Best alcohol advent calendars to buy in UK for 2022

Advent calendars are the perfect way to ring in the upcoming holiday season and kick off the 25-day countdown to Christmas. And you’re in luck this year as there are plenty of incredible alcohol advent calendars to choose from.

Whether your preference is gin, wine, Prosecco or all spirits, there’s a boozy advent calendar to suit everyone. Plus, it’s also great for upcoming festive gatherings and parties as you can share bottles with friends or family.

From unique one-of-a-kind booze collections to beer calendars and gin advent calendars, discover the best ones to order here and don’t hesitate to order the calendars so that it arrives before December 1, 2022.

Here are the top three best overall advent calendars here.

Nothing gets the festive season started better than fizz and this glam advent calendar from Freixenet is filled with 12 bottles of its most popular sparkling wines. Encased in a stylish box, it’ll also look stunning displayed in any home. Fans of the Spanish winery can find its popular Prosecco as one of the bottles, as well as its Italian Rosé and Rosado Brut. While there are only 12 bottles, it still feels luxurious.

Buy on The Bottle Club (£59.99)

Perfect for any craft beer lover, BrewDog has launched its advent calendar and it’s filled with 24 beers that are sustainably sourced. This year’s one is special with four exclusive brews and nine new beers alongside some of its most popular beers like Punk IPA and Hazy Jane. Amazon shoppers loved it last year and rated its variety as one of its highlights.

Wally commented: “An excellent selection of beers for about a pound a can pretty unbeatable, quite a few 440’s in there too.”

Buy on Amazon (£55)

Baileys fans rejoice with this advent calendar that’s filled with miniature Baileys. Featuring three of Baileys most loved flavours; Irish Cream Liqueur, Coffee Liqueur and Orange Truffle Liqueur, it’s also a great gift for any lover of the beverage.

There’s a total of 12 5cl bottles and you can opt to enjoy the drinks in a Baileys coffee or combine it in a cocktail for a sweet taste.

Buy on The Bottle Club (£34.99)

It’s no surprise that gin is one of the UK’s most loved spirits and gin advent calendars always make great gifts. Popular last year, Drinks by the Dam is back with its Craft Gin advent calendar and it contains 24 bottles of 30ml craft gin.

Whether you like dry, fruity or pink gin, you can find special bottles like Bathtub Gin, Bluecoat American Gin and Kyrö Gin but don’t hesitate to buy this, it often sells out.

Buy on Master of Malt (£69.95)

Searching for a gift for a whiskey lover? Treat them to this indulgent whiskey advent calendar from Drinks by the Dam that features whiskey from all around the globe. It’s filled with 24 drams that include everything from old favourites to exciting, lesser-known flavours.

Highlights from this year’s advent include Brenne French Single Malt Whisky, Lindores Abbey MCDXCIV and High Coast Hav – Oak Spice. Plus, you can choose from three stunning designs this year so you can really pick the perfect gift.

Buy on Master of Malt (£99.95)

If you really want to go all out with a treat, then indulge with Fortnum & Mason’s boozy advent calendar which is brimming with an assortment of all liqueur including gin, scotch, vodka and more. Each selection has been specially picked from Fortnum’s famous food hall and there’s even a large 20cl bottle of Speyside Scotch Whisky to enjoy on Christmas day.

Each drawer has an inspirational serving selection or fun fact to help guide you with your drink of the day and highlights include British-sourced Ling Heather Honey Gin and Somerset Cherry Ripe Liqueur, a selection of Eight-Year-Old Single Malt Whiskies and a range of Chocolate and Coffee Liqueurs.

Buy on Fortnum & Mason (£250)

Wine fanatics will rejoice with Virgin Wine’s selection of wine advent calendars. Pick from an all-red, all-white or bestselling mixed calendar and each comes with 25 bottles and one full sized bottle worth £19.99 to open on Christmas day.

Perfect for parties and meals, the Wine Advent Calendar packaging has also been reduced by 30 percent compared to 2021’s version and the card has been sustainably sourced. Reserve each advent with just £10 to ensure that you can have it before the season starts.

Buy on Virgin Wines (£89.99)