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Best alcohol advent calendars for 2023: gin, wine, Prosecco and more alcohol advent calendars
'Tis the season for bubbly
While summer is officially over (cry), it does mean that the festive months are just around the corner (yay!). And the countdown until Christmas day means only one thing: advent calendars. Granted, the classic choccy ones are a non-negotiable (seriously, just because we're adults, it doesn't mean we've stopped expecting our parents to gift us with one every year), but there's something about an 18+ calendar that just gets all giddy inside...
Yes, we're talking about alcohol calendars, because they're truly the gift that keeps on giving for Christmas. What could be better for getting in the festive spirit (wahey) than an alcoholic advent calendar stuffed with gin, vodka, Prosecco or beer?
Whether you're after an all-wine advent calendar (yes please), or a Prosecco cracker (perfect for celebrating) these alcoholic offerings have you covered.
If alcohol isn't your thing, that's no problem either. You can still pick up one of these fun alcoholic advent calendars for friends or family, or try out a different kind of adult advent calendar for yourself. Why not try a treat-filled beauty advent calendar or a really luxe chocolate calendar? Plus, there are even personalised ones which you can fill yourself.
So, make sure you've got something small to look forward to each day with a fun advent calendar, even if it's just a different gin and tonic each day.
*Drink responsibly.
Advent Calendar - 24 cocktail box
Calling all cocktail lovers, Nio Cocktails has just launched their cocktail advent calendar for 2023, and it sounds incredible. In the 12 days leading up to Christmas each drawer will feature two cocktails for you to enjoy with someone special. From espresso martinis, to margaritas to cosmopolitans, there's a cocktail to suit everyone's taste. And this cyber week if you use the code 'CYBER15' you can get £15 off the calendar.
Available to buy now.
Christmas is made for all the bubbles (prosecco, champagne, we're not fussy), so why not start as you mean to go on and begin the 1st December by opening up your calendar full of fizz. The Fizz Advent Calendar includes 24 miniature bottles of fizz featuring brands such as Freixenet, Bottega and Mionetto. Don't mind if we do.
Available to buy now.
Spirit Smith Beer, Wine And Spirits Christmas Advent Calendar
Can't make a decision on which drink is your favourite? Or argue with your partner over what to drink? Then this advent calendar allows you to try a variety of beers, wines and spirits. No arguments needed. With brands such as Edinburgh Gin, Brewdog and Nice Wines there's something for everyone (if you fancy sharing that is.)
Available to preorder now, dispatched from 20th November.
Did someone just say beers and snacks?! For just £80, you (or a lucky friend or family member) could be enjoying a range of lager, craft lager, pale ales, and a whole host of iconic pub snacks all through December.
Available to buy now.
Fortnum & Mason Spirits & Liqueurs Advent Calendar
Now this is a centrepiece of an advent calendar. Fortnum & Mason's spirits and liqueurs calendar comes with 25 miniature bottles including various vodkas, gins, scotches and whiskies.
Available to buy now.
Spiced Rum Advent Calendar
For just over £100 you can explore 24 different spiced rums with this advent calendar. According to the description, you can expect a "whole range of spiced and flavoured rums" that "have been expertly curated for this calendar."
Oh, and it’s the "perfect way to bring a flavoursome, tropical twist to your Christmas countdown," too. Count us in!
Available to buy now.
Virgin Wines Mixed Wine Advent Calendar
Virgin Wines' advent calendars are back, and there are three to choose from: mixed wine, all red wine and all white wine. Enjoy a glass-sized bottle every day in the run-up to Christmas, plus a full-sized bottle on Christmas Day.
Available to reserve for £10 now, the remaining amount of £79.99 will be billed at dispatch in November.
Tapp'd Christmas Cocktail Advent Calendar
Count down the 12 days of Christmas with this advent calendar from Tapp'd. It comes with a variety of 12 cocktails in a mix of canned and bottle form, from a creamy espresso martini to a delicious blue lagoon. And what's more is you also get a cocktail shaker, bar blade, reusable straw and tote bag to help you enjoy the calendar.
Available to pre-order now
This Christmas treat yourself to not one, but 24 cocktails with this cocktail advent calendar available on Amazon, courtesy of Thornton & France. The cocktails come pre-made, so you can be sipping on a G&T or a Vodka Martini quicker than you can say crackers.
Available to buy now.
Sorry but how aesthetic is this gin advent calendar? Not only is it aesthetic but it also contains 24 miniature bottles of gin behind its doors. You can also purchase the calendar in either art deco, craft, or original, too.
Available to buy now.
That Boutique Y Gin Company Advent Calendar 2023
That Boutique-y Gin Company has joined forces with Drinks By The Dram to create a gin advent calendar, featuring 24 miniature bottles of different gins. From festive offerings like 'GINgle All The Way' to Cherry Gin and Smoked Rosemary Gin, you'll be spoiled for choice!
Available to buy now.
This selection box contains 24 rums from Dead Man's Fingers. There's passionfruit, coconut, and coffee-flavoured rum amongst many others.
Available to buy now.
On top of their wine advent calendars, Virgin Wines have branched out into gin. This year's calendar includes a range of flavours and styles from producers such as Warner's and Edinburgh, plus small distilleries, as well as lesser-known boutique craft gins. Lovely.
Available to reserve for £10 now, the remaining amount of £89.99 will be billed at dispatch in November.
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