Best Adult Advent Calendars
I have loved advent calendars ever since I was a little kid. It wasn’t so much about what was inside the little box because I knew it would be a Christmas-themed piece of chocolate, but it was the idea of having a tiny surprise every day. Fast forward and I still love surprises and I still love Christmas, hence my search for the best adult advent calendars.
This is your list regardless of who you are gifting it to (perhaps yourself). From coffee addicts to beauty junkies (and everyone in between), here are the best adult advent calendars for 2023.
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Cookies
SUGAR & SPICE & EVERYTHING NICE
Walker’s
Shortbread Advent Calendar
I know it’s not exactly the same, but I like to have a little UK butter cookie and pretend it’s from Ted Lasso.
Harry and David
Cookie Advent Calendar
24 days equals 40 cookies so this is enough to share with a loved one! Since variety is the spice of life it’s great that seven different types of cookies are offered.
Hot Beverages
FOR THOSE WHO LIKE TO CAFFEINATE
Nespresso
Vertuo Advent Calendar
Upgrade your daily dose of caffeine. I recently got a Nespresso machine and can’t believe the quality of my home lattes!
Keurig
K-Cup Advent Calendar
A warm cup of seasonal coffee to start the day. Keurig is beyond convenient.
Vahdam
Tea Advent Calendar
If coffee is a little too strong, or you just prefer the civilization of tea (is there anything fancier than High Tea) then this is for you.
Whittard
Hot Chocolate Avent Calendar (for two)
When you fuse the tradition of a chocolate advent calendar with the want of a warm beverage, you get this gorgeous hot chocolate calendar for two.
Adagio Teas
24 Days of Tea
adagio is serious about tea, which is why each individual bag comes with steeping instructions for optimal time and temperature. There are fun flavors AND only one bag per day is included so it’s definitely achievable to enjoy the entire advent calendar in the month of December er
Disclaimer: This item was gifted, but I’ve been a fan of the brand for years.
Candy
Harry Potter
Themed Treats Advent Calendar
Arguably one of the best holiday movies, you can now get a Harry Potter themed advent calendar, complete with treats from Bernie Bott’s.
Ladurée
Confection Advent Calendar
Ladurées Parisian macarons are so good, I can only imagine how the rest of their sweets taste.
Haribo
Gummy Advent Calendar
Haribo Macht Kinder Froh. Translation: Haribo makes kids happy. And adults.
FOR THOSE WITH A SWEET TOOTH
Makeup & Skincare
FOR THE BEAUTY JUNKIE
Dermstore
Skincare Advent Calendar
If you’re a skincare junkie or have been wanting to try some new items, this calendar is worth $765 and only a fraction of the price!
Liberty
Beauty Advent Calendar
With brands like Le Labo and Augustinus Bader, this splurge is pure luxury.
Olive & June
Nail Polish Advent Calendar
Every day has a new manicure surprise like a mini nail polish or nail stickers. How fun!
Net-A-Porter
Luxury Beauty Calendar
This beauty advent calendar is the epitome of luxury with a capital L. It might be pricey, but it’s valued at over $1,700.
Space NK
Luxury Beauty Advent Calendar
This luxury advent calendar sells out every year and contains over $1000 worth of products. Not only does it contain makeup and skincare, but it also has best-selling haircare times, the trinity of beauty!
Chocolate
FOR THE TRADITIONALIST
Hotel Chocolat
White Chocolate Advent Calendar
It may be controversial, but if you know a white chocolate lover then this is for them. Pure white chocolate is harder to find than it should be.
Godiva
Assorted Chocolate Advent Calendar
The classic Christmas assorted chocolate, but in an advent calendar.
Vosges
Haut-Chocolat Advent Calendar
New and imaginative flavors are what fill this haut (get it) chocolate calendar.
William-Sonoma
Peppermint Bark Advent Calendar
Some people just love peppermint bark, and with festive holiday shapes, what more could they want?
La Maison Du Chocolat
Chocolat Advent Calendar
Parisian chocolate AND a cool calendar? What’s not to love about that?
Wine & Beer
FOR THE LIFE OF THE PARTY
Vinebox
Wine Advent Calendar
Get festive for the 12 days leading up to Christmas with this calendar featuring 12 glass tubes of wine. This was one of my personal calendars last year and I loved it!
Brewdog
Beer Advent Calendar
A beer-filled ornament? Sounds delightful if you live in one of the select states they ship to.
Flaviar
Whiskey Advent Calendar
How else can you sample 24 top-shelf whiskey samples? Includes Glencairn glass too!
Give Them Beer
Sparkling Wine Advent Calendar
It always feels festive when there’s sparkling wine. Cheers!
Home Decor
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE A FABULOUS HOME
Voluspa
Mini Candle Advent Calendar
These cute little candles are the perfect size for a small bathroom counter!
Apotheke
Candle Advent Calendar
Filled with their best-selling scents, these Apotheke are still handmade in Brooklyn. Not only does this set include candles, but candle accessories and things that are candle-adjacent (like diffusers)!
Diptyque
Luxury Candle Advent Calendar
The epitome of luxury candles Diptyque has come out with an advent calendar celebrating with mini candles and more. So chic!
Food
FOR THE FOODIE
The Popcorn Factory
Popcorn Advent Calendar
Think of this like the old-school popcorn tub, but with individual serving sizes and more flavors.
Bonne Maman
Preserves Advent Calendar
I LOVE a good jam, jelly, and preserve and Bonne Maman makes a great one.
Stone Hallow
Savory Advent Calendar
You know Stone Hallow for making delicious spreads on condiments, and since you’ll be entertaining for the holidays, they won’t be wasted. Only 250 calendars will be available, so this is Special with a capital S!
CrateChef
Gourmet Advent Calendar
This calendar is made for those who feel at home in the kitchen! Not only does it feature food from around the work, but has kitchen tools too.
Hobbies
TO OCCUPY YOUR TIME
Erin Condron
Stationary Advent Calendar
Perfect for those who love to WRITE.IT.DOWN. Since it’s 12 days the novelty will stay exciting until the very end.
The New Yorker
Puzzle Advent Calendar
The New Yorker is known for its magazine covers and now this mini puzzle advent calendar features different artwork each day.
Happy Friends
Socks Advent Calendar
Crew socks for the win! Something fun and festive to add to your wardrobe.
Friends
Tchotchke Advent Calendar
The one with the advent calendar. Reviews are mixed so while it may not be the highest-end calendar, it’s Friends so it’s bound to bring a smile to your face.
Adult Toys (Not That Kind!)
FOR THOSE THAT ARE YOUNG AT HEART
Lego
Home Alone House
Lego doesn’t market the Home Alone house as an advent calendar, but there are 24 individually wrapped projects to build the house. Coincidence? I think not. My husband received this last year and the attention to detail is incredible! If you love Home Alone, you will not be disappointed.
Funko
The Office Advent Calendar
These collectible little figures are perfect for the holidays. That’s what she said.
Flavor
Le Comptoir Colonial
Spice Advent Calendar
Parisian spices for every day leading up to Christmas. Sounds…spicy!
Oliviers & Co.
Condiment Advent Calendar
A variety of goodies from countries across Europe. A gift for the true foodie, or those that just like to eat.
World Market
Hot Sauce Advent Calendar
There is so much nuance when it comes to hot sauce, use this as an opportunity to try 12 different flavors.
SEASON THINGS UP!
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Still looking for a gift? Check out these other guides:
- Gifts for Brandy Drinkers
- The Best Food Gifts to Buy Online and Ship
- Gifts for Wine Lovers
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