Counting down the sleeps to Christmas with an advent calendar may be seen as child’s play to some, but that doesn’t mean adults can’t get in on the festive fun.
With options aplenty nowadays ranging from beauty advent calendars for skincare gurus to LEGO advent calendars for the young at heart, advent calendars have come a long way since the humble chocolate ones to help you get into the ‘Christmas spirit’.
And seeing as the holiday period is often free-flowing with celebratory booze, why not hit two turtle doves with one stone this year and treat yourself to an alcohol advent calendar?
The best alcohol @advent calendars to shop in Australia 2023
Read on for our curated edit of alcoholic advent calendars – from whisky to wine to gin – to help yourself have a merry little Cheersmas.
Australian whisky advent calendar, $369, Liquor Loot
Explore Australia’s whisky renaissance through this hand-picked 24-drink whisky advent calendar, showcasing diverse expressions from distilleries like Archie Rose and Starward. Delve into each dram with accompanying tasting notes to uncover the stories and flavours behind Australia’s exceptional craftsmanship and landscapes.
Drinks by the Dram The vodka advent calendar, $299.99, Cask Cartel
The world of vodka has so much to explore, so why not dip your toe into it with this vodka advent calendar? Including samples from across the globe, this calendar contains 24 different 30ml tasters of vodka, each individually wax-sealed and expertly curated.
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12 Wines of Christmas + free picnic pack, from $295 at Good Pair Days
Count down the 12 days ’til Christmas with one of Good Pair Days’ advent calendars. This year, there are a range of new wines to celebrate the season, plus one or two favourites. The identities of the actual bottles are a closely-held secret until the day of unwrapping, but you’ll get a full selection of grape types and styles from near and far, both indie and iconic.
Drinks by the Dram World Whisky advent calendar 2023, $283.83, Master of Malt
Prepare your taste buds for a global journey with this whisky advent calendar. Filled with 24 wax-sealed 30ml samples of whisky from quite literally across the globe, it’s a brilliant way to expand your horizons and try an incredible range of flavour profiles, all while enjoying expertly-chosen whiskies from different producers.
Drinks by the Dream Rum 12 Dram advent calendar, $111.41, Master of Malt
Brighten up your festive countdown with some delicious rum! There’s a different wax-sealed 30ml sample of rum hidden behind each of the 12 doors, sourced from some of the most impressive producers across the globe. If you think a full-blown 24-day advent countdown is a bit too much, this calendar offers the perfect mini-cruise into the world of rum.
Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery whisky advent calendar, $104.48, eBay
This bold new, limited-edition Johnnie Walker advent calendar is a show stopping, statement addition to any drinks’ collection. It contains six award-winning Scotch whiskies to sample in the lead-up to the big day.
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Please remember to drink responsibly. If you or someone you know needs help, the Alcohol Drug Information Service (ADIS) is available 24/7 on 1800 250 015 or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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