a mixed wine, red wine, white wine, gin, or beer calendar while you're there.
Collection Series' Tequila & Mezcal Advent Calendar
Banish Winter blues with the Collection Series' Tequila & Mezcal Advent Calendar (£45).
That Boutique-y Gin Company Advent Calendar
This year, Drinks by the Dram has teamed up with That Boutique-y Gin Company once again to create a 2020 edition of its popular Gin Company Advent Calendar (£50). There are 24 botanical-infused spirits included, but we've just got our eye on the spit-roasted pineapple gin.
Gin and Tonic Advent Calendar
Gin without tonic is like bread without butter (read: sad). You won't have such problems with this Gin and Tonic Advent Calendar (£80), which pairs a bottle of The Lakes Gin with a different premium tonic water for 24 days.
Drinks by the Dram Old & Rare Whisky Advent Bottling Note
If budget isn't an issue, why not splurge on this Drinks by the Dram Old & Rare Whisky Advent Bottling Note (£1,000)? It contains treasured wax-sealed drams of impressive whisky from some of the world's greatest producers.
Beer Hawk Craft Beer ADVENTure Calendar
Amongst all the gin and whisky, you're probably wondering whether there's an Advent calendar for beer-lovers. The great news is that there is, and the other great news is that it features 24 cans of craft beer, covering 15 styles and 14 countries. Can we please have a round of applause for the Beer Hawk Craft Beer ADVENTure Calendar (£75)?
HonestBrew Craft Beer Advent Calendar
Beer enthusiasts will enjoy the selection found in the Beer Advent Calendar (£65). From hoppy IPAs to indulgent stouts and a few lagers, too, this calendar has brews from the UK and further afield.
Drinks by the Dram 12 Days of Rum
If you're more of a rum drinker, then you'll be all over the Drinks by the Dram 12 Days of Rum (£45) Advent calendar. With a selection of aged spiced expressions and rich, full-bodied rums, plus award-winning spirits, you'll be a happy camper while sipping your way through all 12 days of this one.
