The Best Advent Calendars for Adults
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December is well underway, but there’s still plenty of time to purchase and use an Advent calendar to not just countdown the days until Christmas, but mark each day with a little treat, as is millennial tradition. The tradition of Advent, originated in the Christmas traditions of the Middle Ages and German Protestants of the 19th century, has evolved to include gifts and indulgences of a mature variety.
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Adults should get to enjoy the same thrill of a small, daily present in the leadup to the largest gifting holiday of the year. But instead of candy, plastic toys, and plush animals, the daily bounty consists of grown-up indulgences. Wine samples, nips of higher ABV spirits, whiskey tasters — what is an adult Advent calendar but a flight of booze one would pay $45 at a bar, dressed up in the colors of the festive season?
Adult advent calendars are a great way to make the season more exciting and fruitful, for oneself or others. Brands like Harry & David, L’Occitane, Williams Sonoma, and Sugarfina have all shrunken down their top-sellers into bite-sized daily treats and hid them behind doors for amusement. Make the leadup to the holidays much more exciting by purchasing one of the picks below.
The Best Adult Advent Calendars of 2023
Christmas Popcorn Advent Calendar
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Williams Sonoma makes a plethora of foodie Advent calendars, but this one is made with three pounds of popcorn of different varieties, so it wins. It’s a mix of sweet and savory delights, including salted caramel flavor, bacon, white cheddar, buttery jalapeño, and more.
Bean Box 12 Mornings of Coffee Advent Calendar
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Bean Box’s 12 Mornings of Coffee Advent calendar comes with 1.8 ounces of expertly-curated holiday coffee sourced from their team from all over the world. It comes in a festive treasure trunk gift box and includes tasting notes and detailed instructions for brewing for best flavor.
Vahdam's 24 Teas of Christmas Advent Calendar Gift Set
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Vahdam’s holiday Advent calendar comes with 24 varieties of their delicious, best-selling teas made from 100% real ingredients. The gift box includes numbered boxes that house aromatic loose-leaf blends as well as a free recipe booklet.
Harry & David 12 Days of Christmas Tower
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The brand Harry & David is synonymous with seasonal gifting, and their 12 Days of Christmas Tower was crafted with tree side holiday snacking in mind. It has two different varieties of Moose Munch sweetened popcorn, dark chocolate-covered cherries, yogurt-covered pretzels, chocolate truffles, and seven other days of treats.
L'Occitane Premium Holiday Calendar
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L’Occitane’s Holiday Calendar is a box filled with compartments that unwrap and unravel to reveal each day’s lotion, perfume, or other luxury grooming accessories inspired by a Mediterranean lifestyle.
12 Days of Chapstick Holiday Advent Calendar Lip Balm Set
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A Chapstick Advent calendar might seem nonsensical, as how many varieties of lip balm does one person need? But once you factor in the likelihood of misplacing one three to four uses in, having a bunch of backups seems more logical. This 12-day Advent calendar comes with unique seasonal flavors like Candy Cane, Vanilla Icing, Sugar Cookie, and Cotton Candy, among others.
FOR WHISKEY DRINKERS
Flaviar’s Whiskey Advent Calendar
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Flaviar’s annual whiskey Advent calendar is back with a fresh lineup boasting 24 bottles in 1.7-ounce servings, with Bourbon and Rye, Scotch and Irish, Japanese, and Australian varieties. The calendar includes a Glencairn glass, an embossed leather coaster, and a tasting journal. Although it’s a bit pricey, Flaviar has a knack for selecting the most interesting spirits from around the world, and every year, this Advent calendar is a treat.
FOR STAR WARS FANS
LEGO Star Wars 2023 Advent Calendar
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LEGO releases a fresh Star Wars Advent calendar each year with new mini collectibles and limited-edition daily surprises from the brand. This set includes Emperor Palpatine, an Ewok, and a Pit Droid among others. There are also vehicle toys like the Mandalorian’s N-1 Starfighter, and other mini builds including a Clone Command Center and an Emperor’s throne.
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Vinebox 12 Nights of Wine
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This Advent calendar from Vinebox was designed for the certified sommelier who wants to enjoy a glass of wine during the day or night leading up to the holidays. Each box includes a virtual tasting experience as well as twelve carefully crafted glass tubes and a world-class pour of exquisite wine. Vinebox is one of our favorite wine clubs, and this wine Advent calendar has sold out for six years in a row.
Sugarfina Santa's Candy Shop 24-Piece Tasting Collection
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You could polish off a family-sized box of Swedish Fish on a Tuesday, or spread the treats out through December so every day is a little bit special. Sugarfina’s 24-piece Advent calendar includes a variety of gourmet gummies and chocolates and is a perfect early Christmas gift for a sweet tooth.
Bonne Maman Advent Calendar
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Start your mornings with a delicious treat thanks to Bonne Maman’s Advent calendar, which includes 23 limited-edition spreads and one jar of honey. Bonne Maman includes a sample of the company’s herbal tea for the first time.
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Harry Potter: Holiday Magic: The Official Advent Calendar
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The Harry Potter movies are explicitly Christmas-themed, but they’re a holiday tradition nonetheless. This Advent calendar is perfect for anyone who’s ever asked you to attend HP-themed trivia with them, and includes 24 Hogwarts-themed surprises including mini books, collectibles, and keychains.
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Best Choice Products Wooden Christmas Village Advent Calendar
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This whimsical, decorative wooden Advent calendar can serve as a Christmas decoration for years to come. This one includes a charming Christmas village on top and has 24 wooden shelves for stocking daily treats and surprises. It features battery-operated LED lights that will bathe your home in a warm light after dark.
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