The festive season is fast approaching, and what better way to count down to Christmas than with a daily dose of joy during the month of December? Or November too. (Treat yourself, you deserve it.) Gone are the days where advent calendars consisted of cheap, poor-quality chocolate — now, advent calendars contain artisanal tea, skincare products, and even sex toys.
Whether the calendar has 12, 24 or 25 days’ worth of presents, they’re bound to bring you loads of happiness. So, we’ve curated our top picks of the best advent calendars to unbox this year. Pick something out for yourself, or get a gift for a loved one. But either way, better buy these calendars now too, as many of them will sell out real soon!
That Boutique-y Gin Company’s fun-filled advent calendar contains 24 types of gin showcasing flavours from around the globe. Sip on punchy lemon gin, sweet berry gin and more. Let the fun be-gin!
As opposed to a literal gift, this couples’ advent calendar encourages you to give your partner the gift of love. Each day, you’ll be presented with three activities to do together — whether you do something sexy, fun or romantic, it’s up to you to choose.
Stay buzzed throughout the month with Thirsty’s boozy advent calendar that has a cider and 23 delicious cans of beers for you to sample. Look forward to various types of ale, lager, IPA, stout and more.
Stay warm and cosy during the festive season with comforting mugs of piping hot tea in 24 flavours including Strawberries & Cream and Melbourne Breakfast (our fave!).
Get ready for 24 days of ecstasy with Lovehoney’s couples’ advent calendar that comes with gifts for both you and your partner, including a butt plug, clitoral stimulator, and a ribbed stroker. Perfect for exploring sensory play, bondage and more!
Now, this is one vinyl you’re actually supposed to scratch. Perfect for any audiophile, this advent calendar comes with 25 QR codes that you scratch off. Scan it, and one of 25 reimagined holiday classics sung by an emerging singer-songwriter will be downloaded to your phone.
Travel around the world with 24 types of rum, each from a different country! The calendar comes with two glasses too, so it’s perfect for sharing.
Pamper yourself or a loved one with this convenient at-home gel manicure advent calendar packed with popular and all-new celebratory shades, accompanied by necessities such as top coat and cuticle oil.
Just one thing to note — you’ll need your own nail lamp, which you can easily purchase online for about $20 or so.
Share the joy with your furry friends by giving them something exciting to look forward to everyday too!
Each of the 24 honey and vanilla dog biscuits in Big & Little Dogs’ advent calendar are homemade and grain-free. Naturally coloured, they are made from buckwheat flour, free-range eggs, sunflower oil, cinnamon and of course, honey and vanilla.
Enjoy a toast for each of the 12 days of Christmas with Johnnie Walker’s classic range of blended Scotch whiskey, like Black Label and 18 Years.
Taste flavours from Rwanda, Kenya, Nicaragua (including those exclusively produced by women!) and more with Yawn Brew’s selection of 24 single-origin and season blend coffee. Depending on whether you have a coffee grinder or not, you may select beans or coffee grounds.
This sensational selection of seven lingerie pieces and accessories are a surefire way for you to feel good… in more ways than one. Just don’t get eager and tear them open all at once!