The best whisky advent calendars to buy in 2020
NOTHING gets us more excited for Christmas than a themed advent calendar – especially one that features our favourite things.
The best whisky advent calendars appeal to whisky lovers with their favourite tipples- and also introduce them to new whisky brands and flavours.
Whether you like American bourbon or prefer Japanese whisky, there’s a whisky advent calendar catering to your tastebuds.
Whisky advent calendars are an ideal Christmas gift for the ‘impossible to buy for’ person on your list.
Most showcase whiskies from distilleries around the world, with either 12 or 24 different miniature bottles to sample.
Just note: whisky advent calendars should only be reserved for those on the ‘nice’ list – they tend to cost over £100, with some setting you back £200 or more.
Although when you think some of these whiskies would fetch upwards of £600 a bottle, you know you’re still getting a deal.
1. The Twelve Single Malts of Christmas
- (AD) The Twelve Single Malts of Christmas, £89.99 at Amazon – buy here
This is the most affordable – and safest – bet when it comes to the best whisky advent calendars available in 2020.
Featuring 12 high-quality single malts, this set of Scotch whiskies includes Laphroaig, Glenmorangie, Macallan and others, from all across the Scottish isles.
Fans love that it’s ‘great value’ and ‘such a novel idea’ – they only wish there were 24 bottles instead of 12.
2. Drinks by the Dram
- (AD) Drinks by the Dram The Whisky Advent Calendar, £149.95 at Amazon – buy here
This whisky advent calendar from Drinks by the Dram has 24 different scotch whiskies in flavours that tantalise.
Each 30ml whisky comes in a wax-sealed bottle, and recipients will get to sample whiskies from around the globe, including Scotland, Ireland, the US, Sweden and Taiwan.
The whiskies included are a mix of single malts, unusual blends and high-value whiskies worth £600 a bottle. Expect the likes of Mackmyra Brukswhisky, Bain’s Cape Mountain Whisky, Jim Beam Double Oak, Hudson Manhattan Rye, Talisker 10 Year Old, and many others.
3. The Really Good Whisky Company
- Malt Teasers Whisky Selection Box, £148.99 at The Really Good Whisky Company – buy here
With 25 exciting drams to sample and energise your taste buds, this whisky advent calendar contains cask strength, single malts, peaty whiskies and more.
Not only are there tasting notes for each dram, but you can join online webinars and tasting sessions for an immersive whisky drinking experience throughout December.
4. The Bourbon and American Whisky Advent Calendar
- Drinks by the Dram The Bourbon and American Whisky Advent Calendar, £134.95 at The Whisky Shop – buy here
Calling all American whisky lovers: this glorious advent calendar gives you bourbon, rye, Tennessee whisky and more from your favourite brands like Jack Daniels, Maker’s Mark, Gentleman Jack and Filibuster Bourbon.
5. Whisky Explorer Advent Calendar
- Drinks by the Dram Whisky Explorer Advent Calendar, £99.95 at Master of Malt – buy here
Enjoy 24 different whiskies from 22 distilleries in four countries in this Whisky Explorer advent calendar, which features single malts and blends.
It’s ideal for giving the recipient the chance to taste whiskies they’ve never had before – ‘ANNNNND ones that I wouldn’t be able to afford by-the-bottle’, writes a fan.
6. Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar
- Drinks by the Dram Japanese Whisky Advent Calendar, £199.95 at Master of Malt – buy here
Japanese whiskies are quickly becoming a favourite national tipple, and this glorious advent calendar is the perfect introduction to Japan’s top producers.
You’ll find 24 30ml, wax-sealed drams of whisky in a range of styles – single malts, single grains, blends – to entice any whisky enthusiasts you know.
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